India’s organized foodservice sector has surpassed the ₹4 trillion mark, fueled by rising incomes, urbanization, and an evolving taste for both convenience and culinary experiences. Over the next five years, analysts project the market will expand at a 10–12 % CAGR, transforming everything from quick-serve cafés to premium dining concepts into high-growth opportunities. Franchising lets investors plug into this momentum with proven models—reaping 18–30 month break-evens, strong unit economics, and built-in brand equity—while capitalizing on established supply chains and marketing engines.
1. ATE (Altogether Experimental)
ATE blends Australian brunch vibes with global flavors, inventive desserts, and specialty coffee. Co-founders Vicky Mandal (restaurant consultant) and Anukriti Anand (pastry chef) rotate 20–30 % of their menu seasonally—from Choccy Chip Banana Bread Pancakes to Soba Noodle & Teriyaki Bowls—keeping the experience fresh and community-focused.
Franchise Metrics:
- Formats & Investment:
- Small (1,000 sq ft): ₹70–80 L → 40–45 % ROI
- Large (≥1,800 sq ft): ₹1–1.25 Cr → 60–65 % ROI
- Small (1,000 sq ft): ₹70–80 L → 40–45 % ROI
- Payback: ~24 months
- AOV: ~₹1,000
- Profit Model: EBITDA-sharing
- Footprint: 2 live stores (Chandigarh, Golf Course Ext.) + 2 in pipeline (GK, Noida)
2. Sheikh Chang Singh
Founded in 2020 by Akshay Sharma and Karan Chachra, Sheikh Chang Singh’s name—“Sheikh” for shawarma & falafel, “Chang” for rolls & momos, “Singh” for kebabs & curries—captures its 85-item fusion menu. A centralized kitchen ensures consistency, even as the brand scales rapidly across Delhi NCR, Jaipur, and highway corridors.
Franchise Metrics:
- Investment: ₹18–25 L
- Payback: 15–18 months
- AOV: ₹350
- EBITDA Margins: 18–20 %
- Royalties: 5 % + 2 % marketing fee
- Footprint: 15 live outlets; 5 more opening this quarter
3. Tan Coffee
Since 2018, Nishant Mittal and Shivank Verma have grown Tan Coffee from 3 to 11 outlets in 18 months, offering an extensive beverage menu alongside in-house Continental, Italian, and Mexican dishes. Their minimalist interiors and outdoor seating have made it a go-to specialty café across Delhi, UP, Hyderabad, Raipur, and Punjab.
Franchise Metrics:
- Investment: ₹75–80 L
- Payback: 24 months
- AOV: ₹950–1,000
- EBITDA Margins: 25–30 %
- Footprint: 11 live outlets; 4 more in pipeline
- Profit Model: EBITDA-sharing
4. Wakhra Swaad
Launched in 2016 by Chef Arjun Thakkar and Ravi Bajaj, Wakhra Swaad reinterprets North Indian dhaba cuisine with modern techniques. Drawing on age-old family recipes, it delivers consistent, bold flavors across its outlets.
Franchise Metrics:
- Footprint: 4 COCO outlets + 1 FOFO outlet
- Investment: ₹80–90 L
- ROI: 40–50 % p.a.
- Payback: 18–24 months
- Average Ticket Size: ₹700–1,500 (couples), ₹1,500–2,500 (families)
- Royalties: 9–10 % of sales
5. Tribal Brew
Tribal Brew brings bean-to-cup freshness on the go, sourcing micro-lots from a 90-year-old family estate and serving them through compact urban kiosks. Its sustainable, transparent approach appeals to busy professionals seeking quality coffee quickly.
Franchise Metrics:
- Model: FOCO
- Investment: ₹20 L
- Payback: ~18–24 months
- AOV: ₹200–250
- Profit Model: EBITDA-sharing
- Footprint: 2 COCO outlets (Bengaluru); 4 new in pipeline (Sarjapur, Church St, JP Nagar, Mysore)
6. Café Wink
Since its founding on September 1, 2011, Café Wink has evolved from a modest takeaway outlet into one of East Delhi’s most Instagram-worthy cafés. Over the past 13 years, it has served more than 5 million customers, maintained a 4.4 Zomato rating, and built a 50,000-strong Instagram following with a 60 million-reach campaign during Christmas 2023.
Franchise Metrics:
- Investment: ₹1.5 – 2.0 Cr for a 2,000 sq ft outlet
- Payback Period: 18 – 24 months
- Average Order Value (AOV): ₹1,300 – 1,500 per customer
- Annual Revenue: ~₹7 Cr per outlet
- Footprint: 1 live outlet (Anand Vihar) + 3 in pipeline (Noida, Dwarka, Gurgaon)
- Profit Model: FOCO (Franchise Owned, Company Operated) with EBITDA-sharing
Your Next Move – Connect with BBFT
Ready to capitalize on India’s fastest-growing café and QSR concepts—brands that deliver 40–65 % annual ROI and break even 18-24 months? Partner with BBFT today to secure your exclusive territory in ATE’s trendsetting experiential cafés, Sheikh Chang Singh’s fusion QSR network, Café Wink’s premium Italian outlets, Tan Coffee’s specialty brewhouses, Wakhra Swaad’s modern dhabas, or Tribal Brew’s on-the-go kiosks—each vetted for robust unit economics and rapid scale. Submit your inquiry now to receive our Investor Prospectus, reserve your franchise rights, and start earning from day one.
