About TGI Fridays Franchisor Franchise
TGI Fridays is one of the most iconic casual dining brands in the world, known for its festive atmosphere, American style menu, and signature cocktail program.
The brand has been a staple of the restaurant industry for decades, serving burgers, ribs, steaks, and appetizers in a lively bar and grill setting.
TGI Fridays operates under TGIF Funding, LLC.
TGI Fridays Franchisor Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$600
Average Investment
$1.2M
Maximum Investment
$2.3M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 2% of described in Item of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 5% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $600 – $2,300,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $600–$2.3M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (2% of described in Item) and marketing fee (5% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Payment When Due Payment Is To Be Made Upon execution Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, prepaid if Sugarloaf Decor & Sound ordered | $100,000 | $185,000 |
| Sugarloaf Management Exterior Signage | $15,000 | $100,000 |
| prepaid if Kitchen/ Bar Sugarloaf ordered Equipment | $230,750 | $495,000 |
| prepaid if Kitchen/ Bar Sugarloaf ordered Accessories | $40,000 | $50,000 |
| Computer POS prepaid if Sugarloaf Systems/KDS / ordered | $18,000 | $23,000 |
| prepaid if Purchasing Agent Fees ordered Sugarloaf | $0 | $60,250 |
| Service and Upon execution Sugarloaf Support Fee | $1,260 | $1,260 |
| Agreement Opening Inventory | $90,000 | $70,000 |
| Employees and Training | $65,000 | $200,000 |
| NSO Support Sugarloaf | $0 | $241,000 |
| or Rent or Application License Holder Building & Lessors, Improvements | $600,000 | $2,300,000 |
| Subcontractors Lessors, Site Improvements | $70,000 | $345,000 |
| Subcontractors Engineers, Developmental Costs | $65,000 | $100,000 |
| Employees, Miscellaneous Costs Suppliers and | $10,000 | $100,000 |
| Governmental Agencies Online Ordering Sugarloaf | $600 | $600 |
| In some states, liquor licenses must be purchased at costs ranging from | $5,000 | $1,000,000 |
| Payment When Due Payment Is To Be Made Upon Pre-Paid Franchise Fee Development | $100,000 | $100,000 |
| Agreement Signing Professional Fee Attorneys, | $5,000 | $5,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer financing. |
TGI Fridays Franchisor Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$2.3M
Median Revenue
$2844118.0M
Revenue Range
$1.1M – $2.3M
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
TGI Fridays Franchisor Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordTGI Fridays 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.
TGI Fridays Franchisor System Growth
Total Units
467
Franchised
309
Company-Owned
158
TGI Fridays Franchisor currently operates 309 franchised locations and 158 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
TGI Fridays Franchisor Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a TGI Fridays Franchisor franchise ranges from $600 to $2,300,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
TGI Fridays Franchisor charges a royalty fee of 2% of
described in Item of gross sales, plus a 5% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the TGI Fridays 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 TGI Fridays Franchisor to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, TGI Fridays Franchisor franchise owners report average revenue of $2.3M and median revenue of $2844118.0M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
TGI Fridays Franchisor has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $600-$2,300,000, a 2% of
described in Item 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 $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $600 to $2,300,000 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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