Epic Wings franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Epic Wings franchise fee is $0 to $35,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $627,950 to $1,427,432, with about $165,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Epic Wings FDD.
What are the Epic Wings franchise fees and investment?
The Epic Wings franchise requires a franchise fee of $0 to $35,000 and a total initial investment of $627,950 to $1,427,432. 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) | $0 to $35,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $627,950 to $1,427,432 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $165,000 |
| US locations | 11 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Chicken) |
| Headquarters | San Diego, California |
| Founded | 1982 |
| Franchising since | 2018 |
How does the Epic Wings investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Epic Wings's minimum investment of $627,950 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 242 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $0 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Epic Wings belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Epic Wings FDD?
Verify six parts of the Epic Wings 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 Epic Wings 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 Epic Wings?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Epic Wings:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Cheba Hut | $50,000 | $631,150 to $2,086,100 |
| Keke's Breakfast Cafe | $30,000 | $622,825 to $1,887,313 |
| Krispy Kreme | $12,500 to $25,000 | $622,500 to $4,330,000 |
| Andy's Frozen Custard | $32,000 | $622,000 to $1,490,500 |
| Ellianos Coffee | $30,000 | $634,500 to $946,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Epic Wings franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Epic Wings franchise ranges from $627,950 to $1,427,432, including a franchise fee of $0 to $35,000, 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 Epic Wings franchise?
Epic Wings lists a minimum of about $165,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Epic Wings locations are there?
Epic Wings reported 11 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 Epic Wings been franchising?
Epic Wings started offering franchises in 2018 after the company was founded in 1982.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Epic Wings and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Epic Wings. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.