Acapela Modern Mex franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Acapela Modern Mex franchise fee is $40,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $277,490 to $771,242, with about $80,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Acapela Modern Mex FDD.
What are the Acapela Modern Mex franchise fees and investment?
The Acapela Modern Mex franchise requires a franchise fee of $40,000 and a total initial investment of $277,490 to $771,242. 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) | $40,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $277,490 to $771,242 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $80,000 |
| US locations | 1 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Quick Service) |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles, California |
| Founded | 1999 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the Acapela Modern Mex investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Acapela Modern Mex's minimum investment of $277,490 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 652 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $40,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Acapela Modern Mex belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Acapela Modern Mex FDD?
Verify six parts of the Acapela Modern Mex 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 Acapela Modern Mex 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 Acapela Modern Mex?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Acapela Modern Mex:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| I Heart Mac & Cheese | $35,000 | $277,500 to $756,300 |
| Leanfeast | $18,000 | $277,940 to $499,150 |
| Greenberry's Coffee | $36,500 | $277,000 to $572,500 |
| Qargo Coffee | $50,000 | $278,500 to $624,500 |
| Smoothie Factory | $30,000 | $278,500 to $475,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Acapela Modern Mex franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Acapela Modern Mex franchise ranges from $277,490 to $771,242, including a franchise fee of $40,000, 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 Acapela Modern Mex franchise?
Acapela Modern Mex lists a minimum of about $80,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Acapela Modern Mex locations are there?
Acapela Modern Mex reported 1 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 Acapela Modern Mex been franchising?
Acapela Modern Mex started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 1999.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Acapela Modern Mex and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Acapela Modern Mex. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.