Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay franchise fee is $40,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $382,086 to $694,467, with about $90,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay FDD.
What are the Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay franchise fees and investment?
The Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay franchise requires a franchise fee of $40,000 and a total initial investment of $382,086 to $694,467. 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) | $382,086 to $694,467 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $90,000 |
| US locations | 3 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Charlotte, North Carolina |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay's minimum investment of $382,086 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 473 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, Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay FDD?
Verify six parts of the Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay 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 Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay 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 Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Primohoagies | $20,000 | $382,025 to $668,178 |
| Angelina Bakery | $40,000 | $382,000 to $820,000 |
| Taco Cabana | $35,000 to $45,000 | $383,435 to $628,235 |
| Quick N Split | $35,000 | $383,545 to $815,270 |
| Palm Berries | $35,000 | $380,000 to $630,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay franchise ranges from $382,086 to $694,467, 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 Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay franchise?
Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay lists a minimum of about $90,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay locations are there?
Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay reported 3 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 Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay been franchising?
Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 2008.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bobby's Burgers by Bobby Flay. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.