About NHC Franchise
Nashville Hot Chicken is a fast casual restaurant franchise operated by NHC Franchise Company LLC, a California based company formed in 2020.
The brand serves Nashville style hot chicken and related menu items, capitalizing on the nationwide popularity of spicy, Southern inspired comfort food.
The franchise fee ranges from $15,000 to $44,000 depending on the location and format.
NHC Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$126K
Average Investment
$185K
Maximum Investment
$245K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15,000 to $44,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Gross Revenues, currently not assessed | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $125,650 – $244,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $126K–$245K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Gross Revenues, currently not assessed) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements (Note 2) | $20,000 | $60,000 |
| Lease Deposits and Rent – Three Months (Note 3) | $6,000 | $24,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (TV, Cameras) (Note 4) | $21,500 | $39,500 |
| Signage (Note 5) | $3,500 | $7,000 |
| Uniforms | $550 | $1,500 |
| Computer, Software, and Point of Sale System (Note 6) | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing (Note 7) | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Initial Inventory (Note 8) | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| Utility Deposits (Note 9) | $500 | $2,000 |
| Insurance Deposits – Three Months (Note 10) | $600 | $1,500 |
| Travel for Initial Training (Note 11) | $2,000 | $4,500 |
| Professional Fees (Note 12) | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Licenses and | $2,000 | $4,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | The greater of 30% of our then current initial franchise fee or 5% of the sales |
| Renewal Fee | 30% of the then current franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | $3,000 |
| Audit Fee | Due if you do not give us reports, supporting records or other required informat |
| National Franchise Convention Fee | $500 |
| Owners’ Manual Replacement Fee | $250 |
| Additional Training or Assistance | $250 |
| Testing of Products or Approval of new Suppliers | $1,000 |
| Interest | Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest commercial contract interest rate law allows |
| Insufficient Funds | $75 |
| Management Fee | $250 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements (Note 2) | $20,000 |
| Lease Deposits and Rent – Three Months (Note 3) | $6,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (TV, Cameras) (Note 4) | $21,500 |
| Signage (Note 5) | $3,500 |
| Uniforms | $550 |
| Grand Opening Marketing (Note 7) | $1,000 |
| Initial Inventory (Note 8) | $5,000 |
| Utility Deposits (Note 9) | $500 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 6 hours classroom, 38 hours on-the-job |
| Classroom Training | 6 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 38 hours |
| Training Location | Online |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | If you are in good standing, and have met the conditions set forth in row (c), below, you have the right to renew the Franchise Agreement for one 10 year term (or the length of your then current lease |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
NHC Franchise Earnings — Item 19
NHC 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.
NHC 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.
NHC Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordNHC 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.
NHC System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
NHC currently operates 0 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 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
NHC Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a NHC franchise ranges from $125,650 to $244,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $15,000 to $44,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
NHC charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of Gross
Revenues, currently not
assessed contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the NHC 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 NHC to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
NHC 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.
NHC has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $125,650-$244,500, a 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 $15,000 to $44,000 and the total investment ranges from $125,650 to $244,500 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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