About Roni's Mac Bar Franchise
Roni's Mac Bar is a fast-casual restaurant franchise featuring build-your-own mac and cheese and other menu items.
Franchisees operate a retail restaurant location, typically a 300 to 2,000 square foot standalone building or space within a shopping center or food hall.
The target customers are all people, with persons between the ages of 18 to 24 being the largest demographic, including college students.
Roni's Mac Bar Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$139K
Average Investment
$178K
Maximum Investment
$218K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5.9% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | None required | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $138,750 – $217,800 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $139K–$218K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.9% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (None required) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,000 | $49,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $7,000 | $35,000 |
| Real Estate/Rent | $5,000 | $16,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $0 | $1,500 |
| Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment | $30,000 | $50,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $5,000 | $7,000 |
| Insurance | $250 | $400 |
| Signage | $7,500 | $14,000 |
| Office Equipment & Supplies | $200 | $400 |
| Computer Equipment (Hardware, Software, POS System, etc.) | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Pre-Opening Expenses | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Training | $0 | $1,000 |
| Marketing | $7,000 | $7,000 |
| Licenses & Permits | $200 | $500 |
| Legal & Accounting | $600 | $1,000 |
| Additional Funds - three months | $25,000 | $30,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $20,000 (Franchise Agreement); $10,000 (Area Development Agreement) |
| Renewal Fee | $20,000 or $10,000 where Franchise Agreement was signed pursuant to an Area Development Agreement |
| Audit Fee | All costs of inspection and audit |
| Late Fees | $100 |
| Interest | 18% per annum |
| Insurance | Amount of premium paid by franchisor plus 20% |
| Delinquent Report Submission | $10 per day |
| Additional Training and Conventions | $400 per day plus travel expenses; $400 per attendee for additional training |
| Interim Franchise Royalty Fees | Franchisor's then-current Royalty Fee plus 2% |
| Relocation Fee | Reimbursement of Franchisor's costs and expenses |
| Supplier Approval | Reimbursement of costs and expenses |
| Step-In Right Expenses | Franchisor's personnel and administrative and travel costs plus 15% of Gross Revenues |
| System Standard Violation | All costs of inspection and audit |
| Cost of Enforcement | Cost including attorney fees |
| Indemnification | Cost including attorney fees |
| Sales/Use Taxes | Amount of federal, state, and local taxes levied on Royalty Fees |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Up to 2 weeks |
| Classroom Training | 3 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 52 hours |
| Training Location | Waco, Texas (in-person and virtual) |
| Additional Training | May provide additional training programs at reasonable times and locations during Franchise Agreement term. National conventions hosted at times and locations selected by franchisor. Current fee for replacement and new managers is $400 per attendee. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Geographical area encompassing a population of 100,000 persons |
| Description | You are granted a territory which is a geographical area encompassing a population of 100,000 persons. You may only sell and accept orders from the Site and only advertise, solicit, and offer to sell within the Territory. The franchisor reserves the right to operate or license others outside the Territory, sell through alternate channels, operate in Special Venues within or outside the Territory, and service Special Accounts. The franchisor will not establish the same Roni's Mac Bar Model Concept under the Roni's Mac Bar Marks within the Territory during the Term, provided franchisee is in compliance. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | $20,000 or $10,000 where Franchise Agreement was signed pursuant to an Area Development Agreement |
| Renewal Conditions | Must give written notice between 6 months to 1 year prior to end of term; must not be in default; must have complied with all terms; must remain in possession of Site or suitable substitute location; must refurbish to then-current standards; must sign then-current franchise agreement; must pay Renewal Fee; must comply with then-current qualifications and training requirements |
| Transfer Fee | $20,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | All outstanding obligations must be paid; transferee must sign written assumption; transferee must meet Roni's Mac Bar standards; transferee must sign then-current franchise agreement; transferee must complete initial training; transfer fee must be paid; franchisor has right of first refusal |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate with 10 days notice for failure to pay; 30 days notice for failure to perform or breach of other provisions; immediate termination for failure to open within time limits, abandonment, bankruptcy, unauthorized transfer, health/safety threats, trademark violations, and other specified defaults |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | No involvement in a competing business for 2 years in or within 25 miles of any Roni's Mac Bar franchise territory; no solicitation of customers for 2 years |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | You are not required or obligated to participate personally in the direct operations of the Franchised Business; however, it is strongly recommended. You must maintain a designated full-time on-premise manager who we approve and who devotes full-time energy to the operation and successfully completes initial training. |
| Required Suppliers | All products must be purchased from designated or approved suppliers. Performance Foodservice is an approved supplier with 10-20% discount. Franchisor is provider of initial POS hardware and software. |
| Supply Restrictions | Approximately 75% of purchases and leases in establishing the business and approximately 50% of ongoing costs must be from approved suppliers or meet franchisor specifications. Franchisees may not contract with alternative suppliers for designated products. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Neither Roni's Mac Bar Franchising, LLC nor its affiliates derived any revenue, rebates, or other material consideration from required purchases and leases to franchisees or suppliers in calendar year 2023. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer any direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease, or obligation. |
Roni's Mac Bar Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$769K
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Roni's Mac Bar Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordRoni's Mac Bar 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.
Roni's Mac Bar System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Roni's Mac Bar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 1 states: MD
Roni's Mac Bar Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Roni's Mac Bar franchise ranges from $138,750 to $217,800, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $49,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Roni's Mac Bar charges a royalty fee of 5.9% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a None required contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Roni's Mac Bar 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 Roni's Mac Bar to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Roni's Mac Bar franchise owners report average revenue of $769K. This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Roni's Mac Bar has been franchising since 2023. The FDD shows an investment range of $138,750-$217,800, a 5.9% 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 $49,000 and the total investment ranges from $138,750 to $217,800 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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