Baba Saj franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Baba Saj franchise fee is $55,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $62,032 to $327,170, with about $25,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Baba Saj FDD.
What are the Baba Saj franchise fees and investment?
The Baba Saj franchise requires a franchise fee of $55,000 and a total initial investment of $62,032 to $327,170. 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) | $55,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $62,032 to $327,170 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $25,000 |
| US locations | 2 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Oak Lawn, Illinois |
| Founded | 2018 |
| Franchising since | 2024 |
How does the Baba Saj investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Baba Saj's minimum investment of $62,032 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1145 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $55,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
What should you verify in the Baba Saj FDD?
Verify six parts of the Baba Saj 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 Baba Saj 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 Baba Saj?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Baba Saj:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| The Wacked Out Weiner | $15,000 | $62,000 to $174,000 |
| Mr. Delivery | $15,000 | $62,200 to $68,700 |
| IHOP Non-Traditional | $25,000 | $61,750 to $121,250 |
| The Cookie Dough Cafe | $20,000 to $25,000 | $62,800 to $810,000 |
| Somedays | $35,000 | $62,845 to $86,995 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Baba Saj franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Baba Saj franchise ranges from $62,032 to $327,170, including a franchise fee of $55,000, 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 Baba Saj franchise?
Baba Saj lists a minimum of about $25,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Baba Saj locations are there?
Baba Saj reported 2 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 Baba Saj been franchising?
Baba Saj started offering franchises in 2024 after the company was founded in 2018.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Baba Saj and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Baba Saj. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.