Paco and Lime franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Paco and Lime franchise fee is $49,900 to $59,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $619,900 to $1,272,000, with about $155,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Paco and Lime FDD.
What are the Paco and Lime franchise fees and investment?
The Paco and Lime franchise requires a franchise fee of $49,900 to $59,500 and a total initial investment of $619,900 to $1,272,000. 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) | $49,900 to $59,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $619,900 to $1,272,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $155,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Wayzata, Minesota |
| Founded | 2021 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the Paco and Lime investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Paco and Lime's minimum investment of $619,900 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 247 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $49,900 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Paco and Lime belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Paco and Lime FDD?
Verify six parts of the Paco and Lime 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 Paco and Lime 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 Paco and Lime?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Paco and Lime:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Dave's Hot Chicken | $40,000 | $619,800 to $1,963,000 |
| Oakberry | $30,000 | $619,800 to $1,953,000 |
| B&B Burger & Beer Joint | $50,000 | $620,550 to $1,349,500 |
| Andy's Frozen Custard | $32,000 | $622,000 to $1,490,500 |
| Krispy Kreme | $12,500 to $25,000 | $622,500 to $4,330,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Paco and Lime franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Paco and Lime franchise ranges from $619,900 to $1,272,000, including a franchise fee of $49,900 to $59,500, 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 Paco and Lime franchise?
Paco and Lime lists a minimum of about $155,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Paco and Lime locations are there?
A current US unit count for Paco and Lime is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Paco and Lime been franchising?
Paco and Lime started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 2021.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Paco and Lime and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Paco and Lime. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.