Keke's Breakfast Cafe franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Keke's Breakfast Cafe franchise fee is $30,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $622,825 to $1,887,313, with about $190,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Keke's Breakfast Cafe FDD.
What are the Keke's Breakfast Cafe franchise fees and investment?
The Keke's Breakfast Cafe franchise requires a franchise fee of $30,000 and a total initial investment of $622,825 to $1,887,313. 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) | $30,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $622,825 to $1,887,313 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $190,000 |
| US locations | 69 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Coffee, Tea, & Drinks) |
| Headquarters | Spartanburg, South Carolina |
| Founded | 1989 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the Keke's Breakfast Cafe investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Keke's Breakfast Cafe's minimum investment of $622,825 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 243 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $30,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Keke's Breakfast Cafe belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Keke's Breakfast Cafe FDD?
Verify six parts of the Keke's Breakfast Cafe 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 Keke's Breakfast Cafe 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 Keke's Breakfast Cafe?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Keke's Breakfast Cafe:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Krispy Kreme | $12,500 to $25,000 | $622,500 to $4,330,000 |
| Andy's Frozen Custard | $32,000 | $622,000 to $1,490,500 |
| B&B Burger & Beer Joint | $50,000 | $620,550 to $1,349,500 |
| Paco and Lime | $49,900 to $59,500 | $619,900 to $1,272,000 |
| Dave's Hot Chicken | $40,000 | $619,800 to $1,963,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Keke's Breakfast Cafe franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Keke's Breakfast Cafe franchise ranges from $622,825 to $1,887,313, including a franchise fee of $30,000, 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 Keke's Breakfast Cafe franchise?
Keke's Breakfast Cafe lists a minimum of about $190,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Keke's Breakfast Cafe locations are there?
Keke's Breakfast Cafe reported 69 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 Keke's Breakfast Cafe been franchising?
Keke's Breakfast Cafe started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 1989.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Keke's Breakfast Cafe and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Keke's Breakfast Cafe. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.