About Crepe House Franchise
Crepe House NYC is a specialty dessert franchise offering an extensive menu of crepes, waffles, ice cream sundaes, lattes, and other sweet treats.
The brand brings a European inspired dessert experience to the American market, appealing to customers looking for indulgent, made to order desserts in a welcoming atmosphere.
The franchise fee is $45,000, and the company began offering franchise opportunities in 2025.
Crepe House Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$236K
Average Investment
$337K
Maximum Investment
$438K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | The greater of $1,500 or 1.5% of Gross Revenues from your Franchised Business over the preceding month (Local Advertising) and 1% of Gross Revenues from your Franchised Business over the preceding reporting period (Brand Development Fund) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $236,100 – $438,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $236K–$438K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (The greater of $1,500 or 1.5% of Gross Revenues from your Franchised Business over the preceding month (Local Advertising) and 1% of Gross Revenues from your Franchised Business over the preceding reporting period (Brand Development Fund)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $45,000 |
| Training (Transportation and Lodging) | $2,100 | $6,000 |
| Rent, Prepaids and Security Deposit (3 months) | $7,000 | $24,000 |
| Construction of Leasehold Improvements | $70,000 | $150,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Décor | $12,500 | $40,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $20,000 | $50,000 |
| Signage | $6,000 | $10,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| Equipment, Internet, Phones, and Computers | $40,000 | $60,000 |
| Business Insurance (3 months) | $500 | $1,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Additional Funds for First 3 Months | $25,000 | $40,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | Approximately $200 to $400 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection plus the amount of the underpayment plus interest from the date such amount was due until received by Franchisor, paid at the rate of the lesser of 1.5% per month or the highest commercial contract interest rate allowed by law |
| Attorneys’ Fees | Actual fees incurred |
| National Franchise Convention Fee | $500 |
| Insufficient Funds | $75 per occurrence |
| Interest Fee | Lesser of 1.5% per month or the highest commercial contract interest rate allowed by law |
| Upgrade Oversight Fee | 15% of the cost of furnishing and installing upgrades |
| Insurance | Amount of insurance, plus expenses |
| Indemnity | Actual amount of loss or expense incurred |
| Costs and Attorney Fees | Actual costs incurred |
| Assistance in the Event of Death or Disability | Actual costs incurred |
| Approval of Alternate Suppliers | Actual costs incurred |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 50 hours |
| Classroom Training | 23 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 27 hours |
| Training Location | New York, NY and Bronx, NY |
| Additional Training | Additional training after opening costs $500 per person per day if at the franchisor's location, or $500 per person per day if at the franchisee's location (plus travel, airfare, and incidentals). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | 3 mile radius |
| Description | A 3-mile radius around the approved location, within which the franchisor and its affiliates will not establish another Crepe House NYC franchised business or company-owned outlet, provided the franchisee is not in breach of the Franchise Agreement. However, the franchisee may still face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets outside this radius, or other distribution channels controlled by the franchisor. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Written notice of intent to renew, sign new franchise agreement and release, pay renewal fee, refurbish or remodel the premises, and replace the equipment to be in compliance with then current standards. The new franchise agreement may contain materially different terms and conditions. |
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then current initial Franchise Fee |
| Transfer Conditions | Transferee qualifies; all amounts due are paid in full; franchisee is not in default; transferee complies with training requirements; transferee has received required disclosure documents; then current form of Franchise Agreement signed; transferee assumes remaining obligations; transfer fee paid; assets refurbished/remodeled/replaced; lessor consent to lease assignment; Releases signed; guaranty of performance may be required; and right of first refusal declined by franchisor. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for various defaults, some curable (e.g., non-payment within 5 days, insurance failure within 10 days, other defaults within 30 days) and some non-curable (e.g., failure to establish business, material misrepresentation, felony conviction, unauthorized use of trade secrets, abandonment for 5+ days, repeated breaches). |
| Non-Compete Period | 3 years |
| Non-Compete Details | Franchisee, owners, officers, directors, executives, managers, professional staff, and employees may not offer similar services or solicit past customers for three years within 25 miles of the former Crepe House NYC location or any other Crepe House NYC business. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee or an approved Designated Manager must participate personally in the direct operation of the Franchised Business, devoting at least 40 hours per week. The Designated Manager is not required to have an ownership interest. Owners with 10% or more beneficial interest must personally guarantee obligations. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor is the only approved supplier of signature chocolate products, syrups, batter mixes, crumb blends, Oreo products, logoed uniforms, staff apparel, signage, branded packaging, and other branded supplies. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase specified computer hardware and software, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and signs (to specifications or with prior approval), and signage from the franchisor. Insurance must be purchased in specified types and amounts, potentially from designated brokers/carriers. Leasehold improvements must conform to franchisor specifications. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor did not earn revenue from suppliers in 2024 but may in the future. Designated suppliers may make payments to the franchisor from franchisee purchases. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligations. |
Crepe House Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$1.4M
Median Revenue
$1.4M
Revenue Range
$1.1M – $1.6M
Sample Size
2 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Crepe House Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCrepe House 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 House System Growth
Total Units
4
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
4
Crepe House currently operates 0 franchised locations and 4 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 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 19 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, KY, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, ND, RI, SD, CO, UT, VA, WA, WI
Crepe House Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Crepe House franchise ranges from $236,100 to $438,000, 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.
Crepe House charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a The greater of $1,500 or 1.5% of Gross Revenues from your Franchised Business over the preceding month (Local Advertising) and 1% of Gross Revenues from your Franchised Business over the preceding reporting period (Brand Development Fund) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Crepe House 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 House to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Crepe House franchise owners report average revenue of $1.4M and median revenue of $1.4M. This is based on a sample of 2 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Crepe House has been franchising since 2025. The FDD shows an investment range of $236,100-$438,000, a 6% of Gross Revenues 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 $45,000 and the total investment ranges from $236,100 to $438,000 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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