Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls franchise fee is $35,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $160,983 to $459,050, with about $45,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls FDD.
What are the Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls franchise fees and investment?
The Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls franchise requires a franchise fee of $35,000 and a total initial investment of $160,983 to $459,050. 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) | $35,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $160,983 to $459,050 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $45,000 |
| US locations | 11 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Annapolis, Maryland |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Franchising since | 2016 |
How does the Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls's minimum investment of $160,983 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 938 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $35,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls FDD?
Verify six parts of the Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls 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 Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls 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 Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Baya Bar | $35,000 | $160,990 to $340,476 |
| Chaotic Wings | $40,000 | $161,700 to $270,100 |
| Salad Creations | $25,000 | $160,000 to $446,000 |
| The Extreme Pita | $20,000 | $160,000 to $442,000 |
| Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice | $22,500 | $161,975 to $322,475 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls franchise ranges from $160,983 to $459,050, including a franchise fee of $35,000, 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 Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls franchise?
Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls lists a minimum of about $45,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls locations are there?
Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls reported 11 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 Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls been franchising?
Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls started offering franchises in 2016 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. Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.