How much does a Bruegger's franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $693,800–$1,227,150, including a $35,000 initial franchise fee.

How much do Bruegger's franchise owners make?

Bruegger's discloses little or no earnings data (Item 19) — meaning the franchisor won't put real owner profit in writing. That's a red flag worth questioning.

Is a Bruegger's franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Bruegger's scores F on disclosure honesty, carries about 8.5% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a Bruegger's franchise

Quick Service Restaurant - Bagels · FDD 2024 · from public state filings

FDisclosure honesty

This franchisor discloses little to no earnings data (Item 19).

Investment

$693,800–$1,227,150

Total fees

8.5% of sales

Outlets

181

Closure signals

4 ceased, 1 terminated

Lawsuits

What their own earnings claim actually says

No financial performance representations made. Franchisor does not authorize employees to make oral or written earnings claims.

Honesty grade F: the disclosed numbers are incomplete or framed to look better than an owner's real take-home.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

6 outlet net decline 2023; 3 terminations/non-renewals 2023.

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Bruegger's franchise — frequently asked

How much does a Bruegger's franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $693,800–$1,227,150, including a $35,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do Bruegger's franchise owners make?: Bruegger's discloses little or no earnings data (Item 19) — meaning the franchisor won't put real owner profit in writing. That's a red flag worth questioning.
What is the Bruegger's franchise failure rate?: 6 outlet net decline 2023; 3 terminations/non-renewals 2023.
Is a Bruegger's franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Bruegger's scores F on disclosure honesty, carries about 8.5% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 31316-202404-07 (Clean FDD 2024). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with Bruegger's or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.