Ivan Ramen
Franchise research report · reviewed 2026 disclosure data
Researching Ivan Ramen franchise opportunities? Every figure below is cited to the FDD.
Ivan Ramen franchise brings authentic Japanese ramen crafted by celebrity chef Ivan Orkin to neighborhoods across the country, featuring house-made noodles and
Headline figures
Ivan Ramen quick facts
- How much does it cost to open an Ivan Ramen franchise?
- The Ivan Ramen Franchise Disclosure Document reports an estimated initial investment of $1,024,500–$1,982,100 (2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 16). This is the franchisor's disclosed estimate, not a quote. Details
- Does Ivan Ramen disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
- No. The reviewed Ivan Ramen FDD states that it does not make a financial performance representation in Item 19. Details
- Is Ivan Ramen a good franchise to buy?
- Franopolis does not rate or recommend franchises. From the reviewed FDD: Item 19 makes no financial performance representation, so ask current owners about results; Item 20 lists outlet openings, closures and transfers; Item 6 lists every recurring fee beyond royalty; Item 20 also lists current and former franchisees you can contact. Review the full FDD with a franchise attorney and accountant before deciding.
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
What the disclosures show
- 1Opening costs are estimated at $1,024,500 – $1,982,100 in the 2026 FDD (Item 7); several initial fee options apply.
- 2The franchisor makes no financial performance representation in Item 19.
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
Ivan Ramen head-to-head
Closest peers in the same subcategory, side by side from reviewed FDD figures. Not a ranking or recommendation.
Costs · Items 5–7
What does it cost to open?
Estimated opening costs and the fees payable to the franchisor.
Startup Investment — Item 7
Total estimated initial investment
2026 FDD · Item 7 · PDF p. 16
Ongoing Fees — Item 6
Selected recurring charges; payment bases and conditions remain attached to each fee.
29 reported fees, each with its payment basis, are listed below; they haven't been sorted into recurring, initial and occasional groups yet.
Financial Performance — Item 19
What results are disclosed—and for which locations?
No financial performance representation in Item 19
The reviewed 2026 FDD for Ivan Ramen has no Item 19 figures on record. Franopolis does not estimate revenue or earnings in their place; ask the franchisor and current owners what unit-level information they can share.
Outlet Changes — Item 20
How has the outlet count changed?
Coverage not stated in the reviewed record · counts as of year end of each year.
2026 FDD · Item 20 ·
Questions to investigate
Prompts based on what this brand's reviewed disclosures do and don't show — not conclusions. Join free as a member to save questions to your research.
For the franchisor
Which line items in the 2026 Item 7 estimate ($1,024,500 – $1,982,100) vary most by market, and why?
Which initial fee option would apply to my situation, and what conditions or discounts affect it?
Ivan Ramen reports no financial performance figures in Item 19. What information can you share about unit-level results?
Is a territory available in my area, and how is it defined in my agreement?
For current and former owners
How did your actual startup costs and timeline compare with the Item 7 estimate?
How many hours a week do you work in the business, and in what role?
What support from the franchisor has been most and least useful?
For your advisors
Ask a franchise attorney to review the territory, renewal, transfer and termination terms.
Ask an accountant to build a cash-flow plan using your own assumptions, not the franchisor's.
Sources & vintage history
Every displayed fact is retained with its disclosure vintage, item, page, and reviewed status. Prior vintages remain on file rather than being overwritten.
Citations (2026 FDD)
- [1]Estimated initial investment — Item 7 · PDF p. 16
"PDF p." is the page in the PDF file; "printed p." is the number printed on the FDD page. Source document: FDD
Territory & operations
These are contract disclosures, not confirmation that any territory is currently available.
Legal & agreement
Franchisor financial statements
| Fiscal year | Measure | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | current assets cash and cash equivalents | $28,446 |
| 2025 | total assets | $60,774 |
| 2025 | gross profit | $75,622 |
| 2025 | other liabilities unearned revenue | $15,000 |
| 2025 | total current assets | $44,426 |
| 2025 | accrued expensesMore than one value recorded for this year — open the FDD source before comparing | $6,574 |
| 2025 | unearned revenue | -$5,000 |
| 2025 | net cash provided by operating activities | $11,754 |
| 2025 | cash flows from investing activities due from related parties | $10,700 |
| 2025 | net cash provided by investing activities | $10,700 |
| 2025 | net increase in cash and cash equivalents | $22,454 |
| 2025 | cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year | $5,992 |
These figures describe the franchisor company, not individual franchise locations.
SBA-backed loans to franchisees
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Source: U.S. Small Business Administration 7(a) & 504 FOIA data. Loan volume is not a measure of franchisee success.
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At a glance
Business history
Not reviewed
Owner participation
Not reviewed
Territory language
Litigation disclosure
Not reviewed
Bankruptcy disclosure
Not reviewed
Agreement term
Not reviewed
Independent analysis of franchisor-provided data. Not investment advice. Franopolis does not distribute FDDs.
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