Investment Requirements
The cost of opening each new Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe franchised restaurant will vary depending on the size of the leased space, equipment costs, leasehold improvements, utility deposits, and other various costs that will be influenced or determined by the geographic location of the restaurant. Actual cash requirements may fluctuate based upon the net worth and credit worthiness of each applicant.
Estimated Initial Investment*
*See Item 7 in our 2024 FDD
| Initial Franchise Fee** | $35,000 |
| Lease Deposit and Rent | $10,000 – $24,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements/Construction and Decor | $150,000 – $480,000 |
| Architect Fees | $10,000 – $15,000 |
| Furniture/Fixtures/Equipment and Smallwares | $130,000 – $200,000 |
| Signage | $15,000 – $40,000 |
| Licenses/Dues/Deposits | $2,000 – $6,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses while Training | $7,000 – $15,000 |
| Office Equipment | $1,000 – $1,500 |
| Initial Inventory and Supplies | $6,000 – $12,000 |
| Professional Fees (Attorney/Accountant) | $1,000 – $4,000 |
| Required Business Insurance (per quarter) | $3,800 – $4,500 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months | $36,000 – $55,000 |
| Grand Opening and Initial Advertising/Marketing | $4,000 – $5000 |
| Total Estimated Investment | $410,800 – $897,500 |
Operating Fees:
Royalty Fee: 6% of Gross Sales withdrawn weekly via ACH
Advertising Fee: 3% of Gross Sales withdrawn weekly via ACH
Term: Ten (10) Years
Renewal: (see FDD)
