What is the estimated low-end cost for equipment, fixtures, and furniture for a Bambu franchise?
Bambu Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 | Column 4 | Column 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type of Expenditure* | Amount (Low) | Amount (High) | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made |
| Initial Franchise Fee (See Note 1) | $49,000 | $49,000 | Payable in four installments | Four installments due as described in Item 5 | Us |
| Leasehold Improvements | $35,000 | $145,000 | As incurred | Before Opening | Other Suppliers |
| (See Note 2) | |||||
| Final Architectural | $4,000 | $10,000 | As incurred | Before Opening | Other Suppliers |
| Drawings, Permits, and | |||||
| Approvals | |||||
| (See Note 3) | |||||
| IT and POS Systems | $2,500 | $2,500 | As incurred | Before Opening | Other Suppliers |
| (See Note 4) | |||||
| Equipment, Fixtures and | $28,000 | $70,000 | As incurred | Before Opening | Other Suppliers |
| Furniture | |||||
| (See Note 5) | |||||
| Signage and Menu Board | $5,000 | $8,000 | As incurred | Before Opening | Other Suppliers |
| (See Note 6) | |||||
| Opening Inventory and Supplies (See Note 7) | $7,000 | $9,500 | Lump Sum when ordered | Before Opening | Other Suppliers |
| Security Deposits, Utility | $6,500 | $12,000 | As incurred | Before Opening | Other Suppliers |
| Deposits, Business Licenses, | |||||
| Insurance and Professional | |||||
| Fees | |||||
| (See Note 8) | |||||
| Opening Training Expenses | $2,000 | $2,000 | As incurred | Before Opening | Other Suppliers |
| (See Note 9) | |||||
| Initial Marketing Campaign | $5,000 | $5,000 | As incurred | Around Opening | Other Suppliers |
| (See Note 10) | |||||
| Additional Funds - | $15,000 | $15,000 | As incurred | As incurred | Other Suppliers |
| 3 Months | |||||
| (See Note 11) | |||||
| TOTAL ESTIMATED | $159,000 | $328,000 | |||
| INITIAL INVESTMENT | |||||
| (See Note 12) |
Source: Item 7 — (FDD pages 18–22)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bambu's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated low-end cost for equipment, fixtures, and furniture is $28,000. This figure is part of the total estimated initial investment for a Bambu franchise.
The FDD specifies that this estimate includes the costs to obtain necessary furniture, finishes, counter, decor, and kitchen equipment for the store. This includes refrigeration and freezer storage (200-250 cu. ft.), an ice machine (650 lb. capacity), cooking equipment, an exhaust hood (if required), a grease interceptor, worktables, sinks, shelving, and smallwares. The estimate does not include state or local taxes.
The lower end of the range assumes the franchisee equips the store with used and/or leased equipment. Bambu requires approval of the franchisee's choices for colors and furniture and will provide an Interior Design Guide to assist in these selections. This cost is payable to other suppliers and is due before opening the Bambu store.