About Parlay Cafe Franchise
Parlay Cafe is a cafe franchise concept offering a curated menu of coffee, specialty beverages, and food items in an inviting, community focused setting.
The franchise fee is $30,000, providing access to the brand's established systems and support infrastructure.
The Parlay Cafe model is built around creating a welcoming neighborhood gathering place where customers can enjoy quality drinks and light fare.
Parlay Cafe Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6.0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of your gross | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $202,950 – $459,200 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $203K–$459K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6.0%) and marketing fee (2% of your gross) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise fee | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Site Selection fee | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Training fee | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Rent and Lease Security Deposit (see Note 1) | $2,250 | $10,800 |
| Utilities | $500 | $1,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $25,000 | $150,000 |
| Market Introduction Program | $1,250 | $2,500 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment | $75,000 | $150,000 |
| Computer Systems | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Insurance | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Signage | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Office Expenses | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Inventory | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Licenses and Permits | $500 | $1,500 |
| Dues and Subscriptions | $1,200 | $2,400 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Technology Fee | $3,000 |
| Replacement / Additional Training fee | $15,000 |
| Late fee | $100 |
| Insufficient funds fee | $30 |
| Special support fee | $600 |
| Site Selection fee | $5,000 |
| Training fee | $15,000 |
| Rent and Lease Security Deposit (see Note 1) | $2,250 |
| Utilities | $500 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $25,000 |
| Market Introduction Program | $1,250 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment | $75,000 |
| Insurance | $1,000 |
| Signage | $10,000 |
| Office Expenses | $1,000 |
| Inventory | $5,000 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | After the initial term you will be required to |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Parlay Cafe Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Parlay Cafe 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.
Parlay Cafe Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Parlay Cafe System Growth
Parlay Cafe currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
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