Izakaya Sea-Sun franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Izakaya Sea-Sun franchise fee is $100,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $428,160 to $597,560, with about $95,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Izakaya Sea-Sun FDD.
What are the Izakaya Sea-Sun franchise fees and investment?
The Izakaya Sea-Sun franchise requires a franchise fee of $100,000 and a total initial investment of $428,160 to $597,560. 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) | $100,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $428,160 to $597,560 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $95,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles, California |
| Founded | 2024 |
| Franchising since | 2024 |
How does the Izakaya Sea-Sun investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Izakaya Sea-Sun's minimum investment of $428,160 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 413 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $100,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Izakaya Sea-Sun belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Izakaya Sea-Sun FDD?
Verify six parts of the Izakaya Sea-Sun 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 Izakaya Sea-Sun 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 Izakaya Sea-Sun?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Izakaya Sea-Sun:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Pizzeria | $50,000 | $428,000 |
| Baja Fresh | $12,000 to $30,000 | $428,560 to $1,012,290 |
| Southern Steer | $59,500 | $428,706 to $722,706 |
| Melt Shop | $35,000 | $426,946 to $767,369 |
| Stacked Pickle | $40,000 | $425,550 to $939,850 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Izakaya Sea-Sun franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Izakaya Sea-Sun franchise ranges from $428,160 to $597,560, including a franchise fee of $100,000, 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 Izakaya Sea-Sun franchise?
Izakaya Sea-Sun lists a minimum of about $95,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Izakaya Sea-Sun locations are there?
A current US unit count for Izakaya Sea-Sun is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Izakaya Sea-Sun been franchising?
Izakaya Sea-Sun started offering franchises in 2024 after the company was founded in 2024.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Izakaya Sea-Sun and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Izakaya Sea-Sun. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.