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Food & Beverage
Baked Goods

Cinnabon Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)

Cinnabon is a bakery franchise known for its cinnamon rolls.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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1002
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8%
8%
Franchise fee

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$30,500
Investment

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$29,000 - $1,100,000
Revenue (AUV)

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Undisclosed

$491,000

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6.6%
6.6%
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Cinnabon is a renowned international franchise celebrated for its cinnamon rolls made with exclusive Makara® Cinnamon from Indonesia. Founded in 1985 at SeaTac Mall in Seattle, Washington, Cinnabon is part of GoTo Foods (Focus Brands) and operates in 50+ countries with 1,002+ franchisees. The brand's scent-driven marketing strategy — wafting fresh cinnamon aroma into mall corridors — is one of the most recognized impulse-purchase tactics in QSR.

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Initial investment

The initial investment required for a Cinnabon franchise is $29,000 - $1,100,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Cinnabon offers 7 types of franchises:

Type of Location Initial Investment Range
Traditional Location $246,950 to $675,000
Non-Traditional Location $215,550 to $645,800
Express Bakery in a new Schlotzsky’s® $69,850 to $188,350
Express Bakery in any other location $29,150 to $66,700
Concession Bakery $122,265 to $256,650
Auntie Anne’s Co-Branded Bakery $406,175 to $971,700
Carvel Co-Branded Bakery or a Swirl Bakery $443,810 to $1,099,500

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We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Carvel Co-Branded Bakery or a Swirl Bakery franchise.

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

Carvel Co-Branded Bakery or a Swirl Bakery

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $61,000 – $61,000
Construction and Build Out Costs $156,000 – $366,000
Permitting $2,100 – $10,500
Equipment Package $78,000 – $265,000
Millwork $20,800 – $60,000
Furniture $0 – $20,000
Menu Board, Graphics, and Interior Signage $10,400 – $14,700
Exterior Signage $1,560 – $35,000
Computer System $10,500 – $32,000
Smallwares $10,400 – $16,000
TV/Music $1,100 – $3,200
Architect/Engineer $2,100 – $20,000
Rent $2,000 – $10,000
Grand Opening Marketing $6,000 – $25,000
Legal and Accounting Fees $5,000 – $10,000
Insurance $1,250 – $6,800
Misc. Opening Costs/Office Supplies $13,000 – $25,000
Security Deposits $0 – $18,000
Management Training Program Fee $0 – $5,000
Travel and Living Expenses during Training $5,600 – $8,100
On-Site Training Fee $0 – $12,200
Opening Inventory $20,000 – $22,000
Additional Funds - 3 Months $37,000 – $54,000
Total Initial Investment $443,810 – $1,099,500

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Cinnabon offers 7 types of franchises:

Type of Location Initial Investment Range
Traditional Location $246,950 to $675,000
Non-Traditional Location $215,550 to $645,800
Express Bakery in a new Schlotzsky’s® $69,850 to $188,350
Express Bakery in any other location $29,150 to $66,700
Concession Bakery $122,265 to $256,650
Auntie Anne’s Co-Branded Bakery $406,175 to $971,700
Carvel Co-Branded Bakery or a Swirl Bakery $443,810 to $1,099,500

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We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Carvel Co-Branded Bakery or a Swirl Bakery franchise.

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

Carvel Co-Branded Bakery or a Swirl Bakery

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $61,000 – $61,000
Construction and Build Out Costs $156,000 – $366,000
Permitting $2,100 – $10,500
Equipment Package $78,000 – $265,000
Millwork $20,800 – $60,000
Furniture $0 – $20,000
Menu Board, Graphics, and Interior Signage $10,400 – $14,700
Exterior Signage $1,560 – $35,000
Computer System $10,500 – $32,000
Smallwares $10,400 – $16,000
TV/Music $1,100 – $3,200
Architect/Engineer $2,100 – $20,000
Rent $2,000 – $10,000
Grand Opening Marketing $6,000 – $25,000
Legal and Accounting Fees $5,000 – $10,000
Insurance $1,250 – $6,800
Misc. Opening Costs/Office Supplies $13,000 – $25,000
Security Deposits $0 – $18,000
Management Training Program Fee $0 – $5,000
Travel and Living Expenses during Training $5,600 – $8,100
On-Site Training Fee $0 – $12,200
Opening Inventory $20,000 – $22,000
Additional Funds - 3 Months $37,000 – $54,000
Total Initial Investment $443,810 – $1,099,500

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Franchise Disclosure Document

Below is Cinnabon's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Sign up for free to view the document.

Number of units

Cinnabon had 1030 total units in 2025, of which 1002 were franchised-owned and 28 company-owned.

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New
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8%
8%

6% - 8%

$29,000

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$1,100,000

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New
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6.00%

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$235,000

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$227,000

$xxx,xxx

n.a.

xx%

n.a.

0

New
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n.a.
n.a.

6.00%

$235,000

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$712,000

n.a.

$579,000

$xxx,xxx

n.a.

xx%

n.a.

7

New
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n.a.
n.a.

6.00%

$633,000

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$892,000

n.a.

$1,640,000

$xxx,xxx

n.a.

xx%

n.a.

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New
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200%

6.50%

$1,095,000

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$2,500,000

n.a.

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$xxx,xxx

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xx%

n.a.

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5.00%

$273,000

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$688,000

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$762,000

$xxx,xxx

n.a.

xx%

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Training 

Cinnabon offers a thorough training program designed to equip franchisees with the essential skills and knowledge for running their franchises successfully. Here's an overview of their training process:

Before launching the franchised business, all required trainees must complete Cinnabon's Management Training Program. This program is crucial for those involved in the daily operations of the franchise.

The Management Training Program is available both online and in person at Cinnabon's corporate headquarters or other authorized locations, which may include sites operated by other franchisees.

For franchisees and their affiliates managing two or more franchised businesses, Cinnabon may permit or require the franchisee to deliver the Management Training Program to their own trainees.

Territory Protection

Cinnabon does not grant any protected or exclusive rights under this Agreement. You may encounter competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, or other distribution channels or competitive brands controlled by Cinnabon.

You must operate the Franchised Business at a location approved by Cinnabon. For Concession Shops, you are required to submit all prospective locations for Cinnabon's prior written approval.

Generally, Cinnabon will not authorize the operation of a Concession Shop within a two-mile radius of a permanent Full Shop location.

Cinnabon

Food & Beverage
Baked Goods
Franchisees

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1002
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8%
8%
Franchise fee

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$30,500
Investment

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$29,000 - $1,100,000
Revenue (AUV)

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Undisclosed
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$491,000

+
6.6%
6.6%
Operating Profit

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n.a.

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Competitors

Below are some of Cinnabon's key competitors in the Baked Goods sector.

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Franchisees

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Investment

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$461,000 - $1,796,000
Revenue

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$0

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200%
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Investment

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$1,095,000 - $2,500,000
Revenue

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$0

D Spot Dessert Cafe

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Investment

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$785,000 - $1,843,000
Revenue

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$0

The French Workshop

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Investment

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$1,845,000 - $2,785,000
Revenue

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Undisclosed

$0

PopUp Bagels

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0
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n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$313,000 - $884,000
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$0

Gordo's Bubble Waffles

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