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About Qdoba Mexican Grill
The fast casual franchise chosen by the world's toughest restaurant critics: Successful Franchisees.
We've attracted successful multi-unit franchisees from such brands as Jack in the Box, Papa John's, Burger King, Sonic, Popeye's and Village Inn, as well as a former president of KFC and a former CEO of Church's and Rally's. Clearly, they know a winning system when they see it.
* Exceptional sales-to-investment ratio
* 9 consecutive years of same store sales growth
* Leader in the exploding Fast-Casual Mexican category
Qdoba is more than just incredible food; it's a brand in the right place at the right time.
Requirements for becoming a Qdoba Multi-Unit Developer
Qdoba Mexican Grill is seeking multi-unit development partners in territories throughout the United States.
To be considered, individuals or partnerships must meet the following minimum characteristics:
* 3 years multi-unit restaurant management experience as an owner and/or operator
* Minimum financial net worth of $2 million and liquidity of $500,000
* Development agreement commitment of 3-20 units
* Knowledge of real estate and trade areas in development territory
* Must have enthusiasm, drive, and passion for the restaurant industry
* Operating partner must live in the territory
* Single unit franchises require a $750,000 net worth and are considered on a case by case basis
If you meet the above criteria and are interested in taking the next step, please contact us.
The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Qdoba
restaurant is $475,500 - $1,095,000. This includes $30,000 which must be
paid to the franchisor or their affiliates.
The total investment necessary to begin operation of a non-traditional Qdoba restaurant is
$251,500 - $815,000. This includes $15,000 which must be paid to the franchisor or their affiliates.
The franchisor may offer the right to enter into a development agreement to develop a minimum of two Qdoba restaurants pursuant to a development agreement. You must pay a development fee to the franchisor in the amount of $10,000 for each restaurant to be developed (there are no additional fees payable to their affiliates).
The franchisor may offer the right to enter into a development agreement to develop a minimum of two Qdoba restaurants pursuant to a development agreement. You must pay a development fee to the franchisor in the amount of $10,000 for each restaurant to be developed (there are no additional fees payable to their affiliates).
The total investment necessary under the development agreement, based on a commitment of two
Qdoba restaurants, is $952,000 to $2,195,000. This includes $20,000 of
development fees that must be paid to the franchisor or their
affiliates.
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#152 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
#293 in Franchise 500 for 2021.
Mexican Food Restaurant Franchise Opportunities
Below is a quick comparison of Qdoba Mexican Grill against other Mexican Food Restaurant franchises and business opportunities. For an in depth comparison of Qdoba Mexican Grill with another opportunity including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options click on the name of the company to view the detailed comparison.
| Franchise | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Advertising Fee | Development Costs |
| America's Taco Shop | $24,000-$30,000 | 6% | 4% | $247,350-$710,250 |
| Austin Grill | N/A | $1,807,000-$2,790,000 | ||
| Baja Fresh Mexican Grill | $25,000-$30,000 | 5% | 3% | $224,450-$993,040 |
| Baja Sol Tortilla Grill | $25,000 | 5% | 3%local, 1.5%nat'l | $230,000-$1,203,000 |
| Barberitos | $30,000 | 5% | 2% local | $119,800-$554,025 |
| BarBurrito | $15,000 | 5% | $176,200-$300,150 | |
| Berryhill Baja Grill | $25,500-$30,000 | 5% | $257,500-$527,500 | |
| Blue Coast Burrito | N/A | $368,000-$572,000 | ||
| Blue Moon Mexican Cafe | $40,000 | 5% | 2% local+ 1%Nat'l | $370,200-$482,500 |
| BluTaco | N/A | $9,000-$349,000 | ||
| Boloco Inspired Burritos | $25,000 | 6% | $190,000-$400,000 | |
| Bru-Go's Take-N-Bake Pizza Company | $19,500 | 4-5% | $76,200-$137,950 | |
| Bubbakoo's Burritos | $35,000 | 6% | 1% | $131,500-$398,000 |
| Bullritos | $10,000 | $693,600-$1,062,300 | ||
| BurritoVille | $25,000 | 6% | 2% | $100,000-$500,000 |
| Burros & fries | $35,000 | $319,770-$624,550 | ||
| C.O.Jones | N/A | $170,000 | ||
| California Tortilla | $40,000 | 5% | .5% local +2% Nat'l | $378,400-$697,000 |
| Cantina Laredo | $50,000 | 5% | $1,860,000-$2,565,000 | |
| Chili's | $40,000-$60,000 | $1,395,695-$4,637,695 | ||
| Chorizo Fresh Mex | $25,000 | 6% | 2% | $275,000-$500,000 |
| Chronic Tacos | $40,000 | 6% | 2% | $299,000-$799,000 |
| Cocina Mexican Grill | $18,000 | 5% | 3% | $191,600-$239,400 |
| Costa Vida | $30,000 | 6% | to 2% | $659,500-$1,025,000 |
| Currito | $25,000 | 6% | $200,000-$400,000 | |
| Del Taco | $35,000 | 5% | 4% | $859,700-$2,116,500 |
| Desert Moon-Fresh Mexican Grille | $25,000 | 5% | $264,500-$454,000 | |
| Diamond Dave's Mexican Restaurants | $15,000 | 4% | $189,000-$325,000 | |
| Digg's Taco Shop | $30,000 | $150,000-$500,000 | ||
| Eddie Peppers Mexican Grille | N/A | 0 | 0 | $10,000-$50,000 |
| El Chico Cafe | $35,000 | 5% | $1,550,000-$2,530,000 | |
| El Taco Tote Real Mexican Grill | $30,000 | 5% | $550,000 | |
| Extreme Pita | $30,000-$300,000 | 6% | 3% | $148,260-$418,100 |
| Fuzzy's Taco Shop | $35,000 | 3.5% - 5% | 2% | $770,500-$1,116,500 |
| Great Wraps | $22,500 | 5.5% | $159,500-$485,500 | |
| Hot Head Burritos | $15,000-$23,000 | 6% | 3% | $215,650-$694,700 |
| Izzo's Illegal Burrito | $40,000 | 5% | $380,500-$744,900 | |
| Jimboy's Tacos | $35,000 | 5% | 3% | $375,000-$1,379,000 |
| Joey's Mexican Grill | $18,000 | 5% | $180,000-$250,000 | |
| La Bamba | $30,000 | $187,000-$335,833 | ||
| La Salsa Fresh Mexican Grill | $25,000-$50,000 | 5% | 3% | $189,550-$992,590 |
| Lime Fresh Mexican Grill | $30,000 | 6% | $544,000-$730,000 | |
| Mad Mex | $45,000 | 6% | 3% | $250,000-$550,000 |
| Margaritas Mexican Restaurant | $30,000 | 4% | $1,182,000-$1,454,000 | |
| Maui Tacos | $30,000 | $500,000-$809,200 | ||
| Mexicali Rosa's | $25,000 | 4% of net sales | $250,000-$800,000 | |
| Moe's Southwest Grill | $30,000 | 5% | 2% | $457,400-$911,500 |
| Mucho Burrito | $20,000 | 5% | 4% | $172,300-$375,500 |
| New York Burrito-Gourmet Wraps | $15,000 | 7% | $85,000-$150,000 | |
| On The Border | N/A | 5% -4% | $112,600-$243,200 | |
| Panchero's Mexican Grill | $20,000-$30,000 | 5% | $404,325-$931,000 | |
| Pepe's Mexican Restaurants | $10,000-$15,000 | 4% | $207,000-$652,000 | |
| Pita Pit | $30,000 | 5% | 1% | $321,934-$497,382 |
| Pure Taqueria | $40,000 | 5%-6% | 1% | $954,000-$2,381,000 |
| Quesada | $20,000 | 6% | 3% | $150,700-$234,200 |
| Red Rock Chili Company | $25,000 | 6% | $215,500-$394,000 | |
| Rockin' Baja Lobster | $30,000 | 5% | $240,400-$1,200,000 | |
| Rusty Taco | $25,000 | 6% - 4% | 1%local | $529,817-$796,325 |
| Sea Casa | $20,000 | $221,500-$344,000 | ||
| Shaka Burrito! | $25,000 | 3% | $200,000-$250,000 | |
| Taco Bell | $25,000-$45,000 | 5.5% | 4.25% | $152,250-$3,049,100 |
| Taco Bueno | $35,000 | 5% | 5% | $639,000-$1,593,000 |
| Taco Del Mar | $15,000-$23,000 | 6% | $146,000-$294,000 | |
| Taco John's | $25,000 | 5% | 4% | $475,000-$1,599,000 |
| Taco Mayo | $15,000-$20,000 | $250,000-And Up | ||
| Taco Palace | $33,950 | 0-4% | $53,200-$133,100 | |
| Tacos 4 Life Grill | $35,000 | 5% | 1% | $585,000-$825,000 |
| TacoTime | $30,000 | 6% | $331,150-$636,800 | |
| TacoTime Canada | $20,000 | $207,500-$349,400 | ||
| Tijuana Flats Burrito | $25,000 | 5% | $133,500-$236,100 | |
| Wahoo's Fish Taco's | $25,000-$30,000 | 5% | 2% local | $540,000-$715,000 |
| Yolandas Tacos | $35,000 | $224,150-$306,250 | ||
| Zambrero | $30,000 | $350,000-$450,000 |