About The Port of Peri Peri Franchise
The Port of Peri Peri is a fast casual restaurant franchise specializing in made to order Peri Peri chicken and other proteins prepared with all natural, fresh ingredients.
Franchising since 2019, the brand serves sandwiches, pitas, wraps, salads, and side dishes, bringing the bold, spicy flavors of Peri Peri sauce to the American fast casual market.
The franchise fee is $35,000 for a traditional restaurant and $25,000 for a food truck, commissary, or express model.
The Port of Peri Peri Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$224K
Average Investment
$361K
Maximum Investment
$498K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 - $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Gross Sales (currently 0.5% for Brand Development Fund) and 1% of Gross Sales for Local Advertising (can be increased up to 2%) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $224,000 – $498,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $224K–$498K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Gross Sales (currently 0.5% for Brand Development Fund) and 1% of Gross Sales for Local Advertising (can be increased up to 2%)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Lease Deposit | $2,000 | $25,000 |
| Lease Rental Payments | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Utility Installation | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $60,000 | $125,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising and Marketing | $6,000 | $7,000 |
| Insurance | $3,000 | $8,000 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Equipment Package (furniture, fixtures, equipment, graphics package, signage) | $60,000 | $200,000 |
| Training Expenses | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Professional Fees, Licenses and Permits | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Architectural Fees | $6,000 | $24,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $35,000 | $35,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Technology Fee | $275 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit plus interest on underpayment (highest rate permitted by law, not to exceed 1.5% per month) if understatement of Gross Sales is 2% or more |
| Relocation Fee | $5,000 |
| Late Fee | $10 per day for first 10 days, then $50 per day thereafter |
| Non-Reporting Enforcement Fee | $10 per day |
| Additional Training | Currently $300 per day, plus travel expenses, room and board for our trainer |
| Supplier Approval Charge | Costs and expenses actually incurred evaluating proposed alternative supplier and/or product (not more than cost of inspection and testing) |
| Legal Costs and Professional Fees | Our costs and expenses |
| Non-Compliance | $250 for deviations from operations requirements |
| Management Fee | $350 per person per day (plus other costs and expenses) |
| National Convention Fee | If established, $500 per person |
| Phone Application | $199 per month |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately three to four weeks (7 days in-store initial training) |
| Classroom Training | 9-10 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 47 hours |
| Training Location | Corporate training center in Villa Park, Illinois, or another certified training center we may designate from time to time |
| Additional Training | Franchisee and/or designated managers must attend additional training programs, sales meetings, operations meetings and conventions as specified. Franchisee is responsible for all expenses incurred, including a current additional training fee of $300 per day plus travel, expenses, room and board for the trainer for additional attendees beyond the first four. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Typically a 5-mile radius around premises, or 2 blocks to 5-mile radius/population up to 30,000 in major metropolitan downtown areas. |
| Description | Once the Premises are secured, a Designated Territory will be defined, typically a 5-mile radius around the Premises. In major metropolitan downtown areas or central business districts, the territory may be limited to a 2-block to 5-mile radius or a geographical area with a population of up to 30,000. The franchisor will not open or license another restaurant within your Designated Territory as long as you are in compliance with the agreement. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | One additional term of 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, you must be in good standing, meet defined requirements, provide notice 6-9 months prior to term end, execute a new franchise agreement (which may have different terms), execute a general release, pay a $10,000 renewal fee, remodel/refurbish/modernize the restaurant to current standards, and comply with other conditions. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers are subject to franchisor's prior written consent, which will not be unreasonably withheld if conditions are met. Conditions include: all monetary obligations satisfied, existing defaults cured, execution of a general release by franchisee and principals, provision of executed purchase agreement, transferee meeting franchisor's educational, managerial, business, moral, financial, and credit standards, transferee executing the then-current franchise agreement for the remaining term, transferee completing initial training, compliance with post-termination provisions, and obtaining all necessary permits/licenses. No transfer fee is charged for transfers to immediate family members or to a wholly-owned business entity for SBA/bank financing. |
| Termination for Cause | Automatic termination without notice occurs if franchisee becomes insolvent, files for bankruptcy (or petition filed against and consented to, not dismissed within 30 days), a receiver is appointed, a final judgment of $10,000+ remains unsatisfied for 60+ days, or franchisee attempts an invalid transfer. Termination upon notice without cure opportunity occurs for fraud/misrepresentation, failure to complete initial training, three or more notices to cure defaults within 24 months (or two within 12 months), violation of in-term non-compete, misuse of proprietary marks/confidential information/software, default on other agreements with franchisor/affiliates/suppliers, lease default, or failure to open within prescribed time. Other defaults allow 30 days to cure. Failure to provide POS access allows 3 days to cure. Failure to pay amounts due allows 10 days to cure. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the agreement and for two (2) years after its expiration, non-renewal, or transfer. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee, principals, owners, guarantors, and immediate family may not directly or indirectly be involved with a Competing Business (similar food products, licenses/franchises for competing business), employ/solicit franchisor/franchisee employees, or divert customers. Post-term, for two years, these parties may not be involved with a business competing with franchisor in offering/granting licenses/franchises in areas where franchisor has offered/sold franchises. Also, for two years post-term, they may not be involved with a Competing Business within a 5-mile radius of the Designated Territory or any other restaurant location existing/under development, solicit customers of former business, or contact franchisor's suppliers/vendors for competitive purposes. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | You (or an approved individual designated by you) must personally participate as the primary operator of your The Port of Peri Peri Restaurant at all times, devoting substantial full-time and best efforts on a daily basis, in person, to supervision and conduct. For multiple restaurants under a Development Agreement, multiple approved managers are permitted, each devoting substantial full-time and best efforts. Designated managers must successfully complete the training program and do not require an ownership interest. |
| Required Suppliers | You must purchase food inventory (including chicken), spices, gift cards, menus, kitchen equipment and items, disposable products, and branded materials from us or an Approved Supplier. We are the sole approved supplier of certain proprietary spice mixes and gift cards and related supplies. |
| Supply Restrictions | You are prohibited from buying or selling goods, services, supplies, fixtures, equipment or inventory from or to any other current or former The Port of Peri Peri franchisee without our written authorization. If you desire to use an alternate supplier, you must make a written request for approval, which will not be unreasonably withheld. We may require inspection and testing of supplier facilities and samples, with costs borne by you or the supplier. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $13,050.73, or 1.6% of total revenue of $791,272, for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or any other obligations. |
The Port of Peri Peri Franchise Earnings — Item 19
The Port of Peri Peri 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.
The Port of Peri Peri 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.
The Port of Peri Peri Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordThe Port of Peri Peri has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
The Port of Peri Peri System Growth
Total Units
22
Franchised
16
Company-Owned
6
The Port of Peri Peri currently operates 16 franchised locations and 6 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 10 | 0 | 18 |
| 2020 | 4 | 3 | 19 |
| 2021 | 6 | 3 | 22 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 6
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$791K
Net Income
$47K
Total Assets
$356K
Audited by SCHULTZ & CHEZ, L.L.P. for year ending December 31.
The Port of Peri Peri Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a The Port of Peri Peri franchise ranges from $224,000 to $498,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $25,000 - $35,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
The Port of Peri Peri charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of Gross Sales (currently 0.5% for Brand Development Fund) and 1% of Gross Sales for Local Advertising (can be increased up to 2%) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the The Port of Peri Peri 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 The Port of Peri Peri to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
The Port of Peri Peri 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.
The Port of Peri Peri has been franchising since 2019. The FDD shows an investment range of $224,000-$498,000, a 5% of Gross Sales royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $25,000 - $35,000 and the total investment ranges from $224,000 to $498,000 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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