How much does a Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $207,450–$648,460, including a $37,000 initial franchise fee.

Is a Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 7% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 4 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) franchise

Gong Cha (Unit Franchise Program) · FDD 2026 · from public state filings

CDisclosure honesty

This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.

★★★☆☆ FranchiseValidate transparency rating: 3/5

Investment

$207,450–$648,460

Total fees

7% of sales

Outlets

Closure signals

15 ceased, 0 terminated

Lawsuits

Is Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) worth it? How it compares to 312 similar franchises

Ongoing fees	7% of sales	lower than most (median 8%)
Startup cost	from $207,450	pricier than 64% of peers
Disclosure honesty	Grade C	typical for the category
Closure rate	39.5% of outlets	worse than 99% of peers
Disclosed lawsuits	4	more litigious than 79% of peers

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What their own earnings claim actually says

2025 data from 222 established stores; average net sales $396,887; median $363,373; range $74,712–$992,695. No audit verification performed.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

15 stores closed in 2025; recent buyouts of master franchises suggest system restructuring.

Legal history (Item 3)

4 matters disclosed.

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Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) franchise — frequently asked

How much does a Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $207,450–$648,460, including a $37,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) franchise owners make?: 2025 data from 222 established stores; average net sales $396,887; median $363,373; range $74,712–$992,695. No audit verification performed. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) franchise failure rate?: 15 stores closed in 2025; recent buyouts of master franchises suggest system restructuring.
Is a Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 7% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 4 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: WI DFI Franchise Registration (2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with Gong cha (Unit Franchise Program) or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.