IDEAL CANDIDATE
Are You the Ideal Candidate to Own a Grain & Berry Franchise?
Experience running or owning a business. (Restaurant experience would be even better, but isn't required.)
Organized and ready to grow. We'll provide you with the program, you'll just need to be willing to implement.
We recommend at least $250K net worth; $100K in liquid assets to properly open a Grain & Berry franchise.
Grain & Berry is dedicated to providing all our franchisees with the tools and infrastructure for success. An ideal franchise owner would bring…
Experience running or owning a business. (Restaurant experience would be even better, but isn't required.)
Organized and ready to grow. We'll provide you with the program, you'll just need to be willing to implement.
We recommend at least $450K net worth; $200,000 in liquid assets to properly open a Grain & Berry franchise.
Typical Investment Breakdown *
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Franchise Fee This fee is for a single location. A System Development Program is in place for multi-unit purchases with discounted fees. |
$49,500 |
| Construction Management Fee A 3rd party company will manage the buildout of your restaurant. |
$1,500 - $1,500 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Online marketing costs for promoting the Grand Opening. |
$4,000-$4,000 |
| Real Estate Lease Deposit If required as a part of lease execution or to secure the lease signing. |
$6,000 - $13,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements Depends on existing infrastructure, age of space, construction cost, size, and type of space. |
$150,000 - $550,000 |
| Licenses, Architectural, and Engineering Fees Estimated architectural fees for basic location buildout. |
$5,000 - $15,000 |
| Construction Management Travel Reimbursement for site visits by the construction manager. |
$0 - $2,000 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses During Training Travel, meals, and lodging for training. |
$1,000 - $5,000 |
| Restaurant Equipment Purchase Deposit and Initial Payment depending on lease or purchase. |
$0 - $80,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Non-Kitchen Equipment Includes booths, chairs, tables, and other furnishings. |
$15,000 - $25,000 |
| Computer System Includes POS system, security, and video systems. |
$2,000 - $3,000 |
| Signage Includes installation of signs and displays. |
$6,000 - $15,000 |
| Initial Inventory and Supplies Initial opening inventory (perishable and non-perishable). |
$3,000 - $30,000 |
| Employee Salaries – 3 months Depends on location and state minimum wage. |
$9,000 - $25,000 |
| Local Advertising & Promotions Initial marketing and grand opening promotions. |
$16,000 - $22,000 |
| Insurance – 3 months Includes professional liability and worker’s compensation. |
$1,000 - $1,500 |
| Additional Funds For miscellaneous or unexpected costs. |
$14,000 - $44,000 |
| TOTAL INVESTMENT *Based on calendar year 2025. This information appears in Item 7 of our Franchise Disclosure Document. | $283,000 – $915,500 |
Ready For More Information?
Fill out the Franchise Inquiry form below and we will send you the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
* Indicates a required field