Cleanest Restaurant Group Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)
Cleanest Restaurant Group is a restaurant cleaning service franchise offering specialized front- and back-of-house deep cleaning, serving full-service and quick-service restaurants, and known for niche expertise, proprietary cleaning solutions, low-competition territories, and recurring nighttime service contracts.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
?
10
+
900%
900%
Franchise fee
?
$60,000
Investment
?
$103,000 - $144,000
Revenue (AUV)
?
Undisclosed
$162,000
+
n.a.
n.a.
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Cleanest Restaurant Group is a specialized commercial cleaning franchise focused exclusively on restaurants and food-service kitchens.
The company provides deep cleaning, sanitizing, kitchen-equipment cleaning, inspection-prep cleaning, emergency cleaning, and regular maintenance — services tailored to help restaurants pass health inspections and maintain strong hygiene standards.
Their cleaning process uses private-label chemicals, professional steam-cleaning, and staff trained specifically for food-service environments.
Cleanest Restaurant Group was founded in 2013 in New York City. The company is headquartered at 40 West 37th Street in New York, NY. It began offering franchise opportunities in 2022 as it expanded its specialized cleaning model nationwide.
The brand differentiates itself by being the first national franchise dedicated solely to restaurant cleaning rather than general janitorial services. This niche focus means far fewer direct competitors, giving franchisees access to an underserved market with high, recurring cleaning needs.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Cleanest Restaurant Group franchise is
$103,000 - $144,000.
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.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$60,000
Construction and Leasehold Improvements
$0 – $1,000
Storage Unit
$0 – $3,000
Furniture and Fixtures
$0 – $750
Equipment
$2,500 – $4,100
Signage
$0 – $1,000
Initial Inventory
$4,500
Utility Deposits
$175
Computer, Software, and Business Management System
$2,292 – $3,084
Service Vehicle
$6,500 – $15,000
Start-Up Marketing
$3,000 – $5,000
Insurance Deposits – Three Months
$2,083 – $6,250
Travel for Initial Training
$1,750 – $5,000
Professional Fees
$1,500 – $5,000
Licenses and Permits
$500 – $1,000
Printing, Stationery, and Office Supplies
$1,194
Additional Funds – Three Months
$16,692 – $28,121
Total Estimate
$102,686 – $144,174
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$60,000
Construction and Leasehold Improvements
$0 – $1,000
Storage Unit
$0 – $3,000
Furniture and Fixtures
$0 – $750
Equipment
$2,500 – $4,100
Signage
$0 – $1,000
Initial Inventory
$4,500
Utility Deposits
$175
Computer, Software, and Business Management System
$2,292 – $3,084
Service Vehicle
$6,500 – $15,000
Start-Up Marketing
$3,000 – $5,000
Insurance Deposits – Three Months
$2,083 – $6,250
Travel for Initial Training
$1,750 – $5,000
Professional Fees
$1,500 – $5,000
Licenses and Permits
$500 – $1,000
Printing, Stationery, and Office Supplies
$1,194
Additional Funds – Three Months
$16,692 – $28,121
Total Estimate
$102,686 – $144,174
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Cleanest Restaurant Group's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Cleanest Restaurant Group had 11 total units in 2025, of which 10 were franchised-owned and 1 company-owned.
Cleanest Restaurant Group® offers a detailed and phased training program designed to prepare franchisees for successful business operations. The program includes both classroom instruction and on-the-job training and is structured to ensure all key personnel are proficient before launch. Here are the primary training programs:
Initial Training Program This includes a one-week program held in New York, covering topics such as brand culture, operations, marketing, management, and team development. The training is mandatory for the franchisee’s Managing Owner and one designated manager. Additional attendees may join with approval and payment of an extra fee.
Supplemental Training If needed, or if operational standards are not met, Cleanest Restaurant Group® may require franchisees or their managers to undergo additional training. This may occur on-site or virtually and is subject to a fee of $350 per trainer per day, plus travel and lodging costs.
System-Wide and Refresher Training Franchisees must attend periodic system-wide or refresher courses as required. These may address updates in operations, services, or compliance standards, and costs such as travel and accommodations are borne by the franchisee.
Ongoing Employee Training After initial training, the franchisee is responsible for ensuring that their entire team meets the Franchisor's training standards. This ensures operational consistency and brand alignment.
Territory Protection
Cleanest Restaurant Group® assigns each franchisee a designated Operating Territory, generally comprising a geographic area with a population of approximately 300,000 people.
Within this territory, the Franchisor agrees not to operate or license another franchise under the Cleanest Restaurant Group brand, provided the franchisee remains compliant with the agreement. However, this territory is not exclusive, and certain rights are reserved by the Franchisor for broader business flexibility.
The Franchisor retains the right to accept orders, engage in sales, or utilize distribution channels like internet and catalog sales that may reach into a franchisee's territory.
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