About Einstein Bros. Bagels Franchise
Einstein Bros.
Bagels is one of the largest bagel restaurant franchises in the United States, serving fresh baked bagels, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, coffee, and catering packages.
Founded in 1937 and franchising since 1950, the brand has grown into a household name in the bakery cafe segment with locations across the country.
Einstein Bros. Bagels Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$468K
Average Investment
$677K
Maximum Investment
$885K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Sales Franchise See Note of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 4% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $468,000 – $885,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $468K–$885K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Sales Franchise See Note) and marketing fee (4% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Payment to be Made Construction Costs | $240,000 | $515,000 |
| incurred payments Contractors during and construction suppliers Computer Equipme | $25,000 | $40,000 |
| sum with suppliers and Us Furniture, Fixtures & | $150,000 | $225,000 |
| Payment to be Made Signage & Graphics | $25,000 | $60,000 |
| to be Made Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Note | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| review your proposed plans for the site Opening Inventory, | $16,000 | $25,000 |
| suppliers Initial Marketing and | $2,500 | $8,000 |
| As incurred As incurred Insurance Providers Training Expenses | $1,000 | $14,000 |
| terms with and suppliers and employees employees Miscellaneous Opening | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| to be Made Business Licenses | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Agencies Security Deposits | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| three | $20,000 | $40,000 |
| Payment to be Made Construction Costs | $25,000 | $250,000 |
| incurred payments Contractors during and construction suppliers Furniture, Fixtu | $50,000 | $200,000 |
| sum with suppliers Signage & Graphics | $8,000 | $15,000 |
| Payment be Made Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 | $12,500 |
| Franchise Agreement Opening Inventory, | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| suppliers Initial Marketing and | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| As As incurred Insurance incurred Providers Training Expenses | $2,500 | $6,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $50,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | No specific financing arrangements disclosed. |
Einstein Bros. Bagels Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$1.3M
Median Revenue
$1205089.0M
Revenue Range
$451K – $3.2M
Sample Size
55 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Einstein Bros. Bagels Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordEinstein Bros. Bagels 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.
Einstein Bros. Bagels System Growth
Total Units
642
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
642
Einstein Bros. Bagels currently operates 0 franchised locations and 642 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Einstein Bros. Bagels Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Einstein Bros. Bagels franchise ranges from $468,000 to $885,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $25,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Einstein Bros. Bagels charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Sales Franchise See Note of gross sales, plus a 4% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Einstein Bros. Bagels 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 Einstein Bros. Bagels to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Einstein Bros. Bagels franchise owners report average revenue of $1.3M and median revenue of $1205089.0M. This is based on a sample of 55 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Einstein Bros. Bagels has been franchising since 1950. The FDD shows an investment range of $468,000-$885,000, a 5% of Gross Sales Franchise See Note 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 $25,000 and the total investment ranges from $468,000 to $885,000 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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