
Vicious Biscuit Restaurant Franchise Cost
WE Know Good Biscuit People
This may be our first biscuit revolution but it’s not our first rodeo. Our team has played integral roles in the massive success of brands like McAllister’s, Chick-Fil-A, Marco’s Pizza and YUM! Brands to name a few. In short, we know what it takes to succeed in restaurant franchising.
As you’ve seen from our biscuit basic training, most things about the Vicious Biscuit franchise can be taught.
That said, here are a few big pluses to have in your back pocket:
- Prior experience in the restaurant industry
- Experience in customer-facing industries like hospitality or event planning
- A passion for serving others and creating memorable experiences
- An ability to maintain a positive work culture
- Experience managing multiple units is ideal but not a deal breaker
Our ideal franchise candidate will also fit these financial requirements:
- $500k liquid capital
- $1 million net worth
- Initial Franchise Fee: $40,000 plus $5,000 Development Services Fee
- Estimated Initial Investment: $799,000 to $1,317,000
How does your initial investment break down?
Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | Remit Payment To |
---|---|---|---|---|
Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | Lump sum | Upon signing Franchise Agreement | Us |
Development Services Fee | $5,000 | Lump Sum | Upon Signing Franchise Agreement | Us |
Construction (includes permits) | $375,000 to $655,000 | As incurred | As incurred | Contractors |
Equipment | $178,000 to $280,000 | Lump sum | Before Opening | Vendors, Approved Suppliers |
Point of Sale/ Computer/ IT Systems | $20,000 to $30,000 | Lump sum | Before Opening | Vendors, Approved Suppliers |
Signage | $20,000 to $30,000 | As arranged | As arranged | Vendors |
Opening Advertising | $20,000 | As arranged | As arranged | Vendors |
Inventory and start-up supplies | $20,000 to $40,000 | Lump sum | Before Opening | Us, Vendors, Approved Suppliers |
Insurance | $7,500 to $10,000 | As arranged | As arranged | Insurance Providers |
Training Expenses | $30,000 to $50,000 | As incurred | As incurred | Airlines, hotels, restaurants |
Business Licenses | $5,000 to $10,000 | As incurred | As incurred | Govt agencies, providers |
Architect and Professional Fees | $20,000 to $30,000 | As incurred | As arranged | Service providers |
Additional Funds (3 months) | $50,000 to $100,000 | As incurred | As incurred | Employees, vendors, utilities |
Security / Utility Deposits | $2,500 to $5,000 | As arranged | As arranged | Lender, Approved Suppliers |
Total Estimated Initial Investment | $799,000 to $1,317,000 |
More information is available under Item 7 of our franchise disclosure document (FDD). Please also thoroughly review the ongoing fees in Item 6 of our FDD.
Have more investment questions?
We’re sure you do! Rest assured our franchise process includes a thorough review of our FDD with members of our franchise team. But for now, please feel free to start with our list of frequently asked questions.
There are Biscuits in your Future
We’re looking to expand our biscuit revolution nationwide with like-minded operators and qualified entrepreneurial pioneers. Whether you’re eager to start your own business or want to add a new investment to your portfolio, we offer one vicious breakfast franchise opportunity.
This information is not intended as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for information purposes only.
Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. Within the U.S., we offer franchises solely by means of our Franchise Disclosure Document. There are also countries outside the U.S. that have laws governing the offer and sale of franchises. If you are a resident of one of these states or countries, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with the applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements.
1. Please see item 19 of our 2025 FDD for the relevant details.
2. “Prime Costs” reflects the 2024 average Gross Sales of our 6 corporate locations.. Please refer to Item 19 of our 2025 FDD for the relevant details.
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4. More information is available under Item 7 of our 2025 FDD. Please also thoroughly review the ongoing fees in Item 6 of our FDD.