Mai Sushi franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Mai Sushi franchise fee is $3,500 to $4,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $42,170 to $133,500, 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 Mai Sushi FDD.
What are the Mai Sushi franchise fees and investment?
The Mai Sushi franchise requires a franchise fee of $3,500 to $4,500 and a total initial investment of $42,170 to $133,500. 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) | $3,500 to $4,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $42,170 to $133,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | 123 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Allentown, Pennsylvania |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Franchising since | 2015 |
How does the Mai Sushi investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Mai Sushi's minimum investment of $42,170 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1175 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $3,500 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Mai Sushi belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Mai Sushi FDD?
Verify six parts of the Mai Sushi 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 Mai Sushi 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 Mai Sushi?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Mai Sushi:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant | $40,000 | $42,170 to $133,500 |
| House of Bread | $5,000 to $35,000 | $42,000 to $456,000 |
| The Dapper Doughnut | $13,300 to $35,000 | $43,100 to $353,000 |
| Nestle Toll House Café | $18,750 to $37,500 | $44,000 to $585,800 |
| Falbo Bros Pizzeria | $10,000 to $15,000 | $40,000 to $160,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Mai Sushi franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Mai Sushi franchise ranges from $42,170 to $133,500, including a franchise fee of $3,500 to $4,500, 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 Mai Sushi franchise?
Mai Sushi 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 Mai Sushi locations are there?
Mai Sushi reported 123 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 Mai Sushi been franchising?
Mai Sushi started offering franchises in 2015 after the company was founded in 2015.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Mai Sushi and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mai Sushi. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.