About Great Harvest Bread Franchise
Great Harvest Bread Company is a bakery franchise celebrated for its fresh, whole grain breads baked from scratch daily using stone ground wheat.
Each location offers a rotating selection of breads, pastries, sandwiches, and baked goods in a warm, community focused setting that has earned the brand a loyal following since its founding.
The franchise fee for a Great Harvest Bread Co.
Great Harvest Bread Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$168K
Average Investment
$576K
Maximum Investment
$984K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | $12,000 | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $168,262 – $984,154 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $168K–$984K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee *See Note 1 | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Expenses While Training | $2,049 | $10,300 |
| One Month’s Rent *See Note 2 | $1,875 | $9,390 |
| Real Estate and Improvements *See Note 2 | $965 | $474,762 |
| Equipment *See Note 3 | $84,785 | $315,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $12,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $3,000 |
| Audit Fee | Due if you understate Gross Sales by more than 2% or do not send us required inf |
| Marketing Fee | 2.5% of Bakery Cafe’s monthly Gross Sales2 |
| Opening Marketing | $12,000 |
| Additional Training or Assistance | $40 |
| Relocation | $5,000 |
| Annual Convention | $500 |
| Interest | 12% per year |
| Mill Dressing (only for hub locations) | $1,200 |
| Expenses While Training | $2,049 |
| One Month’s Rent *See Note 2 | $1,875 |
| Real Estate and Improvements *See Note 2 | $965 |
| Equipment *See Note 3 | $84,785 |
| Signs | $620 |
| Prepaid Expenses and Deposits *See Note 4 | $600 |
| Opening Inventory (Ingredients and Supplies) | $10,000 |
| Organizational Costs/Misc. *See Note 6 | $368 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 1 hours classroom, 1 hours on-the-job |
| Classroom Training | 1 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 1 hours |
| Training Location | Dillon, Montana |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | Franchise Agreement: If you are in good standing, you may renew franchise for our then-current term (typically 10 years). No renewal or extension of Development Rights Rider. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Great Harvest Bread Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Great Harvest Bread 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.
Great Harvest Bread 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.
Great Harvest Bread Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordGreat Harvest Bread 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.
Great Harvest Bread System Growth
Total Units
168
Franchised
168
Company-Owned
0
Great Harvest Bread currently operates 168 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 168 | ||
| 2021 | 1 | ||
| 2021 | 169 | ||
| 2022 | 161 | ||
| 2022 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 162 | ||
| 2023 | 155 | ||
| 2023 | 1 | ||
| 2023 | 156 |
Great Harvest Bread Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Great Harvest Bread franchise ranges from $168,262 to $984,154, 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.
Great Harvest Bread charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales, plus a $12,000 contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Great Harvest Bread 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 Great Harvest Bread to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Great Harvest Bread 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.
Great Harvest Bread has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $168,262-$984,154, a N/A 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 $25,000 and the total investment ranges from $168,262 to $984,154 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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