About Handy Pantry Franchise
Handy Pantry is a convenience store franchise offering a neighborhood friendly retail concept focused on everyday essentials, snacks, beverages, and household items.
Based in New York, the brand operates under the Handy Pantry Friendly Food Stores name and serves communities that value a conveniently located shop for quick, everyday purchases.
The franchise fee for a Handy Pantry location is $25,000.
Handy Pantry Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$141K
Average Investment
$178K
Maximum Investment
$216K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 2.5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $140,750 – $216,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $141K–$216K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The ongoing royalty fee is 2.5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (1) | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements (2) | $0 | $0 |
| Equipment Lease – 3 Months (3) | $7,500 | $22,500 |
| Rental – 3 Months (4) | $11,250 | $37,500 |
| Initial Inventory (5) | $60,000 | $75,000 |
| Security Deposits (6) | $0 | $3,000 |
| Insurance – 3 Months (7) | $1,500 | $6,000 |
| Training Expenses (9) | $0 | $5,000 |
| Permits and Licenses (11) | $500 | $2,000 |
| Additional Funds (12) | $35,000 | $40,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Gross Revenue means all of your revenue (and ancillary revenue) from operating t |
| Audit Fee | Due if you do not give us reports, supporting records, or other required informa |
| Bookkeeping Fee | 1.5% of Gross Revenue |
| Equipment Lease | $2,500 |
| Rent | $15 |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $100 |
| Abandonment | $50,000 |
| Interest | Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest commercial contract interest rate law allows |
| Maintenance | $500 |
| Leasehold Improvements (2) | $0 |
| Equipment Lease – 3 Months (3) | $7,500 |
| Rental – 3 Months (4) | $11,250 |
| Initial Inventory (5) | $60,000 |
| Security Deposits (6) | $0 |
| Insurance – 3 Months (7) | $1,500 |
| Training Expenses (9) | $0 |
| Permits and Licenses (11) | $500 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 1 hours classroom, 1 hours on-the-job |
| Classroom Training | 1 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 1 hours |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | Renewable for five years or the term of the renewal lease, subject to contractual requirements |
Handy Pantry Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Handy Pantry 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.
Handy Pantry 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.
Handy Pantry Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordHandy Pantry 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.
Handy Pantry System Growth
Total Units
9
Franchised
9
Company-Owned
0
Handy Pantry currently operates 9 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 9 | ||
| 2020 | 2 | ||
| 2020 | 11 | ||
| 2021 | 10 | ||
| 2021 | 1 | ||
| 2021 | 11 | ||
| 2022 | 10 | ||
| 2022 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 11 |
Handy Pantry Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Handy Pantry franchise ranges from $140,750 to $216,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $25,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Handy Pantry charges a royalty fee of 2.5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Handy Pantry 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 Handy Pantry to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Handy Pantry 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.
Handy Pantry has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $140,750-$216,000, a 2.5% of Gross Revenue 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 $25,000 and the total investment ranges from $140,750 to $216,000 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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