Lemon Heaven franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Lemon Heaven franchise fee is $25,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $29,750 to $174,000, with about $15,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Lemon Heaven FDD.
What are the Lemon Heaven franchise fees and investment?
The Lemon Heaven franchise requires a franchise fee of $25,000 and a total initial investment of $29,750 to $174,000. 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) | $25,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $29,750 to $174,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant |
| Headquarters | Canada |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2008 |
How does the Lemon Heaven investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Lemon Heaven's minimum investment of $29,750 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1184 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $25,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Lemon Heaven belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Lemon Heaven FDD?
Verify six parts of the Lemon Heaven 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 Lemon Heaven 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 Lemon Heaven?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Lemon Heaven:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Schakolad Chocolate | $18,000 to $30,000 | $28,600 to $144,000 |
| Fujisan | $3,750 | $28,183 to $104,055 |
| Chester's | $3,500 | $27,500 to $301,500 |
| Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub | $7,500 to $10,000 | $32,100 to $141,700 |
| Hissho Sushi/Oumi Sushi/Sushi with Gusto | $7,500 | $26,849 to $136,829 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Lemon Heaven franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Lemon Heaven franchise ranges from $29,750 to $174,000, including a franchise fee of $25,000, 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 Lemon Heaven franchise?
Lemon Heaven lists a minimum of about $15,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Lemon Heaven locations are there?
A current US unit count for Lemon Heaven is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Lemon Heaven been franchising?
Lemon Heaven started offering franchises in 2008 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. Lemon Heaven and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lemon Heaven. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.