About Rock N Roll Sushi Franchise
Rock N Roll Sushi is a rock-and-roll music themed sushi restaurant franchise that offers the public high-quality food and beverages of a distinctive character and quality.
Franchisees operate a restaurant serving lunch and dinner to the general public, featuring a unique menu of sushi rolls, other Japanese-inspired dishes, and beverages including beer and wine.
The restaurants are designed with a distinctive rock-and-roll décor, color scheme, and furnishings that create an energetic dining atmosphere appealing to a broad customer base.
Rock N Roll Sushi Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$232K
Average Investment
$454K
Maximum Investment
$675K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $36,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1.5% of Gross Revenues | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $232,000 – $675,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $232K–$675K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (1.5% of Gross Revenues) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $36,000 | $36,000 |
| Real Estate Rent Deposits and Pre-Paid Expenses | $6,000 | $20,000 |
| Architectural and Engineering Fees, Blueprints, Plans, and Permits | $4,000 | $12,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, and Décor | $50,000 | $150,000 |
| Construction of Leasehold Improvements | $75,000 | $325,000 |
| Grand Opening and Initial Marketing | $7,500 | $10,000 |
| Inventory and Supplies | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Office Equipment, TV, Cameras, and other Supplies | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Utility Deposits, Business Licenses, Liquor License and Permits | $1,500 | $7,500 |
| Insurance | $2,500 | $10,000 |
| Computer (POS) System and Software | $5,000 | $8,000 |
| Signage | $7,500 | $25,000 |
| Travel Expenses & In Store Training | $15,000 | $21,500 |
| Accountant and Attorney Fees | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $10,000 | $25,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Fee | $18,000 |
| Technology Fee | $250 to $400 per month (TOAST POS) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection plus underpayment plus interest |
| Local Advertising | 1.5% of Gross Revenues (recommended) |
| Relocation Fee | $5,000 |
| Interest | Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest commercial contract interest rate |
| Operations Manual Replacement | $250 |
| Maintenance and Repair of Business | Varies - reimburse franchisor expenses |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $75 |
| Management Fee | $250 per person per day plus costs and expenses |
| Additional Training/Assistance | $100 per person per day at franchisor location, $250 per person per day at franchisee location |
| Refurbishment of Equipment | At least $15,000 every 5th year |
| Testing of Products or Approval of New Suppliers | Not to exceed $1,000 |
| Insurance | Reimburse franchisor costs and expenses |
| Indemnification | Will vary |
| Liquidated Damages | Average Royalty Fees for last 12 months multiplied by lesser of 18 or months remaining in term |
| Cost of Enforcement | All costs including reasonable attorneys' fees |
| Taxes | Amount of taxes |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 57 hours classroom, 110 hours on-the-job |
| Classroom Training | 57 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 110 hours |
| Training Location | Destin, FL or a designated training location |
| Additional Training | Periodic refresher training programs conducted at designated locations or by webinar. Additional training may last up to 2 weeks. No more than 2 in-person programs per calendar year, not exceeding 4 full days total. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Typically a 1-mile radius around your location |
| Description | You are awarded a protected marketing territory determined on a case-by-case basis based on population, competition, traffic patterns, proximity to major roads, demographics, available parking, market penetration, and other conditions. The franchisor cannot license another person or entity to operate a Franchised Business within your Territory during the term. However, the franchisor retains rights to sell branded products through alternative channels of distribution in your territory and to operate restaurants outside your territory including in close proximity. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | $18,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Must have fully complied with the Franchise Agreement provisions, made capital expenditures to maintain uniformity, satisfied all monetary obligations, not be in default, given timely written notice of intent to renew, sign current Franchise Agreement (which may have materially different terms), comply with current qualifications and training requirements, sign a general release, and pay renewal fee of $18,000. |
| Transfer Fee | 50% to 75% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee (50% if transferring to existing Rock N Roll Sushi franchisee, 75% if transferring to non-franchisee) |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor must approve the transfer. Conditions include: franchisor has not exercised right of first refusal, all obligations owed to franchisor are paid, transferee signs general release, transferee meets business and financial standards, transferee signs then-current Franchise Agreement, transfer fee paid, transferee completes initial training program. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for curable defaults (30 days to cure for most, 10 days for insurance, 5 days for payment defaults) and non-curable defaults (failure to timely establish and open, failure to complete training, failure to maintain licenses for more than 3 business days, material misrepresentation, felony conviction, abandonment for 5+ consecutive days, unauthorized transfer, health/safety violations, etc.) |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | For 2 years after termination or expiration, you may not offer competitive business services or sell approved products within 10 miles of the Franchised Business or any other Rock N Roll Sushi Restaurant business, or of any other Franchisor owned business, or planned expansion thereof; or solicit or influence any customers, employees, or business associates. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | If you are a corporation, partnership or LLC, you must have an individual owner serve as your Operating Principal who must own at least 5% of the voting and ownership interests. If the Operating Principal will not supervise the business on a full-time and daily basis, you must employ a full-time Manager. Your personal supervision is not required if the Manager has completed the required training program. |
| Required Suppliers | Must purchase all Rock N Roll Sushi brand products from franchisor. Must purchase proprietary products from franchisor or approved suppliers. Sysco is an approved supplier for most proprietary and non-proprietary products. Must use TOAST POS system. Must purchase from approved suppliers for inventory, supplies, equipment, and other items. |
| Supply Restrictions | Approximately 90% of initial expenditures and 60% of ongoing expenditures must be purchased from franchisor, affiliates, or approved suppliers according to standards and specifications. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $197,655 in fiscal year ending December 31, 2022, equaling 4.2% of total revenue of $4,131,925. Revenue derived from negotiated contract prices and Sysco rebates. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation. |
Rock N Roll Sushi Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$1.2M
Median Revenue
$1.1M
Revenue Range
$404K – $2.0M
Sample Size
45 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Rock N Roll Sushi Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordRock N Roll Sushi has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD.
Bankruptcy History DisclosedA bankruptcy disclosure is present in this FDD.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Rock N Roll Sushi System Growth
Total Units
61
Franchised
58
Company-Owned
3
Rock N Roll Sushi currently operates 58 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 11 | 1 | 45 |
| 2021 | 7 | 1 | 50 |
| 2022 | 11 | 1 | 58 |
Transfers: 2 | Closures: 1
State Registrations
Registered in 15 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Rock N Roll Sushi Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Rock N Roll Sushi franchise ranges from $232,000 to $675,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $36,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Rock N Roll Sushi charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 1.5% of Gross Revenues contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Rock N Roll Sushi 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 Rock N Roll Sushi to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Rock N Roll Sushi franchise owners report average revenue of $1.2M and median revenue of $1.1M. This is based on a sample of 45 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Rock N Roll Sushi has been franchising since 2020. The FDD shows an investment range of $232,000-$675,000, a 6% of Gross Revenues 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 $36,000 and the total investment ranges from $232,000 to $675,000 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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