About The Cookie Corner Franchise
The Cookie Corner is a bakery franchise specializing in authorized kosher menu items, offering a diverse selection of pastries, cakes, sandwiches, breakfast, and brunch options, alongside coffee and other beverages.
Franchisees operate retail bakeries, managing daily operations, staff, and local marketing efforts to serve the general public and those who observe kosher dietary laws.
The concept appeals to a broad customer base by providing high-quality, delicious kosher food for dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering.
The Cookie Corner Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$531K
Average Investment
$963K
Maximum Investment
$1.4M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 50% of Gross Revenue from Bakery Items; 30% from Cafe Items; 10% from Beverage Items of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently not assessed; up to 2% of Gross Revenue if Brand Development Fund is established | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $530,800 – $1,395,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $531K–$1.4M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (50% of Gross Revenue from Bakery Items; 30% from Cafe Items; 10% from Beverage Items) and marketing fee (Currently not assessed; up to 2% of Gross Revenue if Brand Development Fund is established) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Rent - 3 Months | $15,000 | $36,000 |
| Lease & Utility Security Deposit | $5,000 | $12,000 |
| Design & Architect Fees | $15,000 | $30,000 |
| Construction, Leasehold Improvements | $100,000 | $500,000 |
| Signage | $1,000 | $15,000 |
| Equipment, Furniture & Fixtures | $300,000 | $600,000 |
| POS and Computer System; Internet, Phone, Security | $3,000 | $25,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $300 | $1,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Kosher Certification Fee - 3 Months | $1,500 | $2,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Insurance - 3 Months | $3,000 | $7,500 |
| Costs and Expenses Associated with Initial Training | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Initial Marketing Spend | $0 | $15,000 |
| Packaging, Stationery and Office Supplies | $2,500 | $10,000 |
| Additional Funds - 3 Months | $50,000 | $100,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | Currently not collected; $500/month POS, $200/month payroll software, ~$100/month accounting software paid to approved suppliers |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit and/or inspection |
| Local Marketing Requirement | $1,000 per month |
| Financial Records and Reports | Cost of preparing financial statements |
| Taxes on Payments | Amount of tax or assessment |
| Relocation Fee | Costs and expenses we incur in approving relocation |
| Insurance Reimbursement and Costs | Cost of insurance |
| Training Fee | $500 per trainee per day plus travel expenses for additional/remedial training |
| Indemnification | Amount of claim or judgment |
| Supplier Approval/Testing Costs | Costs and expenses as incurred |
| Post-Termination and Post-Expiration Expenses | Costs and expenses as incurred |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $100 plus interest at 18% |
| Annual Conference | $500 to $1,000 per attendee (if established) |
| Management Fee | 20% of Gross Sales plus costs/expenses if franchisor steps in to operate |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 4 weeks |
| Classroom Training | 24 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 67 hours (corporate) + 137 hours (on-site) |
| Training Location | Corporate headquarters and/or designated training facility in Lakewood, New Jersey; and at franchisee's location |
| Additional Training | Ongoing training programs and/or refresher courses at no extra charge (travel/lodging at franchisee's expense). Additional/remedial training at $500 per trainee per day. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Approximately 0.25 mile radius in urban areas or 2 mile radius in suburban/rural areas |
| Description | You will receive a Territory of approximately a 0.25 mile radius around the Approved Location in urban areas or a two mile radius around the Approved Location in suburban or rural areas. There is no minimum size for a Territory in metropolitan areas. Franchisor will not establish another Franchised Business under the System and Proprietary Marks within your Territory during the initial term, but reserves the right to open at Non-Traditional Sites. You will not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other franchisees, outlets owned by franchisor, or other channels of distribution. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Timely notify franchisor of intention to renew; have right to operate at Approved Location or secured substitute; complete all necessary maintenance/refurbishing no later than 90 days before expiration; not be in breach; satisfied all monetary obligations; execute then-current franchise agreement; satisfy training requirements; sign general release; pay renewal fee of $5,000 |
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | All accrued monetary obligations paid; all defaults cured; general release executed; provide copy of purchase agreement; transferee meets qualifications; transferee executes then-current franchise agreement; transferee pays transfer fee; transferee completes training; comply with post-term provisions; transferee obtains licenses and permits |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate with 15-day cure period for curable defaults (failure to pay, insufficient inventory, failure to obtain site, failure to open, failure to operate during prescribed hours, etc.) and with 30-day cure period for failure to perform or comply with terms. Immediate termination without cure for bankruptcy, fraud, criminal acts, failure to complete training, misuse of proprietary marks, abandonment, and other non-curable defaults. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | For 2 years after expiration, transfer or termination, neither franchisee, principals, nor Key Managers may directly or indirectly own, maintain, engage in, or have any interest in any business deriving more than 30% of its revenue from selling bakery items, cakes, sandwiches, breakfast items, coffee, and related food and beverage items, at the Bakery location, within the Territory, or within a radius of 10 miles of the Territory perimeter or any other Territory licensed by franchisor or any other Bakery. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | You (or at least one of your principals) must personally supervise the day-to-day operations of the Bakery and devote full-time attention and best efforts to management and operation. If you are an entity, you may delegate day-to-day operation to an approved Key Manager who must complete initial training. If neither you, your Key Manager, nor your operations principals/partners has at least 5 years of restaurant management experience, you must engage an Operations Director. |
| Required Suppliers | Affiliates Cookie Gift Boxes, LLC (CGB) and Twisty by the Cookie Corner, LLC (TCC) are sole Approved Suppliers for all ingredients, prepared foods, and operational inventory. CGB supplies all non-gluten free items; TCC supplies all gluten-free ingredients and prepared foods. |
| Supply Restrictions | Must purchase substantially all Approved Products and Services from franchisor, affiliates, or approved/designated suppliers. Required purchases account for approximately 80-90% of all purchases to open and 85-95% of annual operating costs. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | No revenue derived from franchisee required purchases in fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 (began offering franchises after that date). Franchisor/affiliates may receive payments or compensation from approved suppliers. |
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 other obligation. |
The Cookie Corner Franchise Earnings — Item 19
The Cookie Corner 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.
The Cookie Corner 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.
The Cookie Corner Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordThe Cookie Corner 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.
The Cookie Corner System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
The Cookie Corner 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
The Cookie Corner Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a The Cookie Corner franchise ranges from $530,800 to $1,395,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $30,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
The Cookie Corner charges a royalty fee of 50% of Gross Revenue from Bakery Items; 30% from Cafe Items; 10% from Beverage Items of gross sales, plus a Currently not assessed; up to 2% of Gross Revenue if Brand Development Fund is established contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the The Cookie Corner 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 The Cookie Corner to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
The Cookie Corner 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.
The Cookie Corner has been franchising since 2023. The FDD shows an investment range of $530,800-$1,395,500, a 50% of Gross Revenue from Bakery Items; 30% from Cafe Items; 10% from Beverage Items 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 $30,000 and the total investment ranges from $530,800 to $1,395,500 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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