About Crepe Delicious Franchise
Crepe Delicious is a quick service restaurant franchise specializing in European style sweet and savory crepes, panini sandwiches, and a variety of gelato products.
The brand offers multiple operating formats including retail restaurants, kiosks, and mobile food trucks, providing flexibility for different markets and investment levels.
The franchise fee is $35,000, and the brand has been franchising since 2014.
Crepe Delicious Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$360K
Average Investment
$674K
Maximum Investment
$988K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 3% of Gross Revenues | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $359,750 – $988,100 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $360K–$988K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (3% of Gross Revenues) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Territory Reservation Fee | $1,000 | $10,000 |
| Design Fee | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Architectural Fees | $5,000 | $25,000 |
| Real Estate Agent Fees | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Rent, Security Deposit, Utility Deposit | $5,000 | $40,000 |
| Additional Storage | $650 | $15,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $125,000 | $350,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment | $85,000 | $250,000 |
| Initial Inventory and Supplies | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| Insurance | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $7,500 | $20,000 |
| Professional Fees | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Signage | $10,000 | $25,000 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $3,500 | $5,000 |
| Grand Opening Promotion | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Uniforms | $800 | $1,200 |
| Initial Training Expenses | $2,500 | $10,000 |
| POS Set Up Fee | $2,500 | $7,000 |
| Digital Signage Displays and Set Up, License and Maintenance Fees | $4,500 | $24,400 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Expenses | $10,000 | $25,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $18,800 | $60,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 if transferring to one of our existing franchisees; $10,000 if transferring to a third party |
| Renewal Fee | 20% of our then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Technology Fee | $250 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit and inspection, any understated amounts, and any related accounting and legal expenses |
| Local Advertising Payment | The difference between the amount you spent on local advertising each month and your required local advertising expenditure (the greater of $500 or 1% of monthly Gross Revenues) |
| Unauthorized Advertising Fee | $500 per occurrence |
| Unapproved Product or Service Fee | $500 per day of use of unauthorized products or services |
| Additional Training or Assistance Fees | $2,000 per additional person for initial training; $500 per person per day for additional training; plus expenses |
| Convention Fee | Up to $500 per person |
| Relocation Fee | $2,500 |
| De-identification | All amounts incurred by us related to de-identification |
| Operations Manual Replacement Fee | $500 per manual |
| Payment Service Fee | Up to 4% of total charge |
| Late Payment Fee | $100 per occurrence, plus the lesser of the daily equivalent of 15% per year simple interest or the highest rate allowed by law |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $100 per occurrence |
| Taxes | Amount assessed by federal, state, and local tax authorities on any payments you make to us |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
| Professional Fees and Expenses | Will vary under circumstances |
| Insurance Reimbursement | Reimbursement of our costs, plus a 20% administrative fee |
| Management Fee | $500 per day, plus expenses |
| Supplier and Product Evaluation Fee | Cost of inspection (estimated to be between $100 and $500) |
| Liquidated Damages | Will vary under the circumstances (minimum $30,000) |
| Failure to Submit Required Report Fee | $100 per occurrence and $100 per week |
| Customer Issue Resolution | Reasonable costs we incur for responding to a customer complaint, which varies |
| Broker Fees | Our cost of the brokerage commissions, finder’s fees, or similar charges |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 7-14 hours classroom, 20-50 hours on-the-job |
| Classroom Training | 7-14 |
| On-the-Job Training | 20-50 |
| Training Location | Concord, Ontario, Canada or another location designated by us |
| Additional Training | Mandatory refresher or additional training courses may be required for franchisees, designated managers, and other employees. New designated managers must complete initial training. Remedial training may be required for operational deficiencies. Additional training may be requested by franchisee, with fees and expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Typically at least a five mile radius around your Restaurant or Kiosk but will be an assigned list of zip codes for a Food Truck. |
| Description | The Approved Location for a Restaurant or Kiosk will be within a specific area ('Territory') typically at least a five-mile radius, determined by geographic area, population, and demographic characteristics. For a Food Truck, the Territory will be an assigned list of zip codes and may be revised at the franchisor's discretion. The franchisor reserves the right to operate or license others to operate Crepe Delicious businesses outside the Territory, and to use other channels of distribution (e.g., third-party delivery, ghost kitchens, retail sales) within or outside the Territory without compensation to the franchisee. The continuation of the Territory is not dependent on sales volume or market penetration. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Two consecutive successor terms of five years each |
| Renewal Fee | 20% of our then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Must provide written notice 6-9 months before term end, pay renewal fee, reimage/renovate unit to current standards 2-6 months before term end, be in full compliance with all agreements, sign then-current franchise agreement (which may have materially different terms), and satisfy current qualification and training requirements. Must also sign a general release. |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 if transferring to one of our existing franchisees; $10,000 if transferring to a third party |
| Transfer Conditions | Proposed transferee must meet current franchisee standards, provide supporting documents, pay transfer fee, sign new franchise agreement (5-year term), complete initial training, unit must be refurbished to current standards, all amounts owed must be paid, general releases from transferor and owners, transferor not in default, 30 days prior written notice, reimbursement for broker fees, unit in operation for at least one year (if no right of first refusal exercised), transferee has sufficient experience/resources, landlord consent to lease transfer, transferor signs non-compete, and provide additional requested information. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate immediately for material incurable defaults such as bankruptcy, felony conviction, material misrepresentation, unauthorized transfer, failure to timely transfer interest of deceased/divorced/incapacitated person, intentional understatement of revenues, two or more defaults within 12 months, failure to operate for more than 5 consecutive days, default under loan/lease, failure to open within 12 months, failure of manager training, selling unapproved items, termination of other agreements, failure to comply with Anti-Terrorism Laws, duplicating System, or failure to follow product laws/designations. A 10-day cure period is given for failure to pay amounts owed or maintain insurance. A 30-day cure period is given for other defaults. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years after expiration or termination of Agreement or any Transfer |
| Non-Compete Details | During the non-compete period, owners cannot engage in, invest in, manage, operate, finance, control, be employed by, or be associated with any business offering crepe-based food items or gelato within a 25-mile radius of the former franchised business (including the approved location) AND within a 25-mile radius of all other Crepe Delicious businesses operating or under construction. Also cannot interfere with relationships with employees, contractors, suppliers, or customers. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchise will be managed by the franchisee or a Managing Owner (natural person with at least 25% ownership and voting power). A Designated Manager may be appointed to run day-to-day operations, provided they successfully complete training. The franchisor may require the Designated Manager to have an ownership interest. All Designated Managers and non-equity officers must sign a System Protection Agreement. All employees with access to confidential information must sign a Confidentiality Agreement. All owners and their spouses must sign an Owners Agreement guaranteeing the entity's obligations. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor or its affiliate for restaurant design preparation services. Approved or designated suppliers for POS system, Digital Signage Displays, related licenses and maintenance services. Approved or designated distributors for all Ecolab brand chemicals, dishwasher, floor and surface cleaner, washroom, and hand sanitizer products. Franchisor or its affiliates may become approved or sole approved suppliers for other categories. |
| Supply Restrictions | Must operate in strict conformity with methods, standards, and specifications in the Operations Manual. Must purchase, install, maintain, and use only fixtures, furnishings, equipment, signs, and supplies that conform to standards. Must use specified computer programs and related materials, including POS system software and hardware from designated suppliers. Must use designated third-party delivery companies. Must obtain required insurance from approved companies. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In fiscal year 2021, derived $58,794.35 (49.92% of total revenue) from sale/lease of products/services to franchisees. Derived $7,041 (5.98% of total revenue) from rebates from Approved Suppliers (20% of sales generated by franchisees to Approved Supplier). |
Crepe Delicious Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Crepe Delicious 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.
Crepe Delicious 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.
Crepe Delicious Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCrepe Delicious 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.
Crepe Delicious System Growth
Total Units
7
Franchised
6
Company-Owned
1
Crepe Delicious currently operates 6 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$76K
Net Income
$120K
Total Assets
$282K
Audited by Brock, Schechter & Polakoff, LLP for year ending December 31st.
Crepe Delicious Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Crepe Delicious franchise ranges from $359,750 to $988,100, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Crepe Delicious charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 3% of Gross Revenues contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Crepe Delicious 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 Crepe Delicious to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Crepe Delicious 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.
Crepe Delicious has been franchising since 2014. The FDD shows an investment range of $359,750-$988,100, a 6% of Gross Revenues 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 $35,000 and the total investment ranges from $359,750 to $988,100 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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