Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe
Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe franchises operate quick-service restaurants specializing in toasted sandwiches, signature soups, salads, thin-crust pizzas, and specialty beverages using a proprietary system of recipes, procedures, and trademarks. The franchisor, Pickleman’s Franchising, LLC, grants licenses to franchisees to establish and run these cafes, providing training, marketing, and operational support as part of its business model. The target market includes customers seeking fast-casual, gourmet-style dining options for lunch, dinner, and beverages in convenient locations.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
6% royalty + 3% ad fund + $95/mo training software + $53/mo CRM software + $25/wk technology fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 28 franchised outlets open and operating for the entire 2024 calendar year
* Calculated weighted average gross revenue from Table 3 quartile data: (7 units × $2,044,814.78 + 7 units × $1,343,565.74 + 7 units × $1,163,795.54 + 7 units × $920,800.56) / 28 total units = $1,368,244.16. Median gross revenue taken directly from Table 1 'Total Median'.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe Compares to Other Fast Food Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe Current | $416K - $1.0M | $35K | 6.0% | 31 |
| Burger King | $2.1M - $4.7M | $50K | 4.5% | 19,732 |
| MCDONALD'S | $1.5M - $2.6M | $45K | N/A | 12,772 |
| AFC | $45K - $151K | $6K | 9.5% | 3,572 |
| SONIC DRIVE-IN | $1.7M - $3.1M | $15K | 5.0% | 3,441 |
| JIMMY JOHN'S | $366K - $728K | $35K | 6.0% | 2,647 |
Fast Food Average 127 franchises | $605K - $1.5M | $35K | 6.1% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 127 Fast Food 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
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe franchisees (2012 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
Chief Operating Officer Kenneth Rice and spouse filed Chapter 7 on November 8, 2018, discharged May 2, 2019.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe franchise ranges from $416,300 to $1,043,500. This includes a franchise fee of $35,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe franchise is $1,368,244.16. The median revenue is $1,272,595.01.
How many Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe has 31 franchise locations.
Can you get an SBA loan for a Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe franchises. Historical data shows 9 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe franchisees, with an average loan amount of $335,722. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe a good franchise to buy?
Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe shows several positive indicators: 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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