Eggs Up Grill Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

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58
+
29%
29%
Investment required

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$611,000 - $935,000
Revenue (AUV)

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$1,103,000
Undisclosed
Pro
+
64.9%
+
xx%
-xx%
64.9%
Initial franchise fee

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$45,000
Royalty fees

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5.00%
+
2.00%
Operating Profit

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n.a.

Pro
Franchisees

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58
+
29%
29%
Investment required

?

$611,000 - $935,000
Franchise fee

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$45,000
Royalty fees

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5.00%
+
2.00%
Revenue (AUV)

?

$1,103,000
Undisclosed
Pro
+
64.9%
+
xx%
-xx%
64.9%
Operating Profit

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n.a.

Pro

Eggs Up Grill: Elevating Comfort in Every Breakfast Bite

Eggs Up Grill is a popular franchise specializing in breakfast, brunch, and lunch offerings, providing a welcoming atmosphere where guests can enjoy hearty meals in a comfortable, community-centered setting. Founded in 1997 in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, the franchise has since expanded its reach significantly. 

The brand is now headquartered in Spartanburg, South Carolina, and began franchising in the early 2000s. What sets Eggs Up Grill apart is its commitment to creating a "home away from home" experience for its customers. 

The franchise emphasizes high-quality, freshly prepared meals that range from classic breakfast staples like pancakes and omelets to innovative dishes that cater to a broad audience. This focus on comfort food, combined with genuine hospitality, has helped Eggs Up Grill carve out a niche in the competitive breakfast and lunch market.

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.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Franchise Fee $45,000
Lease Review Fee $0 - $750
Design Review Fee $0 - $500
Technology Setup Fee $0 - $450
Real Estate $3,000 - $10,000
Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment $172,820 - $235,890
Signage (Exterior & Interior) $10,500 - $23,803
Computer systems $8,500 - $21,800
Leasehold Improvements $311,000 - $496,000
Opening Inventory $6,800 - $10,500
Deposits $1,100 - $1,700
Professional Fees and Licenses $8,738 - $13,922
Employee-Related Expenses While Training $17,476 - $32,000
Insurance Fees $1,000 - $3,000
Grand Opening Advertising $5,000 - $10,000
Additional Funds—3 months $20,000 - $30,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $610,934 - $935,315

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Competitors

Franchise
Franchisees
Growth
Initial fee
Investment
Revenue
Gross Profit
Operating Profit
Industry

58

+
29%
29%
No growth
New

$45,000

$611,000

-

$935,000

n.a.

$1,103,000

Pro

73.1%

Pro

n.a.

Pro

Food & Beverage

Training 

Eggs Up Grill provides comprehensive training designed to ensure that franchisees are well-prepared to operate their restaurants successfully. The training program includes both classroom instruction and hands-on experience, covering all aspects of the business.

This includes food preparation, customer service, and daily operations management. Franchisees learn the brand’s operational procedures, including how to manage inventory, maintain quality control, and deliver exceptional customer service, which are crucial for the success of the franchise.

Additionally, Eggs Up Grill offers ongoing support to its franchisees even after the initial training phase. This support includes regular updates on best practices, new product introductions, and marketing strategies to help franchisees stay competitive and continue growing their business.

The franchise also provides assistance with site selection, restaurant design, and grand opening support to ensure that new franchisees get off to a strong start.

Territory Protection

Eggs Up Grill does offer territory protection to its franchisees. This protection ensures that franchisees have an exclusive geographic area where no other Eggs Up Grill restaurants can be established, allowing them to operate without direct internal competition.

The specific details of the territory protection, including the size and boundaries, are typically outlined in the franchise agreement, providing franchisees with the confidence to build and grow their business within their designated area.

This territorial protection is crucial for franchisees as it helps them secure a dedicated customer base and market share without the threat of another franchisee entering their immediate vicinity. By offering this protection, Eggs Up Grill supports its franchisees in maximizing their business potential and maintaining profitability.

Number of units

2025
Franchised units

45

52

58

Company-owned units

1

1

1

Total units

46

53

59

Competitors

Wild Eggs

Investment required
$737,000
-
$1,889,000
Franchisees
12
+
20%
20%

Kolache Factory

Investment required
$642,000
-
$937,000
Franchisees
30
+
0%
0%

Elmer's Breakfast Lunch Dinner Egg N' Joe

Investment required
$1,147,000
-
$4,672,000
Franchisees
7
+
-42%
-42%

Tim Hortons

Investment required
$131,000
-
$2,178,000
Franchisees
640
+
1%
1%

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