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Breadsmith Franchise

Breadsmith is an artisan bakery franchise that produces handcrafted breads, pastries, and baked goods using traditional European baking methods. Each location bakes fresh daily using high quality flours, natural ingredients, and time…

Total Investment
$330K$506K
Franchise Fee
$46,000
Royalty Rate
7% Gross Sales
Total Units
51
Franchising Since
N/A

🌻About Breadsmith Franchise

Breadsmith is an artisan bakery franchise that produces handcrafted breads, pastries, and baked goods using traditional European baking methods.

Each location bakes fresh daily using high quality flours, natural ingredients, and time honored techniques like slow fermentation and stone hearth baking that create exceptional flavor and texture.

With a franchise fee of $46,000, Breadsmith offers entrepreneurs a chance to own a bakery brand that stands out in the crowded food service space through its commitment to craftsmanship.

💰Breadsmith Franchise Cost & Fees

Minimum Investment
$330K
Average Investment
$418K
Maximum Investment
$506K
Fee TypeAmountNotes
Initial Franchise Fee$46,000One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee7% of gross salesOngoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad Fund2% of Gross SalesNational brand fund
Total Investment Range$330,210$506,250Includes build-out, inventory, working capital

The investment range of $330K–$506K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7%) and marketing fee (2% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.

💵Additional Fees (Item 6)

Fee TypeAmount
Transfer Fee$5,000
Renewal Fee$5,000

🏦Financing (Item 10)

DetailInformation
Financing AvailableNo
DescriptionFranchisor does not offer financing.

📊Breadsmith Franchise Earnings — Item 19

Revenue Range
$167K$5.0M

Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.

Breadsmith Litigation & Risk Flags

Clean Litigation RecordBreadsmith has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.

Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.

📈Breadsmith System Growth

Total Units
51
Franchised
31
Company-Owned
20

Breadsmith currently operates 31 franchised locations and 20 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.

Breadsmith Franchise — FAQ

The total investment to open a Breadsmith franchise ranges from $330,210 to $506,250, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $46,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Breadsmith charges a royalty fee of 7% of gross sales, plus a 2% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Breadsmith Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Breadsmith to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Breadsmith franchise owners report . Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Breadsmith has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $330,210-$506,250, a 7% royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $46,000 and the total investment ranges from $330,210 to $506,250 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.

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Breadsmith
Total Investment
$330K$506K
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$46,000
Royalty7%
Marketing Fee2% of Gross Sales
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units51
Earnings Claim (Item 19)Yes
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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