Bakery & Dessert franchises

San Churro Franchise Opportunity

Spanish-inspired chocolateria franchise founded in Fitzroy, Melbourne in 2006, serving churros, hot chocolate and desserts across more than 70 stores nationwide.

68 units in AustraliaFranchising since 2007Registered as Venga Pty Ltd
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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How much does a San Churro franchise cost?

A San Churro franchise requires a total investment of $450,000–$650,000 all-in, comprising a $45,000 initial fee and a 7.0% royalty and a 3.0% marketing levy.

Source: Franchisor website: franchising.sanchurro.com · captured July 2026 · franchisor-published. See full cost breakdown

Full cost breakdown

Fees vs the market

San Churro vs the Bakery & Dessert median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeSan ChurroCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$450K–$650K$350,000–$625,000 (41)above median
Initial franchise fee$45,000$50,000 (5)near median

Medians from the Bakery & Dessert Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.

Network & venues

68venues in Australia
68franchised businesses
0company-owned units
68franchisees (operators)
19years operating in Australia

Operates in ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Expanding into ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006865) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 5 or more years

Option to renew Other

Restraint of trade after exit Yes

Goodwill compensation on exit No

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006865) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

San Churro’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyYes
Franchisor can change the agreementNo
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromYes
Agreement provides for arbitrationNo

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006865) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website www.sanchurro.com

Phone +61 439538465

Email kevin.lacey@sanchurro.com

Registered office Suite 1, Level 1, 281 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065 AUSTRALIA

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006865) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

How San Churro’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

Available territories

Territory availability
StateRegionStatusAs at
VictoriaMelbournerecruitingcaptured July 2026
New South WalesSydneyrecruitingcaptured July 2026
QueenslandGold Coastrecruitingcaptured July 2026

Before you buy into San Churro

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a San Churro franchise cost?

A San Churro franchise requires a total investment of $450,000–$650,000 all-in, including a $45,000 initial fee (Franchisor website: franchising.sanchurro.com).

What are San Churro's ongoing fees?

San Churro charges a 7% royalty and a 3% marketing levy.

Is San Churro on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, San Churro appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.