Five Guys Franchise Cost (2025)
Complete cost breakdown for Five Guys franchise: $978K–$1376K investment, 6% royalty, franchise fee, and ongoing costs. From the official 2025 FDD.
Source: 2025 FDD filed in MN
Total Investment
$978K–$1.4M
Franchise Fee
$25K
Refundable (conditions apply)
Royalty
6%
Gross Sales
Ad Fund
2%
Gross Sales
Ongoing Fees
Monthly and annual costs after opening.
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty | 6% of gross sales | |
| Ad Fund | 2% of gross sales | |
| Technology Fee | $5,000/as incurred (annual estimate) |
Other Upfront Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Development Fee (standard territories) | $50K |
| Development Fee (Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico) | $125K |
| Veterans Discount (franchise fee reduction) | $-10,000 |
| Additional Training Fee (per additional trainee) | $2K |
| Required Initial Inventory (proprietary buns) | $350 |
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