A Manchu WOK franchise has a $35,000 franchise fee and an estimated initial investment of $400,000 to $600,000, depending on whether you open in a mall food court or on the street. Ongoing fees include a 6% royalty and an Ad Fund contribution of 2% (mall)  or 3% (street).

Here is a breakdown of each cost, how the two formats compare and what franchisees receive from the brand.

Manchu WOK at a Glance

For more than 45 years, Manchu WOK has served authentic Chinese food cooked in the wok and brought to the counter fast. The brand has more than 80 locations worldwide, including more than 60 in Canada, and continues to open in new communities. You can read how it all started in the Manchu WOK brand story.

Manchu WOK Franchise Cost: Fees and Investment

Manchu WOK offers two formats: mall and street. The table below outlines the standard fees and investment ranges for each.

All figures are estimates and can vary by location, size and site conditions. Refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document for complete information.

Franchise fee and term

The $35,000 franchise fee is the same for both formats and covers a franchise agreement that runs 10 years, aligning with the term of the lease.

Initial investment

A mall location is estimated at $400k to $500. A street location is estimated at $500k to $600k. Most of the gap comes down to space: street restaurants are generally around three times the size of a food court unit.

Personal investment

Manchu WOK requires franchisees to contribute at least 35% of the total investment from personal funds.

Ongoing fees

Once the doors open, franchisees pay a 6% royalty. The Ad Fund contribution is 2% for mall locations and 3% for street locations, and it funds the national and local campaigns that keep Manchu WOK in front of guests.

Mall vs. Street: Comparing the Two Formats

Mall and food court units run 380 to 450 square feet. Street locations run 1,300 to 1,500 square feet.

What Your Investment Comes With

Manchu WOK franchisees work with a support team from store design through daily operations.

The design and construction team builds modern, high-efficiency store layouts meant for long-term performance. Operations stay simple, with pre-mixed, sauce-based cooking that keeps flavours consistent from one wok to the next, and hands-on training before opening.

On the supply side, franchisees tap into a reliable procurement network for quality ingredients at competitive prices. Marketing support comes through national and local campaigns powered by the Ad Fund. To learn more about the brand and its reach, read Own a Leading Chinese WOK Franchise.

How to Get Started

Opening a Manchu WOK follows four steps:

1. Connect with the Franchise Development team.
2. Find your location.
3. Complete the required paperwork.
4. Complete training and store preparations.
5. Hold your grand opening.

New to franchising? Our guide on how to become a franchise owner in Canada covers the full process from first inquiry to opening day.

Let’s Get Started

So, how much does a Manchu WOK franchise cost? Plan for a $35,000 franchise fee, an initial investment of $400K to $600K depending on format, a 6% royalty and a 2% or 3% Ad Fund. Behind those numbers is a brand with more than 45 years of wok cooking and a team that supports franchisees at every stage.

Ready for the next step? Submit a franchise inquiry and a member of our Franchise Development team will be in touch.

Or learn more on the Manchu WOK franchise page.