Genji franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Genji franchise fee is $3,500 to $4,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $55,550 to $89,200, with about $15,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Genji FDD.
What are the Genji franchise fees and investment?
The Genji franchise requires a franchise fee of $3,500 to $4,500 and a total initial investment of $55,550 to $89,200. 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) | $3,500 to $4,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $55,550 to $89,200 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | 155 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Allentown, Pennsylvania |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the Genji investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Genji's minimum investment of $55,550 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1157 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $3,500 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
What should you verify in the Genji FDD?
Verify six parts of the Genji 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 Genji 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 Genji?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Genji:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| The Piggy BBQ | $35,000 | $55,500 |
| Limeberry Yogurt | $15,000 | $55,700 to $275,000 |
| Foodjets | $30,000 | $55,300 to $82,300 |
| Gateway Newstands | $15,000 to $150,000 | $55,875 to $501,750 |
| The Bagel Nook | $30,000 | $56,000 to $107,550 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Genji franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Genji franchise ranges from $55,550 to $89,200, including a franchise fee of $3,500 to $4,500, 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 Genji franchise?
Genji lists a minimum of about $15,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Genji locations are there?
Genji reported 155 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 Genji been franchising?
Genji started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 1997.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Genji and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Genji. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.