About The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise
The New York Butcher Shoppe is a gourmet food retail franchise offering hand cut fresh meats, wines, specialty grocery items, prepared foods, and catering services.
Franchising since 2006 under Butcher Shoppe International, LLC, the brand offers three distinct business models: a Traditional Shoppe, a Shoppe with Wine Bar, and a Full Service Shoppe, each tailored to different market demands.
The franchise fee is $35,000 for a Traditional Shoppe or Shoppe with Wine Bar and $40,000 for a Full Service Shoppe.
The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$459K
Average Investment
$626K
Maximum Investment
$794K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 - $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | First 6 months: 0% of Gross Revenues; Next 6 months: 2% of Gross Revenues; After 12 months: 4% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | $9,000 ($3,000 for each of the first three months of operations) then 1.5% of Gross Revenues | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $458,900 – $793,900 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $459K–$794K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (First 6 months: 0% of Gross Revenues; Next 6 months: 2% of Gross Revenues; After 12 months: 4% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee ($9,000 ($3,000 for each of the first three months of operations) then 1.5% of Gross Revenues) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 2) | $35,000 | $40,000 |
| Travel and living expenses while training | $4,000 | $6,500 |
| Real estate and improvements (Notes 3, 4, 5) | $200,000 | $362,500 |
| Equipment (Note 6) | $154,700 | $286,700 |
| Signs (Note 7) | $4,500 | $14,500 |
| Miscellaneous opening costs (Notes 8, 9) | $5,000 | $8,500 |
| Opening inventory (Note 6) | $33,000 | $40,000 |
| Grand Opening Fee | $4,500 | $6,000 |
| POS System | $3,200 | $4,200 |
| Working Capital Funds – 3 months (Note 9) | $15,000 | $25,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | The then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Audit Fee | Costs of audit and expenses incurred in conducting said audit (if underreporting of 5% or more) |
| Corporate Assistance | Reimbursement of incurred costs, including compensation and travel, plus $200 per day per corporate staff member for a minimum of 14 days and maximum of 28 days |
| Additional Assistance | $500 per day plus additional incurred costs including travel and lodging for our corporate staff members |
| Interest | 10% per annum, or the highest rate permitted under applicable state law, whichever is lower |
| Liquidated Damages | Onetime payment equaling 12 months of Royalty Fees |
| Alternative Supplier or Product Fee | Reasonable costs connected with review and evaluation of alternative supplier or product |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Will vary under circumstances |
| Insurance | Cost of insurance |
| Non-Compete Violation | Under Franchise Agreement: 2 times the then-current Initial Franchise Fee plus 4% of Competitive Business’s Gross Revenues for each violation; or 2 times the then-current Initial Franchise Fee plus $100,000 if Gross Revenues cannot be verified. Under Multi-Unit Development Agreement: $200,000 per violation. |
| Non-Disclosure Violation | Under Franchise Agreement: 2 times the then-current Initial Franchise Fee. Under Multi-Unit Development Agreement: 2 times your Development Fee. |
| POS System Maintenance | $1,000 - $2,000 annually |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 7 - 8 weeks |
| Classroom Training | 16 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 616 - 656 hours |
| Training Location | Greenville, South Carolina (corporate Shoppe locations) or Charlotte Market (for Full-Service locations) |
| Additional Training | Additional training on new and improved techniques may be required. Optional follow-up training for Principal Owner(s), Operations Manager, Key Personnel, and employees is available at an Affiliate’s Shoppe in Greenville. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive for single unit, exclusive for multi-unit development area |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | For a single Shoppe Franchise Agreement, a Designated Territory is specified with limits and conditions. For a Multi-Unit Development Agreement, a Development Area is granted for multiple Shoppes, with exclusivity within that area during the term of the agreement, provided compliance is maintained. The actual size of the Development Area varies based on demographics, market conditions, and other factors. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10-year Term |
| Renewal Term | additional ten-year Terms |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Proper notice of intent to renew, full compliance with Franchise Agreement, Shoppe meets current specifications/guidelines, signing of then-current release and new Franchise Agreement, payment of Renewal Fee. Terms of new agreement may differ materially. |
| Transfer Fee | The then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisee is current in all obligations and in good standing; transferee is qualified and approved by franchisor, pays transfer fee, executes new agreements, completes training, lessor consents to lease assignment (if applicable); transferring parties sign a general release and post-termination covenants. |
| Termination for Cause | Non-curable defaults include: insolvency, bankruptcy, receivership, unsatisfied final judgment, dissolution, foreclosure, loss of site possession, failure to operate for 7 consecutive days, failure to meet Minimum Gross Revenues Requirement, audit revealing >5% or intentional underreporting of Gross Revenue, misleading application information, felony conviction damaging goodwill, unauthorized transfer, disclosure of confidential information, health/safety violation, failure to comply with applicable laws, failure to comply with restrictive covenants, or unauthorized use of Marks. Curable defaults (30 days to cure) include: failure to pay fees, failure to submit reports, failure to observe System standards, failure to open in specified time, failure to obtain prior written consent, failure to permit inspection/audit, marketing confusing product, hiring unapproved Operations Manager, repeated defaults, or failure to indemnify. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | No direct or indirect involvement in a Competitive Business within 15 miles of any BSI Shoppe and no disclosure of Confidential Information. A 'Competitive Business' sells gourmet foods including meats (pre-packaged or freshly sliced), wines, specialty grocery products, or similar pre-packaged food products. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | If the franchisee is a corporation, a Principal Owner (20% or more ownership) must participate in the Shoppe's operation. At least one Principal Owner must successfully complete the Training Program and act as an Operations Manager, working a minimum of 40 hours per week on-premises. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees are required to offer only approved products and may be required to purchase existing or new products/initial inventory from the franchisor or an approved/sole supplier. Equipment, fixtures, and signage must meet franchisor specifications and may need to be purchased from approved/sole suppliers. There is currently one designated supplier for a certain percentage of products, with purchase requirements applicable if a vendor-franchisee agreement is entered. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase all or some products, equipment, technology, or other services from designated or approved suppliers. For alternative suppliers or products, written permission and prepayment of estimated review/evaluation costs are required. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | The only current designated supplier pays a rebate of .05% or 2% of franchisee purchases, with an additional annual rebate of 2% on purchases exceeding the previous year's. Other benefits include allowances towards the Annual Franchisee Dinner and charitable events. As of December 29, 2024, no other rebates or material benefits have been received from 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 obligation. |
The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$140K
Median Revenue
$110K
Revenue Range
$49K – $286K
Sample Size
20 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
The New York Butcher Shoppe Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordThe New York Butcher Shoppe 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 New York Butcher Shoppe System Growth
Total Units
34
Franchised
25
Company-Owned
9
The New York Butcher Shoppe currently operates 25 franchised locations and 9 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 7 | 1 | 24 |
| 2023 | 6 | 1 | 29 |
| 2024 | 6 | 1 | 34 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$964K
Net Income
$181K
Total Assets
$182K
Audited by A&G, LLP for year ending December 29, 2024.
The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a The New York Butcher Shoppe franchise ranges from $458,900 to $793,900, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000 - $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
The New York Butcher Shoppe charges a royalty fee of First 6 months: 0% of Gross Revenues; Next 6 months: 2% of Gross Revenues; After 12 months: 4% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a $9,000 ($3,000 for each of the first three months of operations) then 1.5% of Gross Revenues contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the The New York Butcher Shoppe 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 New York Butcher Shoppe to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, The New York Butcher Shoppe franchise owners report average revenue of $140K and median revenue of $110K. This is based on a sample of 20 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
The New York Butcher Shoppe has been franchising since 2006. The FDD shows an investment range of $458,900-$793,900, a First 6 months: 0% of Gross Revenues; Next 6 months: 2% of Gross Revenues; After 12 months: 4% of Gross Revenues 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 $35,000 - $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $458,900 to $793,900 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $15,000 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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