On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina
On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina franchises full-service casual dining restaurants featuring Mexican and Tex-Mex food, a full-service bar, and off-premises services like catering and delivery. The business model involves single-unit franchises and area development rights agreements, with standardized operations, design, recipes, and support provided by the franchisor. It targets adults aged 18-60 in high-traffic metropolitan and suburban areas near offices, malls, and shopping centers.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
4% royalty + 2% marketing fund + $445/mo fixed fees (loyalty program, technology, learning management system, catering call center).
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 7 U.S. conventional dine-in franchisee locations reporting gross sales for fiscal year 2023.
* Data extracted from the '2023 Reported Gross Sales' table for U.S. Franchisee Owned and Operated Locations (conventional dine-in) on page 9. The document explicitly states that franchisees do not report information regarding the costs and expenses relating to operating their franchise locations, therefore, profit and EBITDA related metrics cannot be provided or estimated.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina Compares to Other Casual Dining Franchises
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 86% of Casual Dining franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina Current | $2.9M - $5.1M | $30K | 4.0% | 25 |
| IHOP & INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES | $1.8M - $4.5M | $69K | N/A | 1,703 |
| BUFFALO WILD WINGS | $2.5M - $4.9M | $25K | 5.0% | 538 |
| GOLDEN CORRAL STEAKS, BUFFET & BAKERY | $2.1M - $8.5M | $50K | 4.0% | 352 |
| GOLDEN CORRAL | $2.2M - $8.7M | $50K | 4.0% | 348 |
| ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE (THE) | $483K - $1.7M | $60K | 2.0% | 146 |
Casual Dining Average 43 franchises | $1.6M - $3.6M | $44K | 4.6% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 43 Casual Dining franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina franchisees (2010 - 2012)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina franchise?
The total initial investment to open a On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina franchise ranges from $2,932,800 to $5,058,000. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 4.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina franchise make?
According to the 2024 FDD, the average gross revenue for a On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina franchise is $2,536,791. The median revenue is $2,307,242.
How many On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina has 25 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1996.
Can you get an SBA loan for a On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina franchises. Historical data shows 5 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina franchisees, with an average loan amount of $266,300. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina a good franchise to buy?
On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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