Mellow Mushroom is a full service restaurant franchise known for its creative, hand tossed stone baked pizzas and an eclectic, art driven dining atmosphere. Each location features unique decor and a vibrant personality, setting the brand…
Total Investment
$1.6M – $2.4M
Franchise Fee
$50,000
Royalty Rate
5.0% Gross Sales
Total Units
187
Franchising Since
N/A
🌻About Mellow Mushroom® Franchise
Mellow Mushroom is a full service restaurant franchise known for its creative, hand tossed stone baked pizzas and an eclectic, art driven dining atmosphere.
Each location features unique decor and a vibrant personality, setting the brand apart from conventional pizza chains with a one of a kind experience that blends great food with local character and culture.
The franchise fee for Mellow Mushroom is $50,000.
💰Mellow Mushroom® Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1.6M
Average Investment
$2.0M
Maximum Investment
$2.4M
Fee Type
Amount
Notes
Initial Franchise Fee
$50,000
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
5.0% of gross sales
Ongoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad Fund
Up to 3% of
Restaurant’s
Weekly Gross
Sales
(currently 2%)
National brand fund
Total Investment Range
$1,646,000 – $2,438,000
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $1.6M–$2.4M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.0%) and marketing fee (Up to 3% of
Restaurant’s
Weekly Gross
Sales
(currently 2%)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
💵Additional Fees (Item 6)
Fee Type
Amount
Transfer Fee
$5,000
📊Mellow Mushroom® Franchise Earnings — Item 19
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Mellow Mushroom® does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Mellow Mushroom® does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
⚖Mellow Mushroom® Litigation & Risk Flags
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Clean Litigation RecordMellow Mushroom® has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
📈Mellow Mushroom® System Growth
Total Units
187
Franchised
187
Company-Owned
0
Mellow Mushroom® currently operates 187 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
❓Mellow Mushroom® Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Mellow Mushroom® franchise ranges from $1,646,000 to $2,438,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Mellow Mushroom® charges a royalty fee of 5.0% of gross sales, plus a Up to 3% of
Restaurant’s
Weekly Gross
Sales
(currently 2%) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Mellow Mushroom® Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Mellow Mushroom® to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Mellow Mushroom® does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Mellow Mushroom® has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,646,000-$2,438,000, a 5.0% royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $1,646,000 to $2,438,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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Mellow Mushroom®
Total Investment
$1.6M – $2.4M
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$50,000
Royalty5.0%
Marketing FeeUp to 3% of
Restaurant’s
Weekly Gross
Sales
(currently 2%)
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units187
Earnings Claim (Item 19)Yes
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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