Sugar Llamas franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Sugar Llamas franchise fee is $30,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $252,400 to $368,200, 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 Sugar Llamas FDD.
What are the Sugar Llamas franchise fees and investment?
The Sugar Llamas franchise requires a franchise fee of $30,000 and a total initial investment of $252,400 to $368,200. 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) | $30,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $252,400 to $368,200 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $55,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Quick Service) |
| Headquarters | Broken Arrow, Oklahoma |
| Founded | 2020 |
| Franchising since | 2024 |
How does the Sugar Llamas investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Sugar Llamas's minimum investment of $252,400 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 704 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $30,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Sugar Llamas belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Sugar Llamas FDD?
Verify six parts of the Sugar Llamas 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 Sugar Llamas 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 Sugar Llamas?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Sugar Llamas:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Pizzava | $27,500 | $251,850 to $523,500 |
| Cream | $30,000 | $251,700 to $380,600 |
| TONCHIN | $40,000 | $251,700 to $570,500 |
| Drnk Coffee + Tea | $40,000 | $253,150 to $637,600 |
| Qwench Juice Bar | $40,000 | $253,150 to $637,600 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Sugar Llamas franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Sugar Llamas franchise ranges from $252,400 to $368,200, including a franchise fee of $30,000, 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 Sugar Llamas franchise?
Sugar Llamas 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 Sugar Llamas locations are there?
A current US unit count for Sugar Llamas is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Sugar Llamas been franchising?
Sugar Llamas started offering franchises in 2024 after the company was founded in 2020.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Sugar Llamas and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sugar Llamas. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.