PLEASE & THANK YOU franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The PLEASE & THANK YOU franchise fee is $49,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $115,103 to $391,898, with about $35,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the PLEASE & THANK YOU FDD.
What are the PLEASE & THANK YOU franchise fees and investment?
The PLEASE & THANK YOU franchise requires a franchise fee of $49,000 and a total initial investment of $115,103 to $391,898. 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) | $49,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $115,103 to $391,898 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $35,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Coffee, Tea, & Drinks) |
| Headquarters | Louisville, Kentucky |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Franchising since | 2025 |
How does the PLEASE & THANK YOU investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
PLEASE & THANK YOU's minimum investment of $115,103 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1050 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $49,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, PLEASE & THANK YOU belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the PLEASE & THANK YOU FDD?
Verify six parts of the PLEASE & THANK YOU 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 PLEASE & THANK YOU 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 PLEASE & THANK YOU?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to PLEASE & THANK YOU:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Baked Cookies & Dough | $20,000 to $35,000 | $113,000 to $207,000 |
| Roots And Rye | $25,000 | $113,000 to $195,100 |
| Gandolfo's Deli | $9,000 to $25,000 | $112,950 to $549,200 |
| Dippin' Dots | $15,000 | $112,949 to $344,150 |
| Ice Cream Emergency | $30,000 | $117,651 to $133,428 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a PLEASE & THANK YOU franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a PLEASE & THANK YOU franchise ranges from $115,103 to $391,898, including a franchise fee of $49,000, 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 PLEASE & THANK YOU franchise?
PLEASE & THANK YOU lists a minimum of about $35,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many PLEASE & THANK YOU locations are there?
A current US unit count for PLEASE & THANK YOU is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has PLEASE & THANK YOU been franchising?
PLEASE & THANK YOU started offering franchises in 2025 after the company was founded in 2011.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. PLEASE & THANK YOU and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by PLEASE & THANK YOU. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.