Jeff's Bagel Run is one of the fastest-growing fast-casual concepts in the country right now, built around scratch-made New York-style bagels and a hospitality-first mindset that franchise buyers in the quick-service space are watching closely.
Franchise · Food & Restaurant
Jeff's Bagel Run Franchise
Scratch-made NY-style bagels and a hospitality-first model fueling one of franchising's fastest growth stories.
$30,000
franchise fee
$200,000
personal capital
USD 498k – 814kk
investment
35
U.S. locations
How much does a Jeff's Bagel Run franchise cost?
Franchise fee
Amount paid when signing the contract
$30,000
Personal capital
Own funds required to complete the financing
$200,000
Total investment
Estimated total budget for the opening
$497,558 – $813,790
Ongoing royalty
6%
Advertising royalty
2%
Contract term
10 years
Locations in the U.S.
35
Locations worldwide
35
Figures declared by the franchisor — sources and verification date at the bottom of the page.
What it's about
- Founded
- 2019
- Units in the market
- 35
- Locations
- 35
- Type of business
- Fast-casual bagel bakery and coffee shop
- Company
- Jeffs Bagel Run
Fact sheet
The right questions before you start
Why this concept is turning heads in franchising circles
Jeff's Bagel Run has landed on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in 2025, placing in the top 5 percent nationally. Reported growth figures are striking: some sources cite sales growth above 26 percent year over year with store counts doubling, while others point to growth rates as high as 1,500 percent since the brand began scaling. The unit count itself has moved quickly — from roughly 20 open locations in mid-2025 to more than 35 open and over 150 in the development pipeline according to the most recent figures on the official franchising page. The company has stated plans to open more than 50 additional locations in 2026 alone. For someone evaluating a ground-floor opportunity in a hot category, that trajectory is a meaningful signal.
Who the brand is looking for
Jeff's Bagel Run is not positioning itself as an absentee-investor concept. The company has emphasized that franchisees should bring operational drive, financial stability, and genuine community engagement to the role. Multi-unit operators appear to be a strong fit given the brand's growth ambitions, and the founders and corporate team are described as staying closely involved with new owners through onboarding and beyond. Candidates should be comfortable with a hands-on, people-first operating style rather than a purely passive ownership model.
What it costs to get in
According to the official franchising page, the total investment to open a Jeff's Bagel Run ranges from $497,558 to $813,790, which covers the $30,000 initial franchise fee along with build-out, equipment, and opening working capital. Ongoing fees include a 6 percent royalty on gross sales and a 2 percent contribution to the national advertising fund. The brand's current financial qualification requirements, per its official site, call for a minimum net worth of $800,000 and minimum liquid capital of $200,000 — though some third-party sources cite higher figures (net worth of $1,000,000 and liquid capital of $500,000), likely reflecting an earlier version of the disclosure document. Prospective franchisees should confirm current figures directly against the latest Franchise Disclosure Document. Entrepreneur.com also reports a standard 10-year agreement term, renewable, with third-party financing options available.
Key facts at a glance
- Founded: 2019 (home-based), first shop opened 2021, company incorporated 2020
- Franchising since: 2023-2024 (sources vary)
- Headquarters: Orlando/Ocoee, Florida
- Total investment: $497,558 to $813,790
- Franchise fee: $30,000
- Royalty: 6% of gross sales
- Marketing fund: 2% of gross sales
- Minimum net worth: $800,000 (official site)
- Minimum liquid capital: $200,000 (official site)
- Locations: over 35 open, 150+ in development (most recent official figures)
- Recognition: Inc. 5000 (2025), top 5% fastest-growing private companies
If the growth numbers and hospitality-driven model sound like a fit, the next step is simple: reach out directly to request current franchise disclosure details and see whether a territory is available in your market.
How much does it cost to open a Jeff's Bagel Run franchise?
According to the official franchising page, total investment ranges from $497,558 to $813,790, including a $30,000 franchise fee plus build-out, equipment, and opening working capital. Candidates also need a minimum net worth of $800,000 and minimum liquid capital of $200,000. Some older sources cite higher net worth and liquidity figures, so it's best to confirm the current numbers directly with the brand before applying.
What makes the Jeff's Bagel Run franchise format different?
The concept centers on scratch-made New York-style bagels, house-made cream cheese, and craft coffee, paired with a hospitality-first approach where guests are treated personally rather than as quick transactions. It started as a home bakery in 2019 and has scaled rapidly since launching franchising, recently landing on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies.
What are the requirements to become a Jeff's Bagel Run franchisee?
Official financial requirements include a minimum net worth of $800,000 and minimum liquid capital of $200,000. Beyond the numbers, the brand looks for owners with strong operational drive, financial stability, and genuine community involvement, since the model relies on hands-on, people-focused management rather than passive ownership.
What kind of training and support does Jeff's Bagel Run provide?
Franchisees receive pre-opening training, help with real estate site selection and store design, ongoing operational guidance, and marketing support funded in part by a 2% national ad fund contribution. The brand also uses proprietary POS and production software, and franchisee accounts describe close, direct involvement from the founders and corporate team throughout operations.
How many Jeff's Bagel Run locations are there today?
Figures vary by source and change quickly given the brand's growth pace, but the most recent official figures cite over 35 open locations with more than 150 in development. The company has stated plans to open more than 50 additional shops in 2026. Because the count updates frequently, it's worth asking for the latest figures when inquiring directly.
Sources and data verification
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