Salsarita's Fresh Mexican Grill

Item 7 in the 2025 FDD pegs total investment at $371,400-$856,100 for a single unit, covering $30,000 franchise fee, build-out in strip centers or non-traditional spots like campuses, equipment, and initial inventory. Ongoing fees bite with 5% royalty (scaling to 6%), 2% brand/ad fund, plus $537-$648 monthly tech fees—higher than some peers but standard for casual dining. Item 19 shines here: average gross revenue clocks $1,271,816, median $1,150,435 from 56 franchised spots (9 corporate), suggesting solid top-line potential in high-traffic areas, though profitability hinges on tight ops in competitive markets.

System health shows contraction from 60 to 56 locations (-7% growth), with just 2 projected new units, 1 transfer, and 7 SBA loans averaging $186,586—indicating some financing access but limited scale-up. Multi-unit area development options exist for aggressive buyers, yet the slowdown flags saturation risks or economic pressures. For buyers eyeing $1M+ revenue upside, Salsarita's offers proven recipes and support since 2011, but crunch the Item 19 medians against your local market; this isn't explosive growth like bigger chains, making it a calculated play for experienced food operators.