Taco Bell
The growth story in QSR — if you can afford the ticket.
Fee $25,000–$45,000. Range per recent FDD. Verified Oct 2026. Last verified 2026-10-15.
Key features
- 5.5% royalty + 4.25% ad fund
- Strong late-night and digital mix
- Yum! Brands backing
- Cantina and drive-thru formats
Pros
- Category-leading growth
- Strong brand heat
Cons
- Nearly $1M minimum entry
- Wide range — format matters enormously