85°C Bakery Cafe franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The 85°C Bakery Cafe franchise fee is $50,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $603,225 to $1,164,500, with about $150,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the 85°C Bakery Cafe FDD.
What are the 85°C Bakery Cafe franchise fees and investment?
The 85°C Bakery Cafe franchise requires a franchise fee of $50,000 and a total initial investment of $603,225 to $1,164,500. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $50,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $603,225 to $1,164,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $150,000 |
| US locations | 81 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Bakery) |
| Headquarters | Brea, California |
| Founded | 2020 |
| Franchising since | 2020 |
How does the 85°C Bakery Cafe investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
85°C Bakery Cafe's minimum investment of $603,225 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 259 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $50,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, 85°C Bakery Cafe belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the 85°C Bakery Cafe FDD?
Verify six parts of the 85°C Bakery Cafe Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether 85°C Bakery Cafe discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to 85°C Bakery Cafe?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to 85°C Bakery Cafe:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Caribou Coffee | $30,000 | $606,100 to $1,429,000 |
| Fresh and Co | $45,000 | $609,248 to $1,543,000 |
| Super Chix | $17,000 | $610,367 to $1,012,800 |
| Taco Bell Traditional | $25,000 to $45,000 | $610,750 to $3,980,200 |
| Fosters Freeze International | $45,000 | $611,500 to $1,009,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a 85°C Bakery Cafe franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a 85°C Bakery Cafe franchise ranges from $603,225 to $1,164,500, including a franchise fee of $50,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a 85°C Bakery Cafe franchise?
85°C Bakery Cafe lists a minimum of about $150,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many 85°C Bakery Cafe locations are there?
85°C Bakery Cafe reported 81 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has 85°C Bakery Cafe been franchising?
85°C Bakery Cafe started offering franchises in 2020 after the company was founded in 2020.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. 85°C Bakery Cafe and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by 85°C Bakery Cafe. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.