Firehouse Subs is a popular fast casual restaurant franchise founded in 1994, specializing in large portion, hearty hot submarine sandwiches served in a distinctive fire fighting themed atmosphere. Owned by Restaurant Brands International…
Total Investment
$190K – $917K
Franchise Fee
N/A
Royalty Rate
6% Gross Sales
Total Units
N/A
Franchising Since
N/A
🌻About Firehouse Subs Franchise
Firehouse Subs is a popular fast casual restaurant franchise founded in 1994, specializing in large portion, hearty hot submarine sandwiches served in a distinctive fire fighting themed atmosphere.
Owned by Restaurant Brands International Inc., one of the largest quick service restaurant companies in the world, the brand has grown into one of the most recognized sub sandwich chains in the United States.
The franchise fee is $20,000.
💰Firehouse Subs Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$190K
Average Investment
$553K
Maximum Investment
$917K
Fee Type
Amount
Notes
Initial Franchise Fee
N/A
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
6% of gross sales
Ongoing; paid monthly
Total Investment Range
$189,574 – $917,299
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $190K–$917K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The ongoing royalty fee is 6% of gross sales.
📋Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
Item
Low
High
Deposit
$2,500
$2,500
Balance of Initial Franchise Fee (Less any Deposit)
$17,500
$17,500
Mural
$2,600
$4,300
Travel and Living Expenses during Training
$0
$5,000
Opening Advertising
$5,000
$9,600
Rental of Site (3 months)
$7,000
$89,880
Real Property Improvements
$0
$31,477
Leasehold Improvements
$100,642
$343,982
Deposits and Prepaid Expenses
$0
$45,525
Signs
$2,690
$23,500
Equipment and Fixtures
$44,292
$150,000
Opening Inventory
$7,000
$20,000
Business Licenses
$350
$19,298
Insurance
$0
$5,837
Miscellaneous Expenses (3 months)
$0
$60,000
Additional Funds (Working Capital - 3 months)
$0
$75,000
MIS System Fee
$0
$1,900
Accounting System Fee
$0
$12,000
📊Firehouse Subs Franchise Earnings — Item 19
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Firehouse Subs 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.
Firehouse Subs 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.
⚖Firehouse Subs Litigation & Risk Flags
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Clean Litigation RecordFirehouse Subs 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.
📈Firehouse Subs System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Firehouse Subs currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
❓Firehouse Subs Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Firehouse Subs franchise ranges from $189,574 to $917,299, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Firehouse Subs charges a royalty fee of 6% of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Firehouse Subs 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 Firehouse Subs to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Firehouse Subs 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.
Firehouse Subs has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $189,574-$917,299, a 6% 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 N/A and the total investment ranges from $189,574 to $917,299 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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Firehouse Subs
Total Investment
$190K – $917K
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise FeeN/A
Royalty6%
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total UnitsN/A
Earnings Claim (Item 19)No
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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