What is the estimated range for the Store Opening Promotional Fee for an Amorino franchise?
Amorino Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Restaurant Supplies(Note 1), (Note 4) (Note 11) | you and applicable third party | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freight, Duties, Storage and Delivery | $10,000 to $15,000(Note 12) | As Arranged between you and applicable third party | Prior to opening the Store | Approved Supplier |
| P.O.S. Systems(Note 1), (Note 4) | $1,500 to $2,500(Note 1) | As Arranged between you and applicable third party | Prior to opening the Store | Approved Supplier(Note 11) |
| Inventory to begin Operating(Note 1), (Note 14) | $20,000 to $69,500(Note 1), (Note 14) | As Arranged between you and applicable third party | Upon placing first order | Our affiliate -18 or an approved Supplier(Note 11) |
| Signage(Note 4) | $15,000 to $30,000(Note 1) | As Arranged between you and applicable third party | Prior to opening the Store | Approved Supplier(Note 11) |
| Store Opening Promotional Fee | $5,000 | Lump Sum | The date of the opening of your Store | Third party vendors |
| Store Opening Assistance / Initial Training | $4,200 - $6,500 | As incurred | Travel, lodging, din |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 22–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Amorino's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated Store Opening Promotional Fee varies depending on the type of store. For a standard store, the fee is a fixed amount of $5,000, payable as a lump sum on the store's opening date to third-party vendors. For a Mobile store, the fee is up to $3,000, also paid as a lump sum to third-party vendors on the store's opening date.
This promotional fee is intended to cover the costs associated with marketing and promoting the new Amorino store during its initial launch phase. These costs are paid to third-party vendors, meaning Amorino franchisees will need to manage relationships and payments with these external providers directly.
Prospective franchisees should factor this fee into their initial investment calculations and understand that it is a mandatory expense. It is important to clarify with Amorino what specific promotional activities this fee covers and what support, if any, Amorino provides in selecting and managing these third-party vendors. Understanding the expected return on investment for this promotional spend is also crucial for budgeting and financial planning.