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How Much Does a Waffle Cabin Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Waffle Cabin franchise costs between $93,450 and $225,700 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $23,500.

$93,450

Minimum Investment

$225,700

Maximum Investment

$23,500

Franchise Fee

$23,500 – $38,500

Fee Range

Waffle Cabin Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $23,500

Fee Range $21,000 – $23,500

Item 7 Fee Estimate $23,500 – $38,500

Waffle Cabin Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Waffle Cabin franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $23,500 – $38,500

Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum · On signing Franchise Agreement $23,500

Delayed Opening Fee Lump Sum · If Incurred $0 – $15,000

Real Estate $31,000 – $121,000

Leasehold Improvements $30,000 – $100,000

Lease Payments - 3 Months $1,000 – $21,000

Security Deposits Note 4 · Note 4 $0

Equipment & Assets $27,200 – $38,700

Equipment, Furniture and Fixtures 30 days term · On signing Franchise Agreement/Prior to Opening $21,000 – $30,000

Initial Inventory - Other (does not include delivery charge) 30 days term · Prior to Opening $1,612 – $3,052

Initial Inventory - Proprietary Items (does not include delivery charge) 30 days term · Prior to Opening $2,588 – $2,798

Point-of-Sale System Prior to Opening $1,250 – $1,750

Signage Lump Sum · Prior to Opening $750 – $1,100

Training $0 – $3,500

Travel, lodging and meals for initial training During training $0 – $3,500

Working Capital & Reserves $10,000 – $17,500

Additional Funds - 3 Months $10,000 – $17,500

Other Costs $1,750 – $6,500

Professional Fees $1,000 – $5,000

Licenses and Permits $250 – $1,000

Insurance - 3 Months Lump Sum $500

Grand Opening Advertising See Note 11 · See Note 11 $0

Total Estimated Investment $93,450 – $225,700

How Does Waffle Cabin Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Waffle Cabin's minimum investment of $93,450 is below the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$93,450

Waffle Cabin Min

$315,233

Food & Beverage Median Min

$225,700

Waffle Cabin Max

$693,450

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Waffle Cabin?

The total startup cost for a Waffle Cabin franchise ranges from $93,450 to $225,700, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $31,000 to $121,000.

How much is the Waffle Cabin franchise fee?

The Waffle Cabin franchise fee is $23,500, with a range of $21,000 to $23,500 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Waffle Cabin a good investment?

Waffle Cabin requires a total franchise investment of $93,450 to $225,700 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 44/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Waffle Cabin franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Waffle Cabin franchise owner make?

Waffle Cabin's 2025 FDD appears to include Item 19 financial performance information, but ZeeReport is not showing a sales or revenue number for this report.

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