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How Much Does a Slime Kitchen Franchise Cost?

Data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document

Investment Summary

Total Investment

$106K – $170K

Franchise Fee

$35K

Royalty

The greater of the $3,000 (Minimum Royalty Fee) or 7% of Gross Revenues

Ad Fund

2.0%

Cost Breakdown

Initial Franchise Fee

The initial franchise fee for Slime Kitchen is $35K. This one-time payment covers the right to operate under the brand, access to proprietary systems, and initial training programs.

Total Investment Range

Opening a Slime Kitchen franchise requires a total investment of $106K – $170K. This range typically includes real estate or leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, initial inventory, signage, insurance, and working capital to sustain operations during the ramp-up period.

Working capital alone ranges from $15K to $25K.

Ongoing Costs

Beyond the initial investment, Slime Kitchen franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty structure is: The greater of the $3,000 (Minimum Royalty Fee) or 7% of Gross Revenues. The advertising or brand fund contribution is 2.0% of gross sales. There is also a technology fee of $1.

Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements

Slime Kitchen requires working capital of $15K – $25K to cover initial operating expenses. This is the liquid cash you should have available beyond the franchise fee and buildout costs.

What Can You Earn?

Slime Kitchen does not disclose earnings data in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish financial performance representations, though this is a data point many prospective franchisees consider important.

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