What is the estimated range for leasehold improvements for a Cicis restaurant?
Cicis Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
CICIS BUFFET RESTAURANT**
| Type of Expenditure (Note 1) | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 2) | $30,000 | Lump sum | On Execution | Us |
| Leasehold Improvements (Note 3) | $325,080 - $348,725 | As arranged | As invoiced | Landlord / Third-Party Suppliers |
| Equipment and Supplies | $80,000 - | As arranged | As invoiced | Third-Party |
| for Game Room (Note 4) | $250,000 | Suppliers | ||
| Impact Fees | $0 - | As arranged | As assessed | Local Authorities |
| (Note 5) | $20,000 | |||
| Equipment, Furniture and Fixtures (Note 6) | $163,752 – $217,000 | Lump sum or as arranged | As invoiced | Our Affiliate / Third Party Suppliers |
| Signage and Graphics (Note 7) | $11,464 – $19,600 | Lump sum | As invoiced | Third-Party Suppliers |
| Insurance (Note 8) | $500 - $2,000 | As arranged | As invoiced | Third-Party Suppliers |
| Business Licenses (Note | $1,000 - | As |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT FOR A CICIS BUFFET RESTAURANT (FDD pages 21–25)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cicis's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated cost for leasehold improvements for a Cicis Buffet restaurant ranges from $325,080 to $348,725. For a Cicis To Go restaurant, the estimated cost for leasehold improvements ranges from $76,600 to $183,725. These costs are paid to the landlord or third-party suppliers as invoiced and arranged.
These leasehold improvement costs can vary significantly based on the location of the Cicis restaurant and local market conditions. The estimates provided by Cicis are based on adapting prototypical architectural plans for a Cicis Buffet Restaurant containing approximately 3,000 to 6,000 square feet and a Cicis To Go Restaurant containing approximately 1,000 to 1,500 square feet. The estimates also assume that the landlord will provide connections to adequate electrical, gas, water, and sewage service.
Prospective franchisees should also be aware that some landlords may be willing to contribute to the cost of finish-out, which could reduce the overall leasehold improvement costs. However, these contributions are not included in the estimated initial investment because the terms can vary widely. Franchisees should carefully consider these factors and negotiate with landlords to potentially reduce their leasehold improvement expenses.