About Kilwins Chocolates Franchise
Kilwins Chocolates Franchise, Inc.
offers the opportunity to operate a Kilwins Full Line Chocolates, Confectionery & Ice Cream Store or a Kilwins Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop.
Franchisees specialize in selling Kilwins' approved hand-crafted chocolates, original recipe ice cream, fudge, and other confections, often crafting items in-store.
Kilwins Chocolates Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$555K
Average Investment
$648K
Maximum Investment
$741K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Monthly of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 3% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $554,692 – $740,857 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $555K–$741K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Monthly) and marketing fee (3% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Payment When Due is Made Initial franchise | $30,000 | $20,000 |
| Sum sign the Franchise Agmt Plans and | $268,340 | $155,108 |
| to As As Contractor Construction | $416,687 | $224,286 |
| Construction | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| to Lump sum Upon KCF Deposit or | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Franchisee Build Addendum, as applicable Equipment | $131,166 | $47,245 |
| Opening Approved Suppliers, or KCF Computer | $14,169 | $14,169 |
| Inventory | $30,646 | $15,896 |
| to Lump sum Before Vendors or Awnings | $27,179 | $12,015 |
| Payment When Due is Made Advertising | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Incurred Arranged Providers Insurance | $519 | $1,669 |
| Arranged Arranged Providers Training | $5,066 | $250 |
| restaurants Business | $25 | $111 |
| Agencies, providers Professional | $750 | $756 |
| Incurred Arranged Providers Additional | $8,000 | $20,000 |
| Security | $475 | $210 |
| Build Store, range from | $203 | $362 |
| Architect fees included in this range varied from | $9,929 | $27,000 |
| For a Shop, the estimate includes a | $5,000 | $12,000 |
| Costs without sales tax range from | $131,166 | $185,699 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $30,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer financing. |
Kilwins Chocolates Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$2.5M
Revenue Range
$260K – $2.5M
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Kilwins Chocolates Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordKilwins Chocolates 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.
Kilwins Chocolates System Growth
Total Units
169
Franchised
164
Company-Owned
5
Kilwins Chocolates currently operates 164 franchised locations and 5 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Kilwins Chocolates Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Kilwins Chocolates franchise ranges from $554,692 to $740,857, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Kilwins Chocolates charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Monthly of gross sales, plus a 3% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Kilwins Chocolates 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 Kilwins Chocolates to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Kilwins Chocolates franchise owners report average revenue of $2.5M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Kilwins Chocolates has been franchising since 2013. The FDD shows an investment range of $554,692-$740,857, a 5% of Gross Monthly 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 $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $554,692 to $740,857 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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