About Village Inn Unit Franchise
Village Inn is a sit-down family dining restaurant specializing in pancakes, omelets, skillets, and breakfast items served all day.
One of the longer-established family dining brands in the U.S., dating to 1959.
Delaware LLC headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
Village Inn Unit Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1.1M
Average Investment
$1.9M
Maximum Investment
$2.7M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | N/A | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $1,099,000 – $2,745,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $1.1M–$2.7M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Real Estate Occupancy | $120,000 | $160,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, and Signage | $200,000 | $585,000 |
| POS, Back Office Computers | $25,000 | $35,000 |
| Construction Costs | $450,000 | $1,485,000 |
| Pre-Opening Costs | $80,000 | $120,000 |
| Inventory | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Smallwares | $19,000 | $35,000 |
| Insurance - Liability Insurance | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| Insurance - All Risk Property Insurance | $0 | $0 |
| Insurance - Workers Compensation and Employer's Liability | $0 | $0 |
| Training Costs and Opening Assistance Costs | $65,000 | $110,000 |
| Cash or Cash Equivalent Reserve | $25,000 | $30,000 |
| Additional Funds - First Three Months | $50,000 | $100,000 |
Village Inn Unit Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Village Inn Unit 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.
Village Inn Unit 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.
Village Inn Unit Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordVillage Inn Unit 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.
Village Inn Unit System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Village Inn Unit currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Village Inn Unit Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Village Inn Unit franchise ranges from $1,099,000 to $2,745,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Village Inn Unit charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Village Inn Unit 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 Village Inn Unit to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Village Inn Unit 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.
Village Inn Unit has been franchising since 1961. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,099,000-$2,745,000, a N/A royalty, and no 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 N/A and the total investment ranges from $1,099,000 to $2,745,000 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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