Cowboy Jack's franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Cowboy Jack's franchise fee is $45,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $121,558 to $233,680, with about $30,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Cowboy Jack's FDD.
What are the Cowboy Jack's franchise fees and investment?
The Cowboy Jack's franchise requires a franchise fee of $45,000 and a total initial investment of $121,558 to $233,680. 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) | $121,558 to $233,680 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $30,000 |
| US locations | 5 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Full-Service) |
| Headquarters | Golden Valley, Minnesota |
| Founded | 2007 |
| Franchising since | 2025 |
How does the Cowboy Jack's investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Cowboy Jack's's minimum investment of $121,558 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1039 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, Cowboy Jack's belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Cowboy Jack's FDD?
Verify six parts of the Cowboy Jack's 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 Cowboy Jack's 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 Cowboy Jack's?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Cowboy Jack's:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Arleen's | $16,500 to $35,000 | $121,500 to $439,000 |
| The Pretzel Twister | $25,000 | $121,700 to $338,800 |
| Peace Love and Little Donuts | $40,000 | $121,200 to $235,100 |
| Tilford's Wood Fired Pizza | $15,000 to $40,000 | $122,000 to $186,000 |
| Lollicup | $15,000 | $122,050 to $383,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Cowboy Jack's franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Cowboy Jack's franchise ranges from $121,558 to $233,680, 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 Cowboy Jack's franchise?
Cowboy Jack's lists a minimum of about $30,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Cowboy Jack's locations are there?
Cowboy Jack's 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 Cowboy Jack's been franchising?
Cowboy Jack's started offering franchises in 2025 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. Cowboy Jack's and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Cowboy Jack's. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.