Mod Pizza franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Mod Pizza franchise fee is $30,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $891,644 to $1,193,006, with about $195,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Mod Pizza FDD.
What are the Mod Pizza franchise fees and investment?
The Mod Pizza franchise requires a franchise fee of $30,000 and a total initial investment of $891,644 to $1,193,006. 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) | $891,644 to $1,193,006 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $195,000 |
| US locations | 482 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Pizza) |
| Headquarters | Bellevue, Washington |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2013 |
How does the Mod Pizza investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Mod Pizza's minimum investment of $891,644 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 155 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, Mod Pizza belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Mod Pizza FDD?
Verify six parts of the Mod Pizza 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 Mod Pizza 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 Mod Pizza?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Mod Pizza:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Crafty Crab | $40,000 | $892,800 to $1,687,399 |
| 7 BREW | $45,000 | $890,300 to $1,934,500 |
| A&W All American Food | $15,000 to $30,000 | $894,434 to $1,639,906 |
| Crisp & Green | $64,500 | $886,028 to $1,444,038 |
| Buffalo Wild Wings Go | $30,000 to $45,000 | $898,600 to $8,875,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Mod Pizza franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Mod Pizza franchise ranges from $891,644 to $1,193,006, 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 Mod Pizza franchise?
Mod Pizza lists a minimum of about $195,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Mod Pizza locations are there?
Mod Pizza reported 482 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 Mod Pizza been franchising?
Mod Pizza started offering franchises in 2013 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. Mod Pizza and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mod Pizza. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.