Pokitomik franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Pokitomik franchise fee is $29,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $123,750 to $287,750, 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 Pokitomik FDD.
What are the Pokitomik franchise fees and investment?
The Pokitomik franchise requires a franchise fee of $29,000 and a total initial investment of $123,750 to $287,750. 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) | $29,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $123,750 to $287,750 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $35,000 |
| US locations | 3 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Quick Service) |
| Headquarters | Simi Valley, California |
| Founded | 2017 |
| Franchising since | 2021 |
How does the Pokitomik investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Pokitomik's minimum investment of $123,750 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1026 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $29,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Pokitomik belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Pokitomik FDD?
Verify six parts of the Pokitomik 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 Pokitomik 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 Pokitomik?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Pokitomik:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Eight Turn Crepe | $40,000 | $123,350 to $347,500 |
| Twisted Sugar | $20,000 | $123,330 to $234,600 |
| The Italian Place | $30,000 | $124,470 to $351,900 |
| Bareburger | $10,000 to $50,000 | $123,000 to $1,550,500 |
| Vicious Biscuit | $40,000 | $122,785 to $174,285 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Pokitomik franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Pokitomik franchise ranges from $123,750 to $287,750, including a franchise fee of $29,000, 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 Pokitomik franchise?
Pokitomik 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 Pokitomik locations are there?
Pokitomik reported 3 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 Pokitomik been franchising?
Pokitomik started offering franchises in 2021 after the company was founded in 2017.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Pokitomik and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Pokitomik. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.