TKK Fried Chicken
Franchise research report · reviewed 2026 disclosure data
Researching TKK Fried Chicken franchise opportunities? Every figure below is cited to the FDD.
TKK Fried Chicken franchise specializes in Korean-style fried chicken, offering a distinctive menu that combines traditional Korean flavors with crispy, double-
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TKK Fried Chicken quick facts
- How much does it cost to open a TKK Fried Chicken franchise?
- The TKK Fried Chicken Franchise Disclosure Document reports separate estimated initial investments by format: $272,500–$356,500 for non-traditional unit total estimated initial investment: $272,500 to $356,500 (2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 19); $192,000–$238,500 for tkk express total estimated initial investment: $192,000 to $238,500 (2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 21); $375,000–$698,000 for standard unit total estimated initial investment: $375,000 to $698,000 (2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 18). These formats are not combined. Each is the franchisor's disclosed estimate, not a quote. Details
- What is the TKK Fried Chicken initial franchise fee?
- The disclosed initial franchise fee for a standard single unit is $37,500 (2026 FDD, Item 5, PDF p. 11). Other fee options (for example multi-unit or conversion) are listed separately in the report. Details
- What ongoing fees does TKK Fried Chicken charge?
- The disclosed ongoing royalty is 5% (2026 FDD, Item 6, PDF p. 13). The brand or advertising fund contribution is 2% (2026 FDD, Item 6, PDF p. 13). Other recurring fees are listed in Item 6. Details
- Does TKK Fried Chicken disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
- No. The reviewed TKK Fried Chicken FDD states that it does not make a financial performance representation in Item 19. Details
- Is TKK Fried Chicken 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 includes a brand or advertising fund contribution on top of 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
- 1The 2026 FDD (Item 7) estimates opening costs separately by format: $272,500 – $356,500 (Non-Traditional Unit Total estimated initial investment: $272,500 to $356,500); $192,000 – $238,500 (TKK Express Total estimated initial investment: $192,000 to $238,500); $375,000 – $698,000 (Standard Unit Total estimated initial investment: $375,000 to $698,000); 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.
Costs · Items 5–7
What does it cost to open?
Estimated opening costs and the fees payable to the franchisor.
Startup Investment — Item 7
Range across 3 single-unit formats
2026 FDD · Item 7
Formats disclosed in Item 7 (3)
Each format has its own total. The total depends on the format you choose.
- TKK Express Total estimated initial investment: $192,000 to $238,500PDF p. 21$192,000 – $238,500
- Non-Traditional Unit Total estimated initial investment: $272,500 to $356,500PDF p. 19$272,500 – $356,500
- Standard Unit Total estimated initial investment: $375,000 to $698,000PDF p. 18$375,000 – $698,000
Standard single-unit franchise fee
2026 FDD · Item 5 · PDF p. 11
Discounted and multi-unit options are separate; see all fees.
Ongoing Fees — Item 6
Selected recurring charges; payment bases and conditions remain attached to each fee.
- Royalty rateMain ongoing fee
28 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 TKK Fried Chicken 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 ($192,000 – $698,000) vary most by market, and why?
Which initial fee option would apply to my situation, and what conditions or discounts affect it?
TKK Fried Chicken 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]Standard initial franchise fee — Item 5 · PDF p. 11
"PDF p." is the page in the PDF file; "printed p." is the number printed on the FDD page. Source document: FDD
Territory & operations
No territory or operating requirements have been reviewed yet.
18 addresses in Franopolis's imported location list. Coverage may differ from Item 20 outlet counts.
These are contract disclosures, not confirmation that any territory is currently available.
Legal & agreement
Franchisor financial statements
| Fiscal year | Measure | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | total assets 2025 | $844,494 |
| 2025 | member equity 2025 | $536,120 |
| 2025 | total expenses 2025 | $75,132 |
| 2025 | net income 2025 | $197,441 |
| 2025 | total liabilities 2025 | $308,374 |
| 2025 | total revenues 2025 | $272,573 |
| 2025 | gross operating profit 2025 | $197,441 |
| 2025 | net cash from operating activities 2025 | -$273,955 |
| 2025 | net change in cash 2025 | -$273,955 |
| 2025 | cash at end of year 2025 | $5,661 |
| 2024 | total assets 2024 | $796,823 |
| 2024 | total liabilities 2024 | $458,144 |
| 2024 | member equity 2024 | $338,679 |
| 2024 | total revenues 2024 | $282,431 |
| 2024 | total expenses 2024 | $115,694 |
| 2024 | gross operating profit 2024 | $166,737 |
| 2024 | net income 2024 | $166,897 |
| 2024 | net cash from operating activities 2024 | $46,219 |
| 2024 | net change in cash 2024 | $41,219 |
| 2024 | cash at end of year 2024 | $279,616 |
| 2023 | total revenues 2023 | $223,941 |
| 2023 | total expenses 2023 | $113,702 |
| 2023 | gross operating profit 2023 | $110,239 |
| 2023 | net income 2023 | $110,579 |
| 2023 | net cash from operating activities 2023 | $106,779 |
| 2023 | net change in cash 2023 | $106,779 |
| 2023 | cash at end of year 2023 | $238,397 |
| — | approximate locations open and under construction | $20 |
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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