Charleys Cheesesteaks Franchise Cost (2025)
Complete cost breakdown for Charleys Cheesesteaks franchise: $204K–$694K investment, 6% royalty, franchise fee, and ongoing costs. From the official 2025 FDD.
Source: 2025 FDD filed in MN
Total Investment
$204K–$694K
Franchise Fee
$15K–$25K
Non-refundable
Royalty
6%
Gross Sales
Ad Fund
4%
Gross Sales
Ongoing Fees
Monthly and annual costs after opening.
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty | 6% of gross sales | |
| Ad Fund | 4% of gross sales |
Revenue Context
Average Revenue
$911K
From Item 19 (2025 FDD)
Investment-to-Revenue Ratio
0.2x
Lower is better (min inv ÷ avg rev)
Annual Fee Burden
10.0%
Royalty + ad fund as % of gross sales
At average revenue of $911K, you'd pay approximately $55K/year in royalties alone, plus $36K/year in ad fund contributions.
Other Upfront Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Grand Opening Marketing Kit | $7K |
| Site Selection Extension | $3K |
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