Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise: Cost, Fees & Earnings
1,178 locations (2025), -0.4% YoY(Item 20)
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Median Revenue (AUV)
$3,433,937
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 19
Initial Investment
$2,463,945 – $4,900,320
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 7
Franchise Fee
$12,500
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 5
Royalty
5%
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 6
About Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings is a sports entertainment-oriented casual/fast casual restaurant and sports bar franchise featuring chicken wings, sandwiches, alcoholic beverages, and video entertainment. The franchise operates under a distinctive system with confidential recipes, specialized trade dress, and a sports-themed dining atmosphere, with both dine-in and off-premises consumption options.
Gross Sales by Performance TierSource: 2026 FDD Item 19
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Additional Item 19 Analysis
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Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise FAQ
How much does a Buffalo Wild Wings franchise cost?
Per Item 7 of the 2026 FDD Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment ranges from $2,463,945 to $4,900,320.
What is the Buffalo Wild Wings franchise fee?
The FDD reports an initial franchise fee of $12,500 to $25,000.
What royalty does Buffalo Wild Wings charge?
The FDD reports an ongoing royalty of 5%.
How much revenue does a Buffalo Wild Wings franchise generate?
The 2026 FDD reports a median revenue per unit of $3,433,937 for fiscal year 2025. Individual results vary.
Can I finance a Buffalo Wild Wings franchise with an SBA loan?
Many franchise purchases are financed with SBA 7(a) loans covering a large share of the total project cost. You can check what you'd qualify for with Franchable's free SBA prequalification.
Data sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Document. Franchable is not affiliated with or endorsed by Buffalo Wild Wings. This is not an offer to sell a franchise. Individual results vary.