Taste Buds Kitchen
Company Information
800-D Abruzzi Drive
The franchisor is Taste Buds Kitchen International, LLC, a Maryland limited liability company, formed on November 13, 2013. It began offering franchises in November 2013. Its principal business address is 800-D Abruzzi Drive, Chester, MD 21619. It has no direct parent company.
We offer the right to establish and operate a Taste Buds Kitchen under the terms of a single unit franchise agreement within a specific Territory (the “Franchise Agreement”), The franchise offered is for the operation Of a culinary entertainment and educational experience using proprietary methods, techniques, trade dress, trademarks and logos owned by us or our affilaifes. Our Kitchens offer a Clean and Safe environment for both children and parents to experience the wonder Of the kitchen where families can learn, laugh and cook., Qur kids: offerings are geared towards,ages, two to teen and our adult offerings are for everyone. Events include cooking birthday parties; children & adult classes, private events and onsite or off-site corporate events. We also offer an approved line of children's cooking merchandise including apparel, baking kits and utensils. Our fianchisees operate under the trade name and mark “Taste Buds Kitchen'' and the additional principal service marks, trademarks, trade names, .logos; emblems and indicia of origin identified in Item 13. These principal marks and all other marks which may be designated by us in the future for use: with the System (defined below) are referred to. in this Disclosure Document as the “Marks” or “Proprietary Marks.” The Kitchens are operated under the Marks and under a comprehensive, and unique system (the “System”) in accordance with the terms of the Franchise Agreement. The System includes'distinctiye signage, interior and exterior design, decor and color scheme; uniform standards, specifications, and procedures for operations; quality and uniformity Of products, and services offered; inventory, management and financial control procedures; training and assistance; and advertising and promotipnal programs; all of which we may change, improve, and further develop, in Our discretion.
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Franchise Rating
Franchimp Summary Rating
3/10
Investment Accessibility
3/10
Franchise System Development
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Summary of Investment Costs
Upfront Franchise Fees
Minimum: $62,700 Maximum: $74,450
Upfront franchise fees are the one-time payments required to secure rights to operate under an established brand, typically ranging from $20,000 to $100,000+ depending on brand value.
These fees grant access to proprietary business systems, training programs, intellectual property rights, and often territorial exclusivity—essentially purchasing the blueprint for a proven business model.
While separate from ongoing royalties, investors should evaluate these fees against expected returns, comparing fee-to-earnings ratios across opportunities and assessing how effectively franchisors reinvest these funds into system improvements.
Total Investment Costs
Minimum: $425,750 Maximum: $549,650
Ongoing Fees
Ongoing franchise fees, typically structured as royalties ranging from 4-8% of gross sales, represent the continuous payments franchisees make to maintain brand affiliation and support services.
These recurring fees fund the franchisor's operational assistance, marketing initiatives, technology updates, and continued brand development—creating a partnership where the franchisor's revenue grows alongside the franchisee's success. In addition to royalties, franchisees often contribute to national advertising funds (usually 1-3% of sales) and may incur technology fees, supply chain markups, or renewal fees depending on the franchise agreement.
Investors should carefully analyze these ongoing costs within their financial projections, as they directly impact profit margins and cash flow throughout the entire franchise relationship.
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