What is the estimated high amount for the total initial investment to open a traditional Bojangles Restaurant?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of expenditure | Estimated Low Amount | Estimated High Amount | Method of payment | When due | To Whom Payment Is Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchise fee1 | $35,000 | $35,000 | Lump Sum | At signing of Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Insurance2 | $5,000 | $21,000 | As arranged | As incurred | Insurers |
| Pre-opening salaries, training materials, travel, living expenses during initial training3 | $144,550 | $166,500 | As arranged | During training | Employees, suppliers of food, training materials and lodging |
| Site selection4 | $100 | $10,000 | As arranged | As incurred | Suppliers |
| Building5 | $1,100,000 | $1,300,000 | As arranged | As incurred | Suppliers, contractors |
| Site work6 | $625,000 | $1,135,000 | As arranged | As incurred | Suppliers, contractors |
| Soft costs7 | $140,000 | $200,000 | As arranged | As incurred | Service providers; government authorities |
| Equipment, furniture, | $550,000 | $690,000 | As arranged | As incurred | Suppliers |
| signage and fixtures8 | |||||
| Initial inventory9 | $20,000 | $62,000 | As arranged | As incurred | Suppliers |
| Utility deposits & business licenses10 | $220 | $23,500 | As arranged | As incurred | Utility Companies, Government Authorities |
| Additional funds11 (3 months initial phase) | $31,000 | $186,400 | As arranged | As incurred | Employees, insurers, suppliers |
| Total12 | $2,650,870 | $3,829,400 | (Does not include real estate acquisition or leasehold costs.) |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 24–27)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated high amount for the total initial investment to open a traditional Bojangles restaurant is $3,829,400. This figure does not include real estate acquisition or leasehold costs, which are separate considerations for prospective franchisees. The initial investment covers a range of expenses, from the franchise fee to building costs, site work, equipment, and initial inventory.
Breaking down the investment, the high end estimates include a $35,000 franchise fee, up to $21,000 for insurance, and as much as $166,500 for pre-opening salaries, training materials, and travel. Site selection could cost up to $10,000, while building expenses are estimated as high as $1,300,000. Site work could reach $1,135,000, and soft costs such as permits and fees could amount to $200,000. Equipment, furniture, signage, and fixtures are estimated to cost up to $690,000, with initial inventory potentially reaching $62,000. Utility deposits and business licenses could total $23,500, and additional funds for the initial phase could require up to $186,400.
It is important to note that these are estimates and the actual costs can vary significantly based on location, site conditions, and other factors. The FDD advises consulting with a real estate professional and carefully evaluating potential sites before making any commitments. Furthermore, the document emphasizes that building costs are volatile and subject to fluctuation due to inflation and economic conditions, adding another layer of uncertainty to the investment. Prospective franchisees should carefully review all components of the initial investment and conduct thorough due diligence to determine the potential costs for their specific location and circumstances.