Roly Poly franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Roly Poly franchise fee is $22,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $106,550 to $226,700, with about $25,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Roly Poly FDD.
What are the Roly Poly franchise fees and investment?
The Roly Poly franchise requires a franchise fee of $22,500 and a total initial investment of $106,550 to $226,700. 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) | $22,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $106,550 to $226,700 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $25,000 |
| US locations | 24 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Quick Service) |
| Headquarters | Alpharetta, Georgia |
| Founded | 1996 |
| Franchising since | 1997 |
How does the Roly Poly investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Roly Poly's minimum investment of $106,550 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1068 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $22,500 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Roly Poly belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Roly Poly FDD?
Verify six parts of the Roly Poly 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 Roly Poly 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 Roly Poly?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Roly Poly:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| The Boil Daddy | $30,000 | $106,500 to $823,000 |
| Bottoms Up Espresso | $35,100 to $39,000 | $106,100 to $245,300 |
| House of Random | $25,000 | $107,360 to $349,100 |
| Crispy Cones | $35,000 | $105,450 to $274,200 |
| Bevaris Alliance | $25,000 | $108,000 to $165,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Roly Poly franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Roly Poly franchise ranges from $106,550 to $226,700, including a franchise fee of $22,500, 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 Roly Poly franchise?
Roly Poly lists a minimum of about $25,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Roly Poly locations are there?
Roly Poly reported 24 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 Roly Poly been franchising?
Roly Poly started offering franchises in 1997 after the company was founded in 1996.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Roly Poly and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roly Poly. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.