Manchu Wok franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Manchu Wok franchise fee is $30,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $490,050 to $820,500, with about $115,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Manchu Wok FDD.
What are the Manchu Wok franchise fees and investment?
The Manchu Wok franchise requires a franchise fee of $30,000 and a total initial investment of $490,050 to $820,500. 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) | $30,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $490,050 to $820,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $115,000 |
| US locations | 15 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Quick Service) |
| Headquarters | Scottsdale, Arizona |
| Founded | 2001 |
| Franchising since | 2015 |
How does the Manchu Wok investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Manchu Wok's minimum investment of $490,050 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 342 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, Manchu Wok belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Manchu Wok FDD?
Verify six parts of the Manchu Wok 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 Manchu Wok 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 Manchu Wok?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Manchu Wok:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| TCBY | $35,000 | $487,630 to $699,467 |
| Monical's Restaurant | $25,000 to $45,000 | $487,550 to $1,133,400 |
| Break Coffee Co | $59,500 | $493,466 to $3,046,069 |
| PizzaRev | $35,000 | $493,500 to $1,150,000 |
| The Krave Kobe Burger Grill | $40,000 | $494,000 to $694,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Manchu Wok franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Manchu Wok franchise ranges from $490,050 to $820,500, 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 Manchu Wok franchise?
Manchu Wok lists a minimum of about $115,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Manchu Wok locations are there?
Manchu Wok reported 15 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 Manchu Wok been franchising?
Manchu Wok started offering franchises in 2015 after the company was founded in 2001.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Manchu Wok and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Manchu Wok. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.