Layne's Chicken Fingers

Layne's Chicken Fingers Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Layne's Chicken Fingers is a fast-casual restaurant known for its simple menu of hand-breaded chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, and signature dipping sauces.

Founded in 1994 in College Station, Texas, Layne’s Chicken Fingers has built a reputation for serving high-quality chicken finger meals in a fast-casual setting.

Now headquartered in Texas, the brand launched its franchising program in 2018 and has steadily grown its footprint. Layne’s menu is centered around hand-breaded chicken tenders, sandwiches, and classic sides, all enhanced by its signature Layne’s Sauce.

The brand stands out for its streamlined menu and focus on fresh, consistently prepared food—a combination that has resonated with customers and helped it stand apart in the competitive chicken restaurant 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
Initial Franchise Fee	$45,000
Lease Deposit and Rent (three months)	$7,500 – $50,000
Utility Deposits	$5,000
Government Licenses and Permits	$1,500 – $10,000
Blueprints and Plans	$10,000 – $50,000
Leasehold Improvements	$150,000 – $400,000
Signage and Graphics (Interior and Exterior)	$7,000 – $70,000
Furniture and Fixtures	$10,000 – $30,000
POS	$8,000 – $15,000
Computer Hardware and Software	$3,500 – $7,500
Kitchen Equipment and Small Wares	$150,000 – $250,000
Professional Services	$5,000 – $7,500
Initial Inventory	$7,500 – $15,000
Small Wares, Uniforms, and Initial Suppliers	$7,000 – $15,000
Insurance	$5,000 – $15,000
Travel and Related Expenses While Training	$2,000 – $5,000
Initial Opening Assistance	$2,500 – $5,000
Grand Opening Advertising and Promotion	$10,000 – $25,000
Additional Funds	$15,000 – $30,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment	$451,500 – $1,050,000

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Initial Franchise Fee	$45,000
Lease Deposit and Rent (three months)	$7,500 – $50,000
Utility Deposits	$5,000
Government Licenses and Permits	$1,500 – $10,000
Blueprints and Plans	$10,000 – $50,000
Leasehold Improvements	$150,000 – $400,000
Signage and Graphics (Interior and Exterior)	$7,000 – $70,000
Furniture and Fixtures	$10,000 – $30,000
POS	$8,000 – $15,000
Computer Hardware and Software	$3,500 – $7,500
Kitchen Equipment and Small Wares	$150,000 – $250,000
Professional Services	$5,000 – $7,500
Initial Inventory	$7,500 – $15,000
Small Wares, Uniforms, and Initial Suppliers	$7,000 – $15,000
Insurance	$5,000 – $15,000
Travel and Related Expenses While Training	$2,000 – $5,000
Initial Opening Assistance	$2,500 – $5,000
Grand Opening Advertising and Promotion	$10,000 – $25,000
Additional Funds	$15,000 – $30,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment	$451,500 – $1,050,000

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Training

Layne’s Chicken Fingers provides a structured set of training programs to ensure that franchisees and their staff are well-prepared to operate under the franchise system. Here are the main types of training programs provided by the franchisor:

Initial Training Program
Before opening, the Operations Manager and up to two others must complete an initial training program conducted at a designated location. This is mandatory and at no cost for the first three attendees, although additional participants may be added for a fee. Franchisees bear the travel, lodging, and other associated costs for attendees.
On-Site Opening Assistance
The franchisor may provide on-site support for at least seven days during the restaurant’s opening phase. For first-time franchisees, this includes 2-3 franchisor staff members. Any associated travel or lodging costs are the franchisee's responsibility. Additional assistance can be requested or required, subject to availability.
Pre-Opening Consultation
Franchisees receive advice and consultation before launching their restaurant. This may include support on restaurant development, equipment, inventory control, and layout design.

Territory Protection

Layne’s Chicken Fingers grants franchisees a limited “Protected Area” where it will not open or license another restaurant. However, this protection excludes Captive Markets and does not prevent the franchisor from selling products through other channels within that area.

The territory is not exclusive overall. Franchisees may still face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, or alternative distribution methods under the same brand.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

All you need to know about this franchise

Started franchising

2018

Franchisees

200%

Franchise fee

$45,000

Investment

$452,000 - $1,050,000

Revenue (AUV)

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$1,850,000

13.6%

Operating Profit

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n.a.

Home based

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Passive investment

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Competitors

Below are some of

Layne's Chicken Fingers

key competitors in the

Chicken

sector.

Franchise

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New

200%

$45,000

$452,000

$1,050,000

$1,850,000

67.6%

n.a.

Wings and Rings

Over $500K