About Qdoba Franchisor Franchise
Qdoba is a popular fast casual Mexican restaurant franchise known for its bold, chef inspired flavors and generous portions.
Founded in 2022 in its current franchise structure under Qdoba Corporation, the brand serves a menu of burritos, bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and nachos made with fresh, hand prepared ingredients.
The franchise fee is $4,000, one of the lowest in the fast casual restaurant category.
Qdoba Franchisor Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$548K
Average Investment
$921K
Maximum Investment
$1.3M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $4,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 4.50% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $548,100 – $1,294,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $548K–$1.3M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5%) and marketing fee (4.50% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Method Type of Estimated Amount of When Due To Whom Made Expenditure Payment Hig | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Sum execution of Franchise Agreement Development | $20,000 | $50,000 |
| Leasehold | $200,000 | $525,000 |
| Furnishings, | $185,000 | $330,000 |
| arranged or incurred vendors IT and other | $42,600 | $101,000 |
| arranged or incurred vendors Opening | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Miscellaneous | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| As As arranged Contractors & pre-opening arranged or incurred vendors expenses G | $10,000 | $25,000 |
| location Business | $500 | $3,000 |
| Additional | $25,000 | $150,000 |
| Method Type of Estimated Amount of When Due To Whom Made Expenditure Payment Hig | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Sum execution of Franchise Agreement Development | $10,000 | $50,000 |
| Method Type of Estimated Amount of When Due To Whom Made Expenditure Payment Hig | $75,000 | $350,000 |
| Furnishings, | $60,000 | $200,000 |
| As As arranged Contractors & arranged or incurred Vendors IT and other | $21,000 | $50,000 |
| arranged or incurred Contractors & vendors Opening | $5,000 | $20,000 |
| Miscellaneous | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| As As arranged Contractors & pre-opening arranged or incurred vendors expenses G | $0 | $5,000 |
| location Business | $500 | $3,000 |
| Additional | $25,000 | $150,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer financing. |
Qdoba Franchisor Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Median Revenue
$1.5M
Revenue Range
$154K – $5.1M
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Qdoba Franchisor Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordQdoba Franchisor 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.
Qdoba Franchisor System Growth
Total Units
613
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
613
Qdoba Franchisor currently operates 0 franchised locations and 613 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Qdoba Franchisor Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Qdoba Franchisor franchise ranges from $548,100 to $1,294,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $4,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Qdoba Franchisor charges a royalty fee of 5% of gross sales, plus a 4.50% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Qdoba Franchisor 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 Qdoba Franchisor to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Qdoba Franchisor franchise owners report median revenue of $1.5M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Qdoba Franchisor has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $548,100-$1,294,000, a 5% 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 $4,000 and the total investment ranges from $548,100 to $1,294,000 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $100,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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