About PKL Franchise
PKL is an innovative eatertainment concept that combines popular social games with a high-end dining and beverage experience.
Franchisees operate facilities offering games like pickleball, shuffleboard, and cornhole, alongside a full-service bar featuring beer, wine, and specialty cocktails, and a sophisticated dining menu.
Targeting the general public, PKL facilities provide a year-round destination for entertainment and
PKL Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$3.2M
Average Investment
$5.4M
Maximum Investment
$7.5M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $55,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $3,179,200 – $7,528,700 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $3.2M–$7.5M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (2% of Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $55,000 | $55,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $2,000,000 | $5,000,000 |
| Fixtures, Furnishing and Equipment | $500,000 | $1,000,000 |
| Training Expenses | $25,000 | $50,000 |
| Computer System | $48,000 | $50,000 |
| Rent (3 months) | $30,000 | $60,000 |
| Signage | $25,000 | $50,000 |
| Startup Supplies | $40,000 | $60,000 |
| Initial Merchandise Package | $15,000 | $20,000 |
| Insurance Deposits and Premiums (3 months) | $25,000 | $37,500 |
| Security Deposit and Utility Deposit | $100,000 | $500,000 |
| Technology Fee (3 months) | $11,200 | $11,200 |
| Liquor Licenses/Permits | $5,000 | $20,000 |
| Professional Fees | $85,000 | $170,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $15,000 | $45,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $200,000 | $400,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Technology Fee | $10,000 initial cost and $400 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit plus interest on underpayment at Default Rate |
| Local Advertising | 1% of Gross Revenue per month |
| Scheduling Software System Fee | $499 per month |
| Reservation Software System Fee | $250 per month plus $1 per reservation |
| POS System Service Fee | $1,200 per month |
| Additional Software and Music Service Subscriptions | $13,000 per year |
| Interest | Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest amount allowed by law |
| Late Fee | Greater of 5% of amount due or $100 |
| Management Fee | Expenses plus 10% of Gross Revenue |
| Convention Fee | Varies |
| Liquidated Damages | Average monthly Royalty Fees x 36 or months remaining, whichever is less |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $100 |
| Additional Training and Assistance | $1,000 per person per day plus expenses |
| Relocation Fee | $2,500 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 52 hours total (25 hours classroom, 27 hours on-the-job) |
| Classroom Training | 25 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 27 hours |
| Training Location | Boston, Massachusetts, at another location designated by franchisor, or virtual |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may require periodic additional courses, seminars, and training programs at $1,000 per person per day plus expenses. Annual franchisee conference may also be held. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected with significant reservations |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Typically 3 miles drivable distance around the Accepted Location |
| Description | Franchisor will not operate permanent PKL outlets or grant franchises for a PKL facility within the Designated Territory, but retains extensive rights including selling products through alternative distribution channels, operating pop-up locations, opening non-traditional sites (military bases, hotels, airports, stadiums, etc.), and operating or franchising different business concepts within the territory. Territory may be less than 3 miles based on demographics. Territory protection may be modified or eliminated upon default. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Must have fully complied with franchise agreement; made necessary capital expenditures; satisfied all monetary obligations; not in default; given written notice not earlier than 12 months but no later than 6 months prior to end of term; sign then-current franchise agreement (which may have materially different terms); comply with current qualifications and training requirements; execute general release; pay renewal fee. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor must give prior written consent; all obligations paid; general release signed by transferor and transferee; transferee meets business/financial standards; transferee signs then-current franchise agreement; transfer fee paid; transferee's Operating Principal and Manager must complete training. |
| Termination for Cause | Immediate termination without cure for: failure to open timely, failure to complete training, failure to obtain licenses, material misrepresentation, felony conviction, adverse conduct, unauthorized use of confidential information, abandonment, unauthorized transfer, understating revenue, insolvency, trademark misuse, health/safety violations, and others. Curable defaults: 30 days for general defaults, 3 days for insurance, 5 days for payment failures. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years after termination or expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | For 2 years after termination or expiration, franchisee may not own, operate, or have interest in a competitive business within 25 miles of the franchised business or any other PKL facility, or solicit customers or employees of the system. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | If franchisee is a corporation, partnership, or LLC, an Operating Principal must be designated who owns at least 10% of voting and ownership interests. If the Operating Principal will not supervise full-time daily, a full-time Manager must be employed. The Operating Principal or Manager must successfully complete initial training. Personal supervision is not required if the Manager has completed required training. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase from franchisor, affiliates, or approved suppliers. PKL Merchandising LLC (affiliate) is the exclusive supplier of PKL retail items. Luciano Architecture is the required architect for initial design. Approved suppliers include Mindbody (scheduling), OpenTable (reservations), and Toast (POS). |
| Supply Restrictions | Approximately 85% to 95% of initial expenditures and 75% to 80% of ongoing monthly purchases must be from franchisor, affiliates, or approved/designated suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor has the right to negotiate revenue-sharing or incentive programs with approved suppliers but had no current revenue from such programs as of fiscal year ending December 31, 2023. Affiliate PKL Merchandising will derive revenue 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 obligation. |
PKL Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$4.8M
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
PKL Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordPKL 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.
PKL System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
PKL currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 15 states: MI, RI, WI, CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MN, NY, ND, SD, VA, WA
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
00
Total Assets
$10K
Audited by Divine, Blalock, Martin & Sellari, LLC for year ending December 31.
PKL Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a PKL franchise ranges from $3,179,200 to $7,528,700, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $55,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
PKL charges a royalty fee of 7% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a 2% of Gross Revenue (Brand Fund Contribution) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the PKL 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 PKL to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, PKL franchise owners report average revenue of $4.8M. This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
PKL has been franchising since 2023. The FDD shows an investment range of $3,179,200-$7,528,700, a 7% of Gross Revenue 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 $55,000 and the total investment ranges from $3,179,200 to $7,528,700 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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