About Peri Peri Original Franchise
Peri Peri Original is a restaurant franchise offering Peri Peri Grilled Chicken, Burgers, Sandwiches, Wraps, and more.
Franchisees operate a fixed-location restaurant serving the general public with a menu centered around peri peri-style grilled chicken and related items.
The target customers are the general public, and sales are year-round.
Peri Peri Original Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$242K
Average Investment
$490K
Maximum Investment
$737K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1.5% of Gross Revenue (National Advertising and Development Fund, once implemented upon 30-day notice) plus 1.5% of Gross Revenues for Local Advertising | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $242,000 – $737,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $242K–$737K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (1.5% of Gross Revenue (National Advertising and Development Fund, once implemented upon 30-day notice) plus 1.5% of Gross Revenues for Local Advertising) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Traveling and Living Expenses while Training | $3,000 | $4,000 |
| Real Property Rent and Security Deposits (3 months) | $18,000 | $34,750 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $75,000 | $450,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Décor | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| Initial Inventory and Supplies | $5,000 | $14,000 |
| Signage | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Licenses, Permits, and Certifications | $750 | $2,500 |
| Insurance (3 Months) | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Kitchen Equipment | $60,000 | $110,000 |
| TV, Cameras, and other Supplies | $4,000 | $6,500 |
| Computer and POS System & Kiosks | $9,800 | $14,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,450 | $3,250 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $10,000 | $25,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | Approximately $500 per month plus transaction costs (POS and Software Fees) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection plus underpayment plus interest if underpayment is 2% or more |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $3,000 - $6,000 |
| Interest on Overdue Amounts | Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest commercial contract interest rate allowed by law |
| National Franchise Convention Fee | $500 |
| Maintenance and Refurbishing of Business | Franchisor's actual expenses |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $75 |
| Relocation Assistance | Franchisor's actual cost |
| Retraining Fee | $500 per trainee per day or then-current standard rates, whichever is greater |
| Additional Training or Assistance | $500 per day per person plus expenses |
| Product and Service Purchases | Actual amount incurred |
| Testing of Products or Approval of New Suppliers | Not to exceed $1,000 |
| Customer Service Fee | Actual cost |
| E-mail Maintenance Fee | Up to $50/month per e-mail address |
| Insurance | Franchisor's costs if franchisee fails to obtain |
| De-Identification Reimbursement Fee | Actual costs incurred |
| Management Fee | $500 per person per day plus costs and expenses |
| Indemnification | Varies |
| Cost of Enforcement | All costs including reasonable attorneys' fees |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 40 hours total (6 hours classroom, 34 hours on-the-job) |
| Classroom Training | 6 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 34 hours |
| Training Location | Affiliate outlet in Herndon, VA or another designated franchise training center |
| Additional Training | Ongoing training may be required, up to 2 sessions per calendar year, at $500 per person per day. Additional training for newly-hired personnel, refresher courses, conventions, seminars, conferences, and webinars available at $500 per person per day plus expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Normally a 1-mile radius around the outlet |
| Description | The franchisee receives an exclusive territory defined by radius, zip codes, natural, or political boundaries. The franchisor promises not to establish company-owned or franchised outlets selling similar goods/services under the same marks within the territory. Territorial rights do not depend on sales volume or market penetration and cannot be altered even with population increases. However, the franchisor reserves the right to use other channels of distribution (Internet, catalog, telemarketing) within the territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years (successive terms) |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Must have fully complied with all provisions; made necessary capital expenditures to maintain System uniformity; satisfied all monetary obligations; not in default; given written notice 9-12 months prior to expiration; sign then-current franchise agreement (which may have materially different terms); comply with current qualifications and training requirements; sign a general release (subject to state law). |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor must approve transfer; all obligations paid; general release signed by franchisee and transferee; transferee meets business/financial standards; transferee signs then-current franchise agreement; copy of transfer documents provided; transfer fee paid; transferee completes initial training program; non-competition agreement signed by franchisee. |
| Termination for Cause | Non-curable defaults include: failure to establish/equip/commence operations; failure to complete training; failure to maintain licenses for 5+ business days; material misrepresentation; felony conviction; unauthorized use of trade secrets; abandonment for 5+ consecutive days; unauthorized transfer of control; insolvency; repeated breaches (3 times in 12 months). Curable defaults: 5 days for payment failures; 10 days for insurance failures; 30 days for other defaults. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years after termination or expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | For 2 years after termination/expiration, franchisee may not offer competitive business services within 25 miles of the franchised business, any other Peri Peri Original or Kallisto Steakhouse business, or any franchisor-owned business; may not solicit customers or business associates to compete or terminate relationships with franchisor. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Either the franchisee or an approved on-site Designated Manager must devote not less than 40 hours per week to day-to-day operations. The Designated Manager is not required to own an equity interest in the franchisee entity. If the Designated Manager must be replaced, a replacement must be approved within 60 days and may need to complete the training program. |
| Required Suppliers | Affiliate Crunchy Bite LLC is the sole approved supplier of spices, breading, interior signs, interior decorations, uniforms, and kids toys. Franchisor is an approved supplier of advertising material. Franchisees must purchase inventory, supplies, furniture, fixtures, equipment, computer hardware/software, signage, and insurance from approved suppliers or according to franchisor specifications. |
| Supply Restrictions | Approximately 70% of establishment expenditures and 30% of ongoing expenditures must be from franchisor, affiliate, approved suppliers, or according to franchisor specifications. Franchisee may propose alternative suppliers for approval (up to $1,000 testing fee, 30-day response time). |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor may but does not currently derive revenue from required purchases. Affiliate Crunchy Bite LLC may earn revenue from required franchisee purchases. In fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, neither franchisor nor affiliate earned revenue from required purchases. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing and does not guarantee any note, lease, or obligation. |
Peri Peri Original Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Peri Peri Original does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Peri Peri Original does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Peri Peri Original Litigation & Risk Flags
2 Pending Actions ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Peri Peri Original System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Peri Peri Original currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 2 states: MD, VA
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Total Assets
$50K
Audited by Smith, Buzzi & Associates, LLC for year ending December 31.
Peri Peri Original Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Peri Peri Original franchise ranges from $242,000 to $737,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $30,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Peri Peri Original charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a 1.5% of Gross Revenue (National Advertising and Development Fund, once implemented upon 30-day notice) plus 1.5% of Gross Revenues for Local Advertising contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Peri Peri Original Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Peri Peri Original to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Peri Peri Original does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Peri Peri Original has been franchising since 2025. The FDD shows an investment range of $242,000-$737,000, a 6% of Gross Revenue royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 2 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $30,000 and the total investment ranges from $242,000 to $737,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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