How much does it cost to open a Habib’s franchise?

The Habib’s chain of Arabic restaurants currently has more than 300 stores spread across 14 states in the country and the Federal District. Those who wish to join the company’s franchise team can become owners with an initial investment of R$440,000.

In a note sent to the website This Is Moneythe group’s president, Alberto Saraiva, states that there is an expectation of opening 50 new units in 2024.

“The focus of the expansion, initially, is on capitals and large, medium-sized cities with over 100,000 inhabitants, places where shopping malls, supermarkets and commercial areas are the right destinations for sightseeing and shopping,” says Saraiva.

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According to the businessman, the flow of cars and people is analyzed before creating a new location. Habib’s seeks “positive corners” with easy access for the public, visibility and safety. When selecting franchisees, the search is for an “owner with a belly on the counter”, in the words of the executive.

“We look for candidates and potential franchisees who can monitor the store’s day-to-day operations, team alignments, cash register closings, standardization and customer experience,” says Saraiva, who adds the need to be aware of operational health indicators.

Available franchise models

The different formats offered vary according to the available area. The initial investment indicated in each model does not include the value of the commercial space. Check the list from largest to largest:

Indoor kiosk

Model designed for indoor areas of shopping malls, galleries and supermarkets.

• Footage: From 7.5 m², with 15 m² of support area
• Initial investment: R$ 440 thousand
• Average monthly revenue: R$140,000 to R$200,000
• Return on investment: from 20 months

Outdoor kiosk

Model designed for external areas of shopping malls, galleries and supermarkets.

• Footage: From 7.9 m², with 15 m² of support area
• Initial investment: R$ 460 thousand
• Average monthly revenue: R$140,000 to R$200,000
• Return on investment: from 21 months

100% Fast

Model designed for quick service in food courts in shopping malls, galleries and supermarkets, among others.

• Footage: From 65 m²
• Initial investment: R$ 950 thousand
• Average monthly revenue: R$ 250 thousand
• Return on investment: from 30 months

100% Fast with Salon

Model developed for quick service in food courts in shopping malls, galleries, hypermarkets, among others.

• Footage: From 80 m²
• Initial investment: R$ 1.2 million
• Average monthly revenue: R$ 300 thousand
• Return on investment: from 30 months

Conventional Fast

Model developed for conventional service, with table service and full menu, inside shopping malls, galleries, among others.

• Footage: From 185 m²
• Initial investment: R$ 1.5 million
• Average monthly revenue: R$ 450 thousand
• Return on investment: from 30 months

Conventional street

Model developed to encompass various channels and services. Its focal points are streets, avenues or other outdoor areas with a large flow of people.

• Footage: From 350 m², on land with at least 1,300 m²
• Initial investment: R$ 3.5 million
• Average monthly revenue: R$ 650 thousand
• Return on investment: from 40 months