About Atomium Franchise
Waffle Cabin, operated by Atomium, Inc., is a quick serve franchise specializing in authentic Belgian sugar waffles and warm beverages including coffee, tea, and hot cocoa.
The brand has been franchising since 2012 and offers both fixed restaurant locations and mobile trailer or truck formats, giving operators flexibility in how they serve customers.
The franchise fee is $23,500, and the concept targets high traffic destinations like ski resorts, malls, stadiums, and busy urban areas.
Atomium Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $23,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $93,450 – $225,700 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $93K–$226K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Agreement Delayed Opening | $0 | $15,000 |
| Leasehold | $30,000 | $100,000 |
| Equipment, | $21,000 | $30,000 |
| Lump Sum Prior to Opening Approved Suppliers Initial Inventory - | $2,588 | $2,798 |
| Initial Inventory - | $1,612 | $3,052 |
| Point-of-Sale | $1,250 | $1,750 |
| Travel, lodging and | $0 | $3,500 |
| Licenses and | $250 | $1,000 |
| Agencies Professional Fees | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Franchise Agreement Delayed Opening | $0 | $15,000 |
| Us Agreement/Prior to Opening Initial Inventory - | $2,468 | $2,678 |
| Initial Inventory - | $1,532 | $2,922 |
| Point-of-Sale | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Travel, lodging and | $0 | $3,500 |
| Licenses and | $250 | $1,000 |
| Agencies Professional Fees | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Other Expenditures | $63,950 | $202,200 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | No specific financing arrangements disclosed. |
Atomium Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Atomium Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Atomium System Growth
Atomium currently operates 47 franchised locations and 33 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
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