Hoodz franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Hoodz franchise fee is $5,990 to $59,900 and the total initial investment ranges from $199,038 to $244,307, with about $40,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Hoodz FDD.
What are the Hoodz franchise fees and investment?
The Hoodz franchise requires a franchise fee of $5,990 to $59,900 and a total initial investment of $199,038 to $244,307. 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) | $5,990 to $59,900 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $199,038 to $244,307 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $40,000 |
| US locations | 136 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant |
| Headquarters | Ann Arbor, Michigan |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2009 |
How does the Hoodz investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Hoodz's minimum investment of $199,038 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 842 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $5,990 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Hoodz belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Hoodz FDD?
Verify six parts of the Hoodz 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 Hoodz 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 Hoodz?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Hoodz:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Ubatuba Açaí Bowls | $20,000 | $199,500 to $430,000 |
| Erik's Delicafe | $20,000 | $198,500 to $406,600 |
| Chocolate Bash | $45,000 | $198,400 to $380,000 |
| Te'Amo | $40,000 | $199,750 to $409,800 |
| Donut Distillery | $29,900 | $198,150 to $329,900 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Hoodz franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Hoodz franchise ranges from $199,038 to $244,307, including a franchise fee of $5,990 to $59,900, 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 Hoodz franchise?
Hoodz lists a minimum of about $40,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Hoodz locations are there?
Hoodz reported 136 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 Hoodz been franchising?
Hoodz started offering franchises in 2009 after the company was founded in 2008.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Hoodz and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hoodz. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.