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Fast Food Restaurant Franchise Opportunity
Primi By Fresca, 4 Franchisees, Est'd in 2020, Buenos Aires HQ
- 800+ Page Views
- 200+ Investor Views
Company overview: Primi by Fresca is a fast-food franchise concept delivering healthy, authentic Italian street food. The brand is built on extensive research of successful franchise models, ensuring a strong and effective operational framework.
- Brand and promoters: Promoted by Fresca – Laboratori di Pasta, which invested over two years in developing the Primi model. The concept draws on insights from industry experts and experienced franchise operators, supported by a professional team with deep understanding of franchising and the food sector.
Business model highlights:
• Operational simplicity – Outlets designed for ease of management, requiring no prior culinary experience.
• Standardized menu – Authentic Italian dishes made from 100% natural ingredients, ensuring consistent taste and quality.
• Efficient space use – Outlets can operate in as little as 20 sqm, reducing overhead costs.
• Quick service – Meals prepared and served in just three minutes, ideal for busy urban consumers.
Average footfall: Locations are positioned in high-traffic areas such as malls and city centers, attracting steady daily patronage. The healthy, fast-service model appeals to a broad demographic seeking quick yet nutritious meals.
Competitive differentiation:
• Health-conscious – Focus on fresh, natural ingredients, unlike typical additive-heavy fast food.
• Italian specialty – Unique positioning in pasta-based fast food, distinct from burger- and fry-led competitors.
• Simplified operations – “A kitchen without knives”, without raw materials, there is no transformation of raw materials into products; everything comes pre-portioned and prepared to be cooked, regenerated, heated, or served. This approach reduces labor costs and food waste.
• Strong brand identity – Clear positioning fosters loyalty and repeat customers.
Why invest in Primi?
1. Unique market position – First-mover advantage as a dedicated pasta fast-food franchise.
2. Attractive margins – High profitability designed into the operating model.
3. Comprehensive support – Full training, marketing, and operational guidance for franchisees.
4. Scalable model – Easy to expand and manage multiple outlets with minimal staffing.
5. Market trend – Rising demand for healthy, fast dining options positions Primi for growth.
Summary: Primi by Fresca offers a profitable, scalable franchise opportunity built on health, quality, and operational efficiency in the fast-food sector. The business operates with a valid operations license.
At Primi by Fresca, we are proud to highlight the exceptional margins we achieve, primarily due to the quality and simplicity of our product offerings. Our food is essentially made from just flour and water, which allows us to maintain a food cost of under 25%, and in certain cases, as low as 20%.
Our operational model is designed for efficiency, featuring a very low labor incidence with only three employees required per shift. This streamlined approach not only reduces labor costs but also simplifies management.
To operate a Primi location, a minimum space of just 30 square meters is needed, making it accessible for various settings. Importantly, our model eliminates waste; there is no food thrown away. All ingredients are delivered ultra-frozen from our distribution center, boasting a shelf life of over six months. This ensures that we maintain high quality while minimizing spoilage and maximizing profitability.
With these factors combined, Primi offers a compelling franchise opportunity with strong financial performance potential.
This is why, when the location is right, we can achieve an impressive EBITDA of up to 40%. Our efficient operational model, combined with our low food costs and minimal labor requirements, allows us to maximize profitability. With the right site selection, Primi by Fresca offers a lucrative franchise opportunity that stands out in the fast-food industry.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
200 - 250 thousand
Space Required
380 - 1100 Sq Ft
Restaurant Franchise Opportunity
Gypsy Chinese, 4 Franchisees, Est'd in 1982, Dubai HQ
- 800+ Page Views
- 200+ Investor Views
Gypsy Chinese, a renowned brand with over 42 years of heritage in classic Indo-Chinese cuisine, has been a staple in the UAE since 2011. Recognized by Khaleej Times WKND with the "Best Indo-Chinese Restaurant" award, it also holds ISO 22000 certification for food safety and hygiene. With a rich legacy and a diverse customer base, Gypsy Chinese is now looking to expand globally. Our vision is to extend our reach through a franchise model, offering passionate entrepreneurs the opportunity to bring our iconic dining experience to new regions. This document provides an overview of our franchise program, including investment details, training, and ongoing support.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
100 thousand
Space Required
1500 - 2000 Sq Ft
Consulting Franchise Opportunity
Franchise Ready, 6 Franchisees, Est'd in 2011, Sydney HQ
- 2000+ Page Views
- 1000+ Investor Views
Franchise Ready is a specialist franchise consulting business that has been twice awarded the best franchise consulting firm in the world. We have launched over 200 brands into franchising, developing all the assets, resources, systems and strategic work needed to grow a brand globally through franchising. Once we get our brands ready we take them to market and find master franchise partners and unit franchisees for our clients. We are a one stop shop for everything you need related to franchising.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
42.5 thousand
Space Required
0 - 500 Sq Ft
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Consulting Franchise Opportunity
Franchise Ready, 6 Franchisees, Est'd in 2011, Sydney HQ
- 2000+ Page Views
- 1000+ Investor Views
Franchise Ready is a specialist franchise consulting business that has been twice awarded the best franchise consulting firm in the world. We have launched over 200 brands into franchising, developing all the assets, resources, systems and strategic work needed to grow a brand globally through franchising. Once we get our brands ready we take them to market and find master franchise partners and unit franchisees for our clients. We are a one stop shop for everything you need related to franchising.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
42.5 thousand
Space Required
0 - 500 Sq Ft
Sports Coaching Franchise Opportunity
Sport Star Academy, 100 Franchisees, Est'd in 2010, Dubai HQ
- 3000+ Page Views
- 1000+ Investor Views
We are creating a movement of change for tomorrow's grassroots leaders. We do this through three principles: learn, lead, and grow.
Through our skill-based sports programs, we empower our kids to believe in themselves and we nurture a love of sports through focused attention, dedication and simply having fun. Our dedicated coaches and staff are passionate about unlocking child’s full sporting potential and taking their skills to the next level.
The revenue and profit figures mentioned are projected numbers based on our existing franchises.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
20 - 70 thousand
Space Required
200 - 800 Sq Ft
Cafe Franchise Opportunity
Lukumades, 16 Franchisees, Est'd in 2016, Melbourne HQ
- 5000+ Page Views
- 1000+ Investor Views
We are a speciality doughnut franchise that is an expert in the creation of modern Greek doughnuts. We have stores currently in Australia, Indonesia & Malaysia and are about the venture into the US & Hong Kong markets.
Company has the main HQ in Melbourne, Australia and another HQ in Dubai, UAE. Director is in UAE and taking care of the expansion here.
Revenue and profit figures mentioned in the franchise format are easy to achieve based on our current store sales.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
50 - 100 thousand
Space Required
20 - 1000 Sq Ft
Plumbing Franchise Opportunity
Cali-King Rooter & Plumbing LLC, 1 Franchisee, Est'd in 2017, Anaheim HQ
- 900+ Page Views
- 100+ Investor Views
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
5 thousand
Space Required
0 - 200 Sq Ft
Electrical Vehicle Distributor Opportunity
One Moto, 21 Distributors, Est'd in 2019, London HQ
- 10000+ Page Views
- 6000+ Investor Views
One Moto is an impact-driven, multi-award-winning manufacturer of electric vehicles globally headquartered in London with a regional HQ in Dubai.
Profitable, impact-driven EV start-up focused on last-mile delivery with multiple business verticals.
You have the opportunity to take on the ONE MOTO mobility brand of products and suite of services for your preferred territory.
The master distributor has the opportunity to appoint a sub-dealer network.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
100 thousand
Space Required
800 - 2000 Sq Ft
Book Publishing Franchise Opportunity
Boutique Brand International, 2 Franchisees, Est'd in 2019, London HQ
- 6000+ Page Views
- 3000+ Investor Views
Join the innovative educational sound book media business from Boutique Brand International. We have trademarked service that specialises in making innovative educational books with stories, sounds. Sound book is the better way for effective learning that keep readers entertained and motivated. With voice, we can improve memory scientifically. Our business has been a major success, based on its well-developed product and its valuable business ideas. Our handmade book is one-of-a-kind, trending product at the market, an increasingly lucrative option to start an upper-level business. Using our concept the franchise partner can produce high-quality 3D pop-up products, magazine, multilingual sound learning-books, music-books, cooking book, wedding book, family book, travel book, fitness book, brand business book for every occasion. DIY author package; Customised fashionable and stylish books. The founder is nominated by Women’s Council & Awards for her entrepreneurship. We will teach the franchise partner how to design and make creative books. The franchise partner has to produce different types of books depending on the demand and sell it to customers. For the international franchise partners, we will teach completely through online so that they can setup store and sell in their location. We have 2 franchise formats. The pop-up store is a kiosk setup that can be moved and arranged anywhere to sell the books. The store franchise format is a fixed outlet where they can sell the books. The franchise partner has to generate revenue by selling the books they have created.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
37 - 75 thousand
Space Required
50 - 200 Sq Ft
Restaurant Franchise Opportunity
The Studs - Sports Bar & Grill, 12 Franchisees, Est'd in 2017, Mumbai HQ
- 10000+ Page Views
- 5000+ Investor Views
One of India's leading brands in the Sports Bar and Lounge category.
- Offers a unique blend of nightlife and sports bar dining.
- Features contemporary Indian and global cuisine alongside expertly crafted cocktails.
- Present across 12 outlets in India, including Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune, Nagpur, Nainital, Ranchi, and Jalandhar.
- Known for exceptional food, high-end sports screenings, live music, entertainment, and pub games.
- Recognized as India's leader in F&B by The Economic Times.
- Awarded Best Sports & Entertainment Bar by Condé Nast Traveller UK.
- Consistently rated highest in India’s Food & Beverage segment by media outlets such as Travel Asia, Zomato, and The Economic Times.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
57 - 91 thousand
Space Required
2000 - 5000 Sq Ft
Training Institute Franchise Opportunity
HICM, 45 Franchisees, Est'd in 2015, Bengaluru HQ
- 5000+ Page Views
- 2000+ Investor Views
Hindustan Institute of Capital Market (HICM) is India’s No. 1 Investment banking, Fund Accounting and stock market training institute. Our course are well designed by CAs, CFAs and are NISM certified. These courses helps students find jobs easily in capital markets and investment banking and we assure 100 % job placements. We offer more than 35 courses to help students, traders, investors, entrepreneur or self motivated individuals who wants to learn and earn in stock markets.
Our brand has more than 13+ centers in India and we are inviting franchise partners to expand in their cities. Our preference is to invite partners from the finance & banking field but we would also be open to partners from different background. Once someone takes up the brand, we'll provide them training and resource for running the unit.
Have 2 commission based model. If we send the students to franchise partner, we'll work on 70:30 fees ratio where the franchise partner will be given 30% commission. Alternatively, if the franchise partner refers students through their own leads, then we offer them 40% commission on fees and rest 60% fees goes to the company.
The sales of INR 3 lakh per month with a profit margin of 30% is achievable as our already running outlets have been able to obtain such figures.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
3.4 thousand
Space Required
500 - 1000 Sq Ft
Apparel Store Franchise Opportunity
Hades, 3 Franchisees, Est'd in 2018, Bengaluru HQ
- 5000+ Page Views
- 2000+ Investor Views
Hades India Fashion aims for idealistic garments for the millennial culture to provide quality and satisfaction to all its customers. Hades in-house packaging exhibits class and elegance on the product inside, offering quality, finesse and resourceful packaging along with a product of high caliber. We are giving out sales partner opportunities to expand our brand reach across India.
Hades Fashion Enterprises are manufacturers of 100% Premium Cotton Shirts made from high-grade yarn-dyed fabrics. We have a varied range of fabric collections ranging from Oxfords to Poplin to Broadcloth to Supima to Giza Cotton. We design the best of clothing per your requirements at genuine prices.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
3.4 thousand
Space Required
200 - 1000 Sq Ft
Bakery Franchise Opportunity
I Love Babycakes, 3 Franchisees, Est'd in 2009, Mumbai HQ
- 8000+ Page Views
- 3000+ Investor Views
"I Love Babycakes" is a bakery running in Mumbai for 10 years and now launched in Hong Kong since January 2019. We specialize in cupcakes, teacakes, theme cakes, cookies, dessert jars, DIY baking kits. The bakery was started in Mumbai from a home kitchen in August 2009. We now have our own centralized commercial kitchen in Mumbai with a production capacity of over 1,500 cupcakes a day. We have retail presence in several prominent locations in Mumbai city. Other than supplying to cinemas we are also the official cake partners for the global kids theme park brand KidZania in Mumbai. We also take a number of personalized orders for baked products with many celebrity clients on our list. Other than this, we have our own online store and are present in various online food ordering platforms.
We started the brand in Hong Kong in January of 2019 and it has seen a tremendous response with very quickly being listed as among the best cake brands in the city. We also conduct a host of baking classes regularly for children and adults alike at our kitchen in Hong Kong.
We intend to take the brand "I Love Babycakes" to major cities in India and consequently outside of India to incorporate a cafe cum shared cloud kitchen model. The idea is to have a space with commercial kitchen equipment (with our brand name) where chefs and bakers can cook / bake and pay rent on an hourly basis to use. The space will also have an option for diners to come and dine on an all day dining menu. This space can also be rented out for baking / cooking classes to be hosted by the participating chefs where part of the proceeds will go to the owner. This model will allow self generating rents that can be used towards monthly operating expenses.
Having run successfully in India for the last 10 years, we are now looking at using the franchising model to further our reach. We are looking at increasing our presence in major cities of India and across the globe following the above model.
The goodwill of the Company and its popularity in Mumbai makes it an attractive choice. The freshness of the baked goods and the fun and creative nature of the brand makes it a brand of choice for interested franchisees.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
11.3 thousand
Space Required
1000 - 5000 Sq Ft
Car Wash Franchise Opportunity
WashCar, 1 Franchisee, Est'd in 2021, Riga HQ
- 600+ Page Views
- 100+ Investor Views
Washcar has revolutionized car washing, with over 100,000 satisfied customers in just 3 years.
- Our specialists deliver a level of quality no automatic wash can match.
- For B2B clients, Washcar is the most economical solution, as vehicles are cleaned on-site, eliminating relocation costs.
- We now offer the opportunity to become a Washcar franchise partner anywhere in the world, with services ready to launch within a week.
- We provide:
✅ A user-friendly app to manage bookings, orders, and payments.
✅ Professional equipment, cleaning toolkit, and training (online or at our facility)
✅ Continuous marketing support.
✅ Capacity to wash up to 3,600 cars annually with one unit.
- We are registered as an LLC in Latvia.
- Franchisees do not need to invest in a physical facility, as the entire business can be operated directly from a mobile van.
- Once customers book through the app, the van can be dispatched to their location, allowing services to be delivered on-site.
- This model eliminates the need for rent and significantly reduces fixed costs, making the operation far more profitable and flexible.
- Sales and profit projections are based on the performance of our existing outlet.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
42 thousand
Space Required
Nil
Restaurant Franchise Opportunity
Chittinaidu Pulavs, 1 Franchisee, Est'd in 2025, Bengaluru HQ
- 40+ Page Views
- 10+ Investor Views
Upcoming cloud kitchen brand specializing in authentic Andhra-style pulavs, curries, roasts, and kebabs.
- First-of-its-kind food concept focused on regional pulav varieties, differentiating from biryani-dominated players.
- Menu includes chicken and mutton pulavs, vegetarian classics, and signature combos designed for repeat customers.
- Standardized operations with centralized spice blends, replicable recipes, and easy-to-follow training programs (1–2 days).
- Franchisees can expect projected profit margins of up to 15%. The figure has been calculated based on local competitor benchmarks.
- Business has not started operations yet and is expected to launch by the end of next month.
- Valid FSSAI license obtained.
Exp Monthly Sales
USD
5.7 - 11.3 thousand
Space Required
300 - 3000 Sq Ft
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