About Cowboy Jack's Franchise
Cowboy Jack's is a country western themed full service restaurant franchise offering craft beers, quality food, and a lively entertainment atmosphere.
The brand is part of the Ciao Hospitality Group and has been franchising since 2025.
The franchise fee is $45,000.
Cowboy Jack's Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1.5M
Average Investment
$3.8M
Maximum Investment
$6.1M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of monthly Gross Sales, or $2,300, whichever is greater of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of monthly Gross Sales (Marketing Fund Fee); minimum $2,500 annually for Local Advertising; additional 1% of monthly Gross Sales to Local Advertising Association if established | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $1,458,050 – $6,130,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $1.5M–$6.1M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of monthly Gross Sales, or $2,300, whichever is greater) and marketing fee (1% of monthly Gross Sales (Marketing Fund Fee); minimum $2,500 annually for Local Advertising; additional 1% of monthly Gross Sales to Local Advertising Association if established) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Fee | $45,000 | $45,000 |
| Real Estate Acquisition | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $300,000 | $1,500,000 |
| Lease Payments – 3 Months | $40,000 | $150,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $70,000 | $120,000 |
| Wages, Travel and Living Expenses for You and Your Management Staff During Training | $12,000 | $26,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Supplies, Inventory, Décor and Equipment | $500,000 | $3,000,000 |
| Architectural, Engineering Fees | $15,000 | $90,000 |
| Signage | $40,000 | $120,000 |
| Point-of-Sale and Computer System | $10,000 | $25,500 |
| Security System | $500 | $3,000 |
| Liquor License Costs | $6,800 | $11,000 |
| Additional License Costs | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Opening Advertising | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Insurance Premiums – 3 Months | $8,500 | $25,500 |
| Employee Salaries – 3 Months | $150,000 | $600,000 |
| Miscellaneous | $150,000 | $200,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $100,750 | $201,500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of the Initial Fee in the then-current standard Franchise Agreement |
| Technology Fee | Estimated $2,000 to $4,000 per year for maintenance/upgrades, plus $500 to $2,500 per month (including Toast POS Platform Fees ranging from $1,500 to $8,000 per month) |
| Audit Fee | Estimated to range from $2,500 to $5,000 |
| Collection Costs | Varies |
| Interest Charges | The lesser of 18% per annum or the maximum legal rate allowable by applicable law |
| New Management Staff Training | Then-current Per Diem Training Fee for each trainer, plus Travel Expenses of each trainer |
| On-site Training or Consulting Fees | Then-current Per Diem Training Fee for each trainer, plus the Travel Expenses of each trainer |
| Relocation Fee | $5,000 |
| Review of Unapproved Supplier | Estimated to range from $1,000 to $4,000 |
| Convention Registration Fees | Then-current registration fee for the event |
| Restaurant Evaluation Fees | ½ of the then-current fees charged by the service provider to evaluate your Restaurant (full cost if food safety evaluation failed) |
| Non-Compliance Fee | $1,000 per occurrence, and $100 for each week such default or non-compliance remains uncured |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | minimum of 5 days |
| Classroom Training | 8 |
| On-the-Job Training | 20 |
| Training Location | Cowboy Jack’s Restaurant in or near Minneapolis, Minnesota or at another location that we designate |
| Additional Training | Yes, for new Management Staff or if performance standards are not met. Franchisee pays Per Diem Training Fee and Travel Expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | typically a circle having a 25-mile radius |
| Description | A protected area ("Designated Market Area") defined in the Addendum to the Franchise Agreement, typically a 25-mile radius around the Restaurant, or delineated by roadways, natural/man-made landmarks. Franchisor will not develop or franchise other Cowboy Jack's restaurants within this area, but retains rights for other concepts, captive markets, and product sales. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 2 additional 5-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of the Initial Fee in the then-current standard Franchise Agreement |
| Renewal Conditions | Give 180 days notice; comply with all material terms; pay all monetary obligations; agree to remodel, redecorate, and renovate; have right to occupy location; complete required training; sign joint and mutual release; sign then-current standard Franchise Agreement; pay Renewal Fee. |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Provide 45 days written notice; pay all money owed; agree to observe all applicable provisions; sign joint and mutual release; assignee meets franchisor's standards (managerial, financial, business reputation, credit rating, aptitude); assignee signs legal agreements; assignee acquires right to occupy location; assignee acquires valid food service and liquor license; assignee and Management Staff complete training; purchase and sale agreement ensures continuous operation. Franchisor may withhold consent if transfer results in assignee owning more than 5 Restaurants. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate for various breaches including false information, failure to secure site/licenses/training, material violation of law, breach of agreement, conviction of certain crimes, failure to pay obligations, insolvency, abandonment, impairment of goodwill, loss of location/licenses, failure to provide/permit audit of financial records, failure to open by Required Opening Date, or breach of other agreements. Cure periods are generally 30 days, 15 days for monetary defaults, and immediate for certain severe breaches (e.g., abandonment, repeated breaches, certain convictions). |
| Non-Compete Period | 24 months after termination or expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee and owners may not participate in any Competitive Restaurant. For 24 months after termination/expiration, they may not participate in any Competitive Restaurant within 10 miles of the Franchised Location, any other Cowboy Jack’s Restaurant, or any protected area granted by franchisor. Ownership of up to 1% in publicly traded companies is permitted. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Franchisor recommends personal participation, but it is not required. Management Staff must successfully complete training and sign confidentiality and non-competition agreements. Entity owners and their spouses must agree not to participate in competitive restaurants during the term and for 24 months post-termination within specified areas. |
| Required Suppliers | Approved suppliers for certain brand name products, designated suppliers for other Foods, Beverages and Products, and Toast POS for point-of-sale system. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee must purchase certain brand name, authorized, and proprietary foods, beverages, and products from approved or designated suppliers. Delivery services and third-party delivery arrangements require franchisor approval, with a 15-mile radius restriction and potential vendor mandates. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor may receive rebates, discounts, allowances, or other payments from designated or approved suppliers, ranging from less than 1% to 10% or more of the total purchase price. Currently, advertising rebates are received from PepsiCo, and marketing rebates and volume discounts from US Foods. No revenue was earned from franchisee purchases in 2025 as franchising just began, but the right to earn future revenue is reserved. |
Cowboy Jack's Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Cowboy Jack's does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Cowboy Jack's does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Cowboy Jack's Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCowboy Jack's 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.
Cowboy Jack's System Growth
Total Units
5
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
5
Cowboy Jack's currently operates 0 franchised locations and 5 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Total Assets
$50K
Audited by SDK CPA.
Cowboy Jack's Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Cowboy Jack's franchise ranges from $1,458,050 to $6,130,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $45,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Cowboy Jack's charges a royalty fee of 5% of monthly Gross Sales, or $2,300, whichever is greater of gross sales, plus a 1% of monthly Gross Sales (Marketing Fund Fee); minimum $2,500 annually for Local Advertising; additional 1% of monthly Gross Sales to Local Advertising Association if established contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Cowboy Jack's 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 Cowboy Jack's to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Cowboy Jack's does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Cowboy Jack's has been franchising since 2025. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,458,050-$6,130,000, a 5% of monthly Gross Sales, or $2,300, whichever is greater royalty, and no 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 $45,000 and the total investment ranges from $1,458,050 to $6,130,000 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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