Squeeze In franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Squeeze In franchise fee is $40,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $201,893 to $517,120, with about $55,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Squeeze In FDD.
What are the Squeeze In franchise fees and investment?
The Squeeze In franchise requires a franchise fee of $40,000 and a total initial investment of $201,893 to $517,120. 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) | $40,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $201,893 to $517,120 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $55,000 |
| US locations | 12 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Full-Service) |
| Headquarters | Reno, Nevada |
| Founded | 1974 |
| Franchising since | 2014 |
How does the Squeeze In investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Squeeze In's minimum investment of $201,893 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 832 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $40,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Squeeze In belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Squeeze In FDD?
Verify six parts of the Squeeze In 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 Squeeze In 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 Squeeze In?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Squeeze In:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Travelin' Tom's Coffee | $15,000 | $201,840 to $255,325 |
| Matiki Island B.B.Q. | $35,000 | $201,950 to $318,700 |
| Red's Savoy Pizza | $35,000 to $40,000 | $201,800 to $508,250 |
| Red Brick Pizza | $15,000 to $30,000 | $201,400 to $548,200 |
| Honeymee | $35,000 | $202,500 to $397,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Squeeze In franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Squeeze In franchise ranges from $201,893 to $517,120, including a franchise fee of $40,000, 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 Squeeze In franchise?
Squeeze In lists a minimum of about $55,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Squeeze In locations are there?
Squeeze In reported 12 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 Squeeze In been franchising?
Squeeze In started offering franchises in 2014 after the company was founded in 1974.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Squeeze In and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Squeeze In. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.