About KongDog Franchise
KongDog is a specialty food franchise that puts a creative twist on the classic hot dog and corn dog, offering Korean inspired variations and other inventive takes on this beloved American street food.
The brand delivers a fun, craveable menu that appeals to adventurous eaters and families looking for a unique quick service dining experience.
With a franchise fee of $12,500, KongDog provides an affordable investment in the specialty food franchise market.
KongDog Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $12,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5.0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | A minimum of 2% of monthly Gross Revenue per calendar month. $1,000 - $3,000 on | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $750 – $200,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $750–$200K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.0%) and marketing fee (A minimum of 2% of monthly Gross Revenue per calendar month. $1,000 - $3,000 on ) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee1 | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Your Training Expenses2 | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Lease & Utilities deposits 3 | $3,000 | $25,000 |
| Architectural Plans | $3,000 | $15,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements and Construction4 | $10,000 | $200,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, Computers, and Communications System5 | $30,000 | $159,000 |
| Signage6 | $10,000 | $40,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits7 | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| POS System8 | $750 | $1,500 |
| Initial Inventory9 | $30,000 | $70,000 |
| Professional Fees10 | $2,000 | $10,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $75 |
| Technology Fee | $250 |
| Audit Fee | We have the right under the Franchise Agreement to examine your books, records a |
| Late Charge | $100 |
| Interest Charge | 1.5% per month from due date, or maximum allowed by law |
| Non-Sufficient Funds Fee | $75 |
| Successor Fee | $12,500 |
| Relocation Fee | $5,000 |
| Additional Training | $500 |
| Remedial Training Fee | $500 |
| Interim Management Support Fee | 10% of gross revenue earned during the term of interim management, plus travel a |
| Examination of Books and Records | We have the right under the Franchise Agreement to examine your books, records a |
| Evaluation Fee | $250 |
| Quality Review Services | $1,000 |
| Confidential Operating Manual Replacement Fee | $100 |
| Your Training Expenses2 | $3,000 |
| Lease & Utilities deposits 3 | $3,000 |
| Architectural Plans | $3,000 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
KongDog Franchise Earnings — Item 19
KongDog 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.
KongDog 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.
KongDog System Growth
KongDog currently operates 0 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 2 | ||
| 2020 | 2 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 2 | ||
| 2021 | 2 | ||
| 2022 | 2 | ||
| 2022 | 2 | ||
| 2022 | 4 |
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