About Flamin Feathers Franchise
Flamin Feathers is a restaurant franchise concept entering the market in 2025 with a focus on bold, flavor forward chicken dishes.
The brand brings a fresh take to the competitive quick service chicken segment, offering a menu built around signature spice profiles and high quality ingredients.
The franchise fee for a Flamin Feathers location is $35,000.
Flamin Feathers Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Revenues (Local Advertising); Up to 1% of Gross Revenues (National Advertising Fee, not in effect now) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $260,000 – $510,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $260K–$510K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Revenues (Local Advertising); Up to 1% of Gross Revenues (National Advertising Fee, not in effect now)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses to Attend Initial Training (Note 2) | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements (Note 3) | $75,000 | $200,000 |
| Rent and Security Deposit-3 mos. (Note 4) | $9,000 | $15,000 |
| Signage (Note 5) | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (Note 6) | $60,000 | $100,000 |
| Computer Hardware and Software (Note 7) | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Initial Inventory and Supplies (Note 8) | $12,000 | $20,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising (Note 9) | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Payroll (Note 10) | $30,000 | $60,000 |
| Insurance (Note 11) | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Professional Fees (Note 12) | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Utilities-3 mos. (Note 13) | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Additional Funds-90 days (Note 14) | $15,000 | $40,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 for a transfer of the franchise or a majority interest in it; $2,500 upon transfer of minority interest. |
| Renewal Fee | $2,500 |
| Technology Fee | Approximately $500 per month plus transaction costs (Third party software fees); Approximately $75 - $100 per month (E-mail Fee) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of Audit plus $50 per month Late Fee on any late payment |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $3,000 - $5,000 |
| Update Training Fee | $250 per attendee |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $50 per transaction |
| Relocation Fee | $5,000 |
| Annual Convention Fee | Up to $350 per attendee |
| Testing/ Inspection Fees to Approve a Supplier | $100/hour plus any costs incurred |
| Late fee | $50 per month |
| Customer Refunds | The amount of any fee we refund to a customer |
| Assistance Fee in the event of death or incapacity | Our reasonable expenses plus 10% of Gross Revenues for the period in which we operate or assist in the operation of the Franchised Business. |
| Sales, Excise, or Gross Receipts tax | Actual amount of tax paid |
| Third party charges that we incur on your behalf | Actual amount of charge |
| Indemnity | Actual loss sustained |
| Attorney Fees and Costs | Actual amount incurred |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 40 hours |
| Classroom Training | 5 Hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 35 Hours |
| Training Location | at one of our Affiliate locations in New Jersey or another franchisor training center we designate. |
| Additional Training | We may elect to offer and require you to attend, either live or electronically, additional training and seminars that we may offer. We may charge up to $250 per person trained per day, plus any expenses we incur to provide this training. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | minimum population of a 3 mile radius around your outlet. |
| Description | specific geographic region that we define and approve by zip codes, natural, or political boundaries as set forth on Schedule 1 to the Franchise Agreement. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | successive terms |
| Renewal Fee | $2,500 |
| Renewal Conditions | Can be renewed for successive terms if you are in compliance with your Franchise Agreement (“Agreement”). To renew, you must exercise a general release of all claims, notify us in writing at least 180 days before the expiration of the Agreement, and sign our then current Agreement, which may contain materially different terms and conditions than your original contract. |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 for a transfer of the franchise or a majority interest in it; $2,500 upon transfer of minority interest. |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor approval required. Conditions include being current in monetary obligations, in full compliance with the Agreement, executing required forms, providing proposed transfer documents, transferee meeting franchisor criteria, completing initial training, complying with post-termination provisions, obtaining necessary licenses/permits, obtaining lessor approval, and the transfer complying with all applicable laws. The purchase price and terms must not be burdensome to the transferee. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate if franchisee defaults. Curable defaults (30 days to cure) include violating the Agreement, Manual, other agreements, or owing monies more than 30 days past due. Non-curable defaults include failing initial training, failing to obtain site approval or open on time, relocating without approval, becoming insolvent, material law violation, abandoning business for 3+ days, materially false Franchise Application, fraud, uncured default of other agreement, failing to pay suppliers >$3,000 for >60 days, failing to permit inspection/audit, or 3+ breaches within 12 months. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2-year period after the termination, expiration, or non-renewal |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the Agreement, franchisee may not directly or indirectly offer a fast casual Restaurant offering cuisine the same or similar to that offered through this Franchise Agreement in the United States or its Territories. For 2 years after termination/expiration, franchisee may not compete or solicit customers in the Territory or within 25 miles of the Territory (or any other outlet of ours). |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | You are required to participate personally in the direct operation of the Franchised Business or have a Designated Manager who attends and successfully completes our initial training to our satisfaction. Any replacement Designated Manager must also attend and successfully complete our initial training to our satisfaction. Any Designated Manager must also sign a Confidentiality and Non-Compete Agreement as we may specify. A Designated Manager is not required to have any equity interest in the franchisee’s business. You and any Designated Manager must pass a background check. All owners of this franchise must guarantee the obligations under the Franchise Agreement. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must use advertising material from the franchisor or approved vendors, approved bookkeepers and accountants, specified computer hardware and software, and purchase furniture, fixtures, and equipment according to specifications. Insurance must be obtained as specified. Initial supply of uniforms, logoed cups, and logoed bags must be purchased from the franchisor. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase uniforms, logoed cups, and logoed bags from the franchisor (the only approved supplier). For other items, franchisees may propose alternative suppliers, subject to franchisor approval and a testing/inspection fee of $100/hour plus costs. The franchisor issues and modifies specifications through the Operations Manual or bulletins. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In our last fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, did not earn revenue or other material consideration from required purchases or leases by franchisees. In our last fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, none of our affiliates revenue or other material consideration from required purchases or leases by franchisees. |
Flamin Feathers Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Flamin Feathers 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.
Flamin Feathers 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.
Flamin Feathers System Growth
Flamin Feathers currently operates 0 franchised locations and 3 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Audited by Metwally CPA PLLC for year ending December 31.
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