Gravity franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Gravity franchise fee is $54,900 and the total initial investment ranges from $431,675 to $1,672,095, with about $150,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Gravity FDD.
What are the Gravity franchise fees and investment?
The Gravity franchise requires a franchise fee of $54,900 and a total initial investment of $431,675 to $1,672,095. 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) | $54,900 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $431,675 to $1,672,095 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $150,000 |
| US locations | 16 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Coffee, Tea, & Drinks) |
| Headquarters | Pacific, Washington |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Franchising since | 2021 |
How does the Gravity investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Gravity's minimum investment of $431,675 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 410 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $54,900 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Gravity belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Gravity FDD?
Verify six parts of the Gravity 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 Gravity 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 Gravity?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Gravity:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Hungry Howie's Pizza & Subs | $12,500 to $25,000 | $431,873 to $629,908 |
| Strings Italian Cafe | $37,500 | $433,500 to $516,500 |
| Southern Steer | $59,500 | $428,706 to $722,706 |
| Baja Fresh | $12,000 to $30,000 | $428,560 to $1,012,290 |
| Izakaya Sea-Sun | $100,000 | $428,160 to $597,560 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Gravity franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Gravity franchise ranges from $431,675 to $1,672,095, including a franchise fee of $54,900, 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 Gravity franchise?
Gravity lists a minimum of about $150,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Gravity locations are there?
Gravity reported 16 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 Gravity been franchising?
Gravity started offering franchises in 2021 after the company was founded in 2015.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Gravity and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Gravity. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.