Del's Popcorn Shop franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Del's Popcorn Shop franchise fee is $30,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $279,365 to $478,393, with about $65,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Del's Popcorn Shop FDD.
What are the Del's Popcorn Shop franchise fees and investment?
The Del's Popcorn Shop franchise requires a franchise fee of $30,000 and a total initial investment of $279,365 to $478,393. 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) | $30,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $279,365 to $478,393 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $65,000 |
| US locations | 2 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant |
| Headquarters | Springfield, Illinois |
| Founded | 1934 |
| Franchising since | 2020 |
How does the Del's Popcorn Shop investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Del's Popcorn Shop's minimum investment of $279,365 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 646 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $30,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Del's Popcorn Shop belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Del's Popcorn Shop FDD?
Verify six parts of the Del's Popcorn 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 Del's Popcorn 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 Del's Popcorn Shop?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Del's Popcorn Shop:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Chillers Microcreamery | $22,500 | $279,500 to $488,400 |
| The Donut Experiment | $40,000 to $55,000 | $279,000 to $333,500 |
| Spilled Milk Ice Cream | $30,000 | $280,000 to $550,000 |
| Qargo Coffee | $50,000 | $278,500 to $624,500 |
| Smoothie Factory | $30,000 | $278,500 to $475,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Del's Popcorn Shop franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Del's Popcorn Shop franchise ranges from $279,365 to $478,393, including a franchise fee of $30,000, 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 Del's Popcorn Shop franchise?
Del's Popcorn Shop lists a minimum of about $65,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Del's Popcorn Shop locations are there?
Del's Popcorn Shop 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 Del's Popcorn Shop been franchising?
Del's Popcorn Shop started offering franchises in 2020 after the company was founded in 1934.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Del's Popcorn Shop and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Del's Popcorn Shop. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.