Question 1

How much does it cost to open a fast casual restaurant franchise?

Accepted Answer

The average initial investment for fast casual restaurant franchises ranges from $532K to $1.2M. The average franchise fee is $38K. Investment requirements vary significantly by brand, location, and format.

Question 2

What are the largest fast casual restaurant franchise brands?

Accepted Answer

The largest fast casual restaurant franchises by location count include: TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ (1,371 locations), Tropical Smoothie Cafe (1,371 locations), FIREHOUSE SUBS RESTAURANTS (UNIT) (1,248 locations), Zaxby's (826 locations), Qdoba (652 locations). These established brands offer proven systems and widespread brand recognition.

Question 3

What are the most affordable fast casual restaurant franchises?

Accepted Answer

The most affordable fast casual restaurant franchises include: Ace Sushi (Non-Traditional) (from $18K), Milio's (from $108K), Frank & Furter's (Regional Developer) (from $111K), Roni's Mac Bar (from $124K), EggFlip (from $140K). Lower investment franchises may have smaller territories, home-based models, or mobile concepts.

Question 4

How many fast casual restaurant franchise opportunities are there?

Accepted Answer

There are 116 fast casual restaurant franchises in our database with FDD filings. Together, these brands operate 11,839 franchise locations across the United States.

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