Tapville Social franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Tapville Social franchise fee is $44,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $442,200 to $2,500,000, with about $190,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Tapville Social FDD.
What are the Tapville Social franchise fees and investment?
The Tapville Social franchise requires a franchise fee of $44,500 and a total initial investment of $442,200 to $2,500,000. 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) | $44,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $442,200 to $2,500,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $190,000 |
| US locations | 36 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Coffee, Tea, & Drinks) |
| Headquarters | Naperville, Illinois |
| Founded | 2018 |
| Franchising since | 2019 |
How does the Tapville Social investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Tapville Social's minimum investment of $442,200 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 394 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $44,500 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Tapville Social belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Tapville Social FDD?
Verify six parts of the Tapville Social 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 Tapville Social 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 Tapville Social?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Tapville Social:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Dripp | $30,000 | $442,330 to $926,700 |
| Sansai Fresh Japanese Grill | $35,000 | $440,900 to $801,000 |
| Copper Branch | $40,000 | $443,900 to $828,500 |
| The Cheese Course | $40,000 | $440,100 to $835,250 |
| 5 & Diner | $25,000 | $440,000 to $755,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Tapville Social franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Tapville Social franchise ranges from $442,200 to $2,500,000, including a franchise fee of $44,500, 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 Tapville Social franchise?
Tapville Social lists a minimum of about $190,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Tapville Social locations are there?
Tapville Social reported 36 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 Tapville Social been franchising?
Tapville Social started offering franchises in 2019 after the company was founded in 2018.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Tapville Social and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapville Social. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.