About CityBird Franchise
CityBird is a fast casual restaurant franchise specializing in freshly prepared chicken tenders, chicken tender sandwiches, salads, and sides.
The menu features proprietary chef created marinades and sauces that set the brand apart from typical chicken restaurants.
Locations serve customers both on premises and off premises.
CityBird Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$288K
Average Investment
$620K
Maximum Investment
$952K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $287,500 – $952,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $288K–$952K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee 1 | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Travel/Living Expenses While Training2 | $500 | $10,000 |
| Real Estate Security Deposit and Rent (3 months)3 | $0 | $45,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements4 | $150,000 | $500,000 |
| Architecture, Engineering & Buildout Management5 | $5,000 | $20,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment & Smallwares6 | $50,000 | $225,000 |
| Interior & Exterior Signage7 | $5,000 | $25,000 |
| Business Management and Technology System8 | $8,000 | $10,000 |
| Licenses and Permits9 (Not including liquor license) | $500 | $3,000 |
| Legal and Accounting10 | $2,000 | $7,500 |
| Utility Deposits11 | $0 | $3,500 |
| Insurance12 | $500 | $3,000 |
| Initial Inventory of Food & Packaging Products13 | $6,000 | $10,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Expenditure14 | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months)15 | $20,000 | $50,000 |
| Total16 | $287,500 | $952,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
CityBird Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$1.1M
Revenue Range
$2.1M – $1.0M
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
CityBird Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCityBird 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.
CityBird System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
CityBird currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 4 | ||
| 2021 | 4 | ||
| 2022 | 2 | ||
| 2022 | 4 | ||
| 2022 | 6 | ||
| 2023 | 2 | ||
| 2023 | 5 | ||
| 2023 | 7 |
CityBird Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a CityBird franchise ranges from $287,500 to $952,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $30,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
CityBird charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the CityBird 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 CityBird to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, CityBird franchise owners report average revenue of $1.1M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
CityBird has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $287,500-$952,000, a N/A 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 $30,000 and the total investment ranges from $287,500 to $952,000 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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