Buffalo Wild Wings vs Dave & Buster's Franchise Cost 2026
Buffalo Wild Wings runs $1.6M–$3.9M. Dave & Buster's runs $5.7M–$15.6M. The gap at midpoint: $7.9M.
Buffalo Wild Wings
$1.6M–$3.9M
total investment
Investment Difference
$7.9M
Buffalo Wild Wings costs less
Dave & Buster's
$5.7M–$15.6M
total investment
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Buffalo Wild Wings | Dave & Buster's | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Investment | $1.6M–$3.9M | $5.7M–$15.6M | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $50,000 | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Royalty Rate | 5.0% | 5.0% | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Ad Fund Fee | 3.5% | 1.0% | Dave & Buster's |
| Net Worth Required | $1.5M | $5.0M | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Liquid Capital | $750K | $2.5M | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Est. Break-Even | 22.7 yr | 20.9 yr | Dave & Buster's |
Buffalo Wild Wings Profile
- Category
- food
- Total Investment
- $1.6M–$3.9M
- Franchise Fee
- $50,000
- Royalty
- 5.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $3.5M
Dave & Buster's Profile
- Category
- food
- Total Investment
- $5.7M–$15.6M
- Franchise Fee
- $50,000
- Royalty
- 5.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $8.5M
Bottom Line
Buffalo Wild Wings costs $7.9M less to open at the midpoint. That difference goes toward working capital or a second location. Buffalo Wild Wings also wins on royalty rate.