Brooklyn Dumpling Shop franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Brooklyn Dumpling Shop franchise fee is $45,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $373,278 to $721,778, 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 Brooklyn Dumpling Shop FDD.
What are the Brooklyn Dumpling Shop franchise fees and investment?
The Brooklyn Dumpling Shop franchise requires a franchise fee of $45,000 and a total initial investment of $373,278 to $721,778. 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) | $45,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $373,278 to $721,778 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $90,000 |
| US locations | 3 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Hackensack, New Jersey |
| Founded | 2021 |
| Franchising since | 2021 |
How does the Brooklyn Dumpling Shop investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Brooklyn Dumpling Shop's minimum investment of $373,278 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 484 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $45,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Brooklyn Dumpling Shop belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Brooklyn Dumpling Shop FDD?
Verify six parts of the Brooklyn Dumpling Shop 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 Brooklyn Dumpling Shop 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 Brooklyn Dumpling Shop?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Brooklyn Dumpling Shop:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Cool Hand Luke'S Steakhouse/Saloon | $50,000 | $373,000 to $1,817,000 |
| MIO SUSHI | $40,000 | $373,000 to $696,000 |
| Mooyah | $40,000 | $372,525 to $1,186,124 |
| DosBros | $35,000 | $374,100 to $814,375 |
| Chop Stop | $35,000 | $375,000 to $699,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Brooklyn Dumpling Shop franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Brooklyn Dumpling Shop franchise ranges from $373,278 to $721,778, including a franchise fee of $45,000, 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 Brooklyn Dumpling Shop franchise?
Brooklyn Dumpling Shop 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 Brooklyn Dumpling Shop locations are there?
Brooklyn Dumpling Shop 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 Brooklyn Dumpling Shop been franchising?
Brooklyn Dumpling Shop started offering franchises in 2021 after the company was founded in 2021.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Brooklyn Dumpling Shop and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Brooklyn Dumpling Shop. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.