Amsterdam Falafelshop franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Amsterdam Falafelshop franchise fee is $29,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $366,300 to $513,400, 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 Amsterdam Falafelshop FDD.
What are the Amsterdam Falafelshop franchise fees and investment?
The Amsterdam Falafelshop franchise requires a franchise fee of $29,500 and a total initial investment of $366,300 to $513,400. 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) | $29,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $366,300 to $513,400 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $80,000 |
| US locations | 5 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Washington |
| Founded | 2007 |
| Franchising since | 2010 |
How does the Amsterdam Falafelshop investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Amsterdam Falafelshop's minimum investment of $366,300 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 494 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $29,500 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Amsterdam Falafelshop belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Amsterdam Falafelshop FDD?
Verify six parts of the Amsterdam Falafelshop 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 Amsterdam Falafelshop 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 Amsterdam Falafelshop?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Amsterdam Falafelshop:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Jimmy John's | $35,000 | $366,200 to $728,200 |
| Beyond Juicery and Eatery | $15,000 to $30,000 | $366,191 to $497,168 |
| Brown's Chicken | $25,000 | $366,000 to $1,239,000 |
| Papa Murphy's | $15,000 to $25,000 | $367,428 to $733,124 |
| Tastea | $40,000 | $368,300 to $654,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Amsterdam Falafelshop franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Amsterdam Falafelshop franchise ranges from $366,300 to $513,400, including a franchise fee of $29,500, 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 Amsterdam Falafelshop franchise?
Amsterdam Falafelshop 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 Amsterdam Falafelshop locations are there?
Amsterdam Falafelshop reported 5 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 Amsterdam Falafelshop been franchising?
Amsterdam Falafelshop started offering franchises in 2010 after the company was founded in 2007.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Amsterdam Falafelshop and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amsterdam Falafelshop. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.