Ghost Kitchen franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Ghost Kitchen franchise fee is $40,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $129,035 to $156,185, with about $25,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Ghost Kitchen FDD.
What are the Ghost Kitchen franchise fees and investment?
The Ghost Kitchen franchise requires a franchise fee of $40,000 and a total initial investment of $129,035 to $156,185. 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) | $40,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $129,035 to $156,185 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $25,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Rochester, New York |
| Founded | 2016 |
| Franchising since | 2021 |
How does the Ghost Kitchen investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Ghost Kitchen's minimum investment of $129,035 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1015 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $40,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Ghost Kitchen belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Ghost Kitchen FDD?
Verify six parts of the Ghost Kitchen 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 Ghost Kitchen 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 Ghost Kitchen?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Ghost Kitchen:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Savory Spice | $20,625 to $27,500 | $128,300 to $299,400 |
| Cascadia Pizza Co. | $59,500 | $130,000 to $316,600 |
| Pizza@ | $25,000 | $128,050 to $300,000 |
| Tapioca Express | $9,000 to $15,000 | $128,035 to $594,335 |
| Supreme produce | $5,000 to $50,000 | $130,600 to $260,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Ghost Kitchen franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Ghost Kitchen franchise ranges from $129,035 to $156,185, including a franchise fee of $40,000, 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 Ghost Kitchen franchise?
Ghost Kitchen lists a minimum of about $25,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Ghost Kitchen locations are there?
A current US unit count for Ghost Kitchen is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Ghost Kitchen been franchising?
Ghost Kitchen started offering franchises in 2021 after the company was founded in 2016.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Ghost Kitchen and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ghost Kitchen. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.