Green Mill franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Green Mill franchise fee is $45,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $1,671,700 to $2,493,000, with about $375,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Green Mill FDD.
What are the Green Mill franchise fees and investment?
The Green Mill franchise requires a franchise fee of $45,000 and a total initial investment of $1,671,700 to $2,493,000. 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) | $45,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $1,671,700 to $2,493,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $375,000 |
| US locations | 16 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Full-Service) |
| Headquarters | Saint Paul, Minnesota |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Franchising since | 2010 |
How does the Green Mill investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Green Mill's minimum investment of $1,671,700 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 41 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $45,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Green Mill belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Green Mill FDD?
Verify six parts of the Green Mill 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 Green Mill 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 Green Mill?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Green Mill:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Sonic Drive-In | $15,000 | $1,676,000 to $3,140,900 |
| Mellow Mushroom | $50,000 | $1,688,000 to $2,906,000 |
| Baekjeong | $300,000 | $1,713,000 to $2,147,000 |
| Jason's Deli | $35,000 | $1,719,655 to $2,529,255 |
| Wings Etc | $25,000 | $1,618,650 to $2,881,100 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Green Mill franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Green Mill franchise ranges from $1,671,700 to $2,493,000, including a franchise fee of $45,000, 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 Green Mill franchise?
Green Mill lists a minimum of about $375,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Green Mill locations are there?
Green Mill 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 Green Mill been franchising?
Green Mill started offering franchises in 2010 after the company was founded in 2010.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Green Mill and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Green Mill. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.