CINNABON
Cinnabon franchises retail bakeries known as Bakeries that sell fresh-baked cinnamon rolls and related products in various formats, including Full Bakeries, Express Bakeries, Concession Bakeries, and co-branded units with Auntie Anne’s or Carvel. The business model grants franchisees rights to operate these stores in traditional or non-traditional locations, requiring initial investments and ongoing fees to the franchisor while adhering to brand standards for products and operations. Target markets include consumers in high-traffic areas like malls, airports, supermarkets, and quick-service restaurants seeking indulgent baked goods and beverages.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
6% royalty + 2.5% ad fund (3% Streetside) + $350-$800/mo technology/software fees (POS, support, loyalty app, online ordering, LMS, gift card processor)
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: Data based on a total of 451 franchised units (189 Enclosed Mall Franchises, 202 Convenience Franchises, and 60 Auntie Anne's Co-Branded Franchises) that reported sales during Fiscal Year 2024.
* Average gross revenue calculated as a weighted average of the total average net sales for three distinct franchise types (Enclosed Mall Franchises, Convenience Franchises, and Auntie Anne's Co-Branded Franchises) based on their respective unit counts. Weighted average: (189 units × $681,687 + 202 units × $177,494 + 60 units × $1,200,635) / 451 total units = $524,901.84. Median and quartile revenue values are set to null as a statistically sound combined value cannot be derived from segmented medians/quartiles across different franchise types without the raw underlying unit-level sales data. Net income, net profit, EBITDA, and profit range estimates are not provided as Note 3 under 'NOTES TO ITEM 19' explicitly states these sales figures do not reflect costs or expenses needed to obtain net income or profit, and no expense or margin data is provided.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How CINNABON Compares to Other Coffee & Bakery Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CINNABON Current | N/A | $31K | 6.0% | 1,002 |
| PANERA BREAD BAKERY-CAFÉ | $633K - $4.9M | $35K | 5.0% | 1,112 |
| SCOOTER'S COFFEE | $955K - $1.5M | $40K | 6.0% | 825 |
| NOTHING BUNDT CAKES | $667K - $1.0M | $45K | 6.0% | 643 |
| GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES | $341K - $463K | $25K | 6.0% | 395 |
| 7 BREW | $894K - $2.2M | $35K | 4.5% | 297 |
Coffee & Bakery Average 37 franchises | $498K - $1.1M | $40K | 5.5% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 37 Coffee & Bakery franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+34 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for CINNABON franchisees (2011 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much revenue does a CINNABON franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a CINNABON franchise is $524,901.84.
How many CINNABON franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, CINNABON has 1,002 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1990.
Can you get an SBA loan for a CINNABON franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for CINNABON franchises. Historical data shows 60 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for CINNABON franchisees, with an average loan amount of $420,907. The historical default rate is 3.3%.
Is CINNABON a good franchise to buy?
CINNABON shows several positive indicators: established brand with 1,002+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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