Fox's Pizza Den franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Fox's Pizza Den franchise fee is $15,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $108,800 to $236,000, 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 Fox's Pizza Den FDD.
What are the Fox's Pizza Den franchise fees and investment?
The Fox's Pizza Den franchise requires a franchise fee of $15,000 and a total initial investment of $108,800 to $236,000. 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) | $15,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $108,800 to $236,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $30,000 |
| US locations | 193 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Pizza) |
| Headquarters | Murrysville, Pennsylvania |
| Founded | 1974 |
| Franchising since | 1974 |
How does the Fox's Pizza Den investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Fox's Pizza Den's minimum investment of $108,800 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1062 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $15,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Fox's Pizza Den belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Fox's Pizza Den FDD?
Verify six parts of the Fox's Pizza Den 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 Fox's Pizza Den 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 Fox's Pizza Den?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Fox's Pizza Den:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Combo Kitchen | $32,000 | $109,000 to $357,500 |
| CAFE2U | $25,000 | $109,146 to $154,621 |
| Straw Hat Pizza | $20,000 | $108,300 to $1,077,000 |
| Jabal Coffee House | $50,000 | $108,150 to $204,100 |
| Caffè Aronne | $25,000 | $109,500 to $176,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Fox's Pizza Den franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Fox's Pizza Den franchise ranges from $108,800 to $236,000, including a franchise fee of $15,000, 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 Fox's Pizza Den franchise?
Fox's Pizza Den 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 Fox's Pizza Den locations are there?
Fox's Pizza Den reported 193 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 Fox's Pizza Den been franchising?
Fox's Pizza Den started offering franchises in 1974 after the company was founded in 1974.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Fox's Pizza Den and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Fox's Pizza Den. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.