Atomic Wings franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Atomic Wings franchise fee is $25,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $222,220 to $860,773, with about $75,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Atomic Wings FDD.
What are the Atomic Wings franchise fees and investment?
The Atomic Wings franchise requires a franchise fee of $25,000 and a total initial investment of $222,220 to $860,773. 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) | $25,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $222,220 to $860,773 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $75,000 |
| US locations | 20 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Chicken) |
| Headquarters | College Park, Maryland |
| Founded | 2006 |
| Franchising since | 2006 |
How does the Atomic Wings investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Atomic Wings's minimum investment of $222,220 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 776 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $25,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Atomic Wings belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Atomic Wings FDD?
Verify six parts of the Atomic Wings 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 Atomic Wings 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 Atomic Wings?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Atomic Wings:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Eggmania | $50,000 | $222,725 to $394,725 |
| Coco Fresh Tea & Juice | $40,000 | $221,300 to $454,000 |
| JUICE IT UP | $10,000 to $25,000 | $223,375 to $440,536 |
| KEO Restaurant | $25,000 | $221,000 to $425,000 |
| Flippin' Pizza New York Style | $0 to $25,000 | $220,700 to $513,400 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Atomic Wings franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Atomic Wings franchise ranges from $222,220 to $860,773, including a franchise fee of $25,000, 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 Atomic Wings franchise?
Atomic Wings lists a minimum of about $75,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Atomic Wings locations are there?
Atomic Wings reported 20 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 Atomic Wings been franchising?
Atomic Wings started offering franchises in 2006 after the company was founded in 2006.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Atomic Wings and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Atomic Wings. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.