How much does it cost to open a Fazoli's franchise?

The total initial investment for a Fazoli's franchise ranges from $1,638,500 to $2,641,500. This includes the franchise fee of $50,000, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a Fazoli's franchise?

Fazoli's franchisees pay a 5.0% royalty fee and a 4.0% advertising/marketing fund contribution. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a Fazoli's franchise?

Based on Item 19 financial performance data, the median Fazoli's franchise generates $1,324,069 in annual revenue. Estimated owner profit is approximately $63,555.

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Fazoli's Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

$1,638,500 – $2,641,500

Franchise Fee

$50,000

Royalty Rate

5.0%

Initial Investment Range

Low: $1,638,500 High: $2,641,500

The total initial investment to open a Fazoli's franchise ranges from $1,638,500 to $2,641,500, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $50,000.

Midpoint estimate: $2,140,000

Franchise Fee

$50,000

One-time initial fee

The Fazoli's franchise fee is a one-time upfront payment made to the franchisor when you sign the franchise agreement. This fee grants you the right to operate under the Fazoli's brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

5.0%

of gross revenue

Ad/Marketing Fund

4.0%

of gross revenue

Total Ongoing Fee Burden: 9.0% of gross revenue

Combined royalty and advertising fund contributions before any other fees.

Other Ongoing Fees

Fee Type	Rate	Type	Notes
Royalty	5.0	PCT	Payable weekly by electronic funds transfer on or before Wednesday of the next week. Gross Receipts includes all revenues from sales excluding pay telephone receipts, sales/use/excise taxes, approved discounts and coupons, senior citizen discounts, employee meals, and charitable donations.
Advertising and Marketing Fee	4.0	PCT	Same frequency as Royalty. Currently 1% allocated for agency compensation fees, marketing support fees, and production. During first 12 months, 3% allocated to local advertising. Nontraditional and Delivery-Only Locations do not pay this specific fee. No additional fees will be imposed for national advertising program unless mutually agreed.
Interest on Late Payments	18.0	PCT	Lesser of 18% or such higher rate allowed by law. In California, the highest rate is 10% annually. Payable on all overdue amounts.
Accounting Expenses	4000.0	VARIABLE	Due within 90 calendar days after the end of your fiscal year. An annual accounting review by an independent CPA is required.
Additional Assistance	2250.0	VARIABLE	If you request operations assistance. $2,250 per member for additional opening assistance; $9,000 for 1 coordinator and 3 associates for continuing opening assistance; $2,500 for a 45-hour workweek for post-opening operational assistance.
Audit Expenses	4000.0	VARIABLE	Required to reimburse costs of any audit performed, especially if reports are not furnished timely or if understatement of Gross Receipts exceeds 3%.
Transfer Expenses	N/A	VARIABLE	Reasonable legal, accounting, training and other costs associated with transfer. Due prior to consummation of transfer.
Third Party Transfer Expenses	6000.0	VARIABLE	CrunchTime may charge a fee between $5,000 and $7,000 for transfer of license. Due at or before transfer takes place. Payable to CrunchTime.
Brand Technology System Support Services	3275.0	VARIABLE	Annual fee paid in quarterly electronic funds transfer payments 30 days prior to beginning of quarter for invoices less than $500. For invoices above $500, fees due within 15 days from receipt. Includes help desk, limited POS updates, Brand Technology System updates, polling and reporting.
Software Subscription Fees	12552.0	VARIABLE	Subscription fees for current POS and Back Of House (BOH) software. Annual fee paid to either Company or directly to the vendor. For invoices above $500 from Company, fees due within 15 days from receipt.
Renewal Fee	N/A	VARIABLE	Due no earlier than 9 months nor later than 6 months before the end of the current franchise term. After the initial 15-year term, you have the right to renew for 2 additional 5-year periods.
Remodel/Refurbish	300000.0	VARIABLE	At Company's request, but not more often than once every 5 years (or within 4 years under FCEP), and/or upon renewal (within 12 months). Low cost: queuing area, dining room, restroom upgrade. High cost: includes exterior facade/tower, signage, parking lot upgrade.
Failure to De-identify Costs	500.0	FIXED	Company costs plus interim license fees of $500 per day. At Company's discretion, they may cure your failure to de-identify restaurant upon termination or expiration of the franchise.
Insurance Default Costs	N/A	VARIABLE	Company has the right to cure your insurance defaults and to recover the costs of curing defaults from you.
Default Costs	N/A	VARIABLE	Possible liquidated damages, costs, late fees or attorneys fees may be incurred upon a default left uncured by franchisee.
Indemnification	N/A	VARIABLE	You must reimburse Company if they incur any expense, including attorney fees and other costs, or are held liable for claims arising out of your franchise operation.
Testing and Inspection Expenses for Non-approved Brand or Item	1500.0	VARIABLE	If you request to use a non-approved brand or item. Company has the right to refuse such request and require samples be delivered for testing.
Specific Training courses	N/A	VARIABLE	ServSafe fee at market price. You must reimburse Company for costs of course materials and third party enrollment fees.
Training Cancellation Fee	500.0	FIXED	$500 plus cost of training materials and additional non-coverable fees incurred. Charged for any training registration cancelled within 2 weeks of the class start date.

What You Get

Financial Performance (Item 19)

Median Revenue

$1,324,069

per year, per location

Mean Revenue

$1,294,590

per year, per location

Profitability Estimate

Estimated Owner Profit

$63,555

per year

Profit Margin

4.8%

of revenue

Estimation method: benchmark

Estimated ROI (Simple Payback): 33.7 years

Based on midpoint investment of $2,140,000 and estimated annual owner profit of $63,555.

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

2.5%

Low risk — below industry average

Net Unit Growth

-13 units

From 2022 to 2024

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2022	147	+2	-9	—	144
2023	144	+2	-6	—	142
2024	142	+2	-6	—	134

Is a Fazoli's Franchise Worth It?

Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the Fazoli's franchise opportunity:

Overall Score

57/100

Moderate opportunity

Est. Payback Period

33.7 yrs

Longer payback

Risk Level

Low

2.5% annual closure rate

Fazoli's shows a moderate score across our evaluation criteria. Careful due diligence is recommended. With median unit revenue of $1,324,069 and a combined fee burden of 9.0% of gross revenue, prospective franchisees should model their own financial projections carefully. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.