Sushi Avenue franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Sushi Avenue franchise fee is $1,000 to $20,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $64,799 to $12,438,497, with about $630,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Sushi Avenue FDD.
What are the Sushi Avenue franchise fees and investment?
The Sushi Avenue franchise requires a franchise fee of $1,000 to $20,000 and a total initial investment of $64,799 to $12,438,497. 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) | $1,000 to $20,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $64,799 to $12,438,497 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $630,000 |
| US locations | 228 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Eagan, Minnesota |
| Founded | 2005 |
| Franchising since | 2023 |
How does the Sushi Avenue investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Sushi Avenue's minimum investment of $64,799 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1138 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $1,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
What should you verify in the Sushi Avenue FDD?
Verify six parts of the Sushi Avenue 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 Sushi Avenue 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 Sushi Avenue?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Sushi Avenue:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Woops! | $40,000 to $45,000 | $64,875 to $400,675 |
| Vino 100 | $0 to $30,000 | $65,000 to $430,825 |
| Southern Maid Donuts | $5,000 | $64,500 to $234,500 |
| Dirt Juicery | $29,900 | $64,350 to $433,000 |
| Totally Nutz | $27,500 | $66,372 to $229,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Sushi Avenue franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Sushi Avenue franchise ranges from $64,799 to $12,438,497, including a franchise fee of $1,000 to $20,000, 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 Sushi Avenue franchise?
Sushi Avenue lists a minimum of about $630,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Sushi Avenue locations are there?
Sushi Avenue reported 228 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 Sushi Avenue been franchising?
Sushi Avenue started offering franchises in 2023 after the company was founded in 2005.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Sushi Avenue and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sushi Avenue. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.