Bonchon Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Bonchon is a Korean fried chicken franchise that offers crispy and flavorful chicken dishes with a unique blend of sauces and seasonings.

Bonchon, a globally acclaimed Korean Fried Chicken franchise, was founded in 2002 in Busan, South Korea, by Jinduk Seo. The franchise made its U.S. debut in 2006, opening its first location in New York City.

With its headquarters now in Dallas, Texas, Bonchon began franchising in 2006, bringing its distinctive Korean-style fried chicken and other Asian-inspired dishes to markets worldwide. The brand is celebrated for its signature Korean fried chicken, renowned for its crispy texture and flavorful sauces.

What sets Bonchon apart from its competitors is its commitment to traditional Korean cooking techniques and ingredients. The menu features more than just fried chicken, offering a diverse selection of pan-Asian dishes.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Bonchon offers 4 types of franchises:

Type of Restaurant Initial Investment
Dine-In Restaurant $1,005,136 to $1,312,626
Fast Casual Restaurant $775,036 to $1,077,926
Delivery and Carryout Only Restaurant $591,436 to $837,376
Remote Kitchen $262,782 to $434,772

We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Bonchon Dine-In Restaurant  franchise.

For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).

Bonchon Dine-In Restaurant

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $35,000
Pre-Opening Training Expenses $6,321 - $19,711
Real Property $6,700 – $25,000
Construction and Leasehold Improvements $500,000 - $600,000
Equipment $230,000 - $250,000
Furniture and Fixtures $80,000 - $100,000
Smallwares and Small Appliances $23,500 - $25,000
Uniforms $5,000 - $8,000
Computer and Point of Sale System and Other Technology $20,000 - $50,000
Inventory to Begin Operating $9,500 - $12,500
Security Deposits, Utility Deposits, Business Licenses, and Other Prepaid Expenses $5,000 - $15,000
Professional Fees $4,500 - $6,000
Signs $10,000 - $30,000
Architect and Engineering Fees $35,000 - $46,000
Opening Advertising $5,000 - $10,000
Pre-Opening Labor $9,615 - $20,415
Additional Funds (Initial Period – 3 Months) $20,000 - $60,000
TOTAL $1,005,136 – $1,312,626

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Competitors

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2006
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2018
3
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$285,000

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$676,000

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$457,000

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2017
14
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$188,000

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2022
2
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$25,000
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$138,000

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$636,000

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$40,000
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$616,000

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$6,250,000

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48
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$30,000
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$826,000

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Training 

Bonchon offers a thorough training program that utilizes a blend of learning methods, including online modules, classroom instruction, and hands-on training at an approved restaurant location.

Who Needs to Attend

The initial training program must be attended and successfully completed by at least two individuals: the franchisee's Operating Principal and a full-time General Manager. Additionally, one other approved employee is required to undergo this training.

Training Content

The program covers a wide range of topics, including sales techniques, product orientation, accounting procedures, food preparation, and operations management.

Location and Duration

Training is conducted at Bonchon’s designated locations, which may include their headquarters.

Territory Protection

Franchisees will not receive exclusive territory rights and may encounter competition from other franchisees, franchisor-owned outlets, or other distribution channels and competitive brands controlled by the franchisor.

However, franchisees are assigned a specific location known as the "Restaurant Location" within a designated protected territory, referred to as the "Protected Territory". This territory is where they are authorized to operate their Bonchon Restaurant.

The Protected Territory is generally defined using a mapping system. In most cases, except for high-density population centers, it includes the area within a circle centered on the Bonchon Restaurant Location, with a radius extending outward.

Number of units

2025
Franchised units

117

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143

Company-owned units

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Total units

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