Buy a Landry’s Franchise

Landry’s, Inc. is a powerhouse multi-brand dining, hospitality, and entertainment corporation founded in 1980 by Tilman J. Fertitta, starting as a Gulf Coast seafood spot in Texas. It now owns and operates over 600 properties across 40+ brands like Landry’s Seafood, Saltgrass Steak House, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., Morton’s The Steakhouse, Rainforest Cafe, and Chart House, spanning restaurants, hotels, casinos, and attractions in the U.S. and abroad. Known for prime locations near retail, entertainment hubs, and waterfronts, Landry’s emphasizes fresh food, stellar service, and diverse concepts appealing to all demographics. With aggressive acquisitions—like Rainforest Cafe in 2000 and Mastro’s in 2013—it has grown into a $1.7B+ empire under Fertitta’s sole ownership since 2010. Franchise opportunities focus on international and select domestic markets, offering strategic partnerships in its proven portfolio for operators seeking upscale casual dining scale.

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Why buy a Landry’s Franchise?

Landry’s franchises tap a diversified portfolio of proven brands with national recognition, robust corporate backing, and prime-site advantages for steady traffic. In a competitive dining landscape, its acquisition-fueled scale, international potential, and recession-tested model offer strong ROI for ambitious operators building legacy businesses.

Landry’s Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $25K–$50K

    • Initial Investment

      $500K+

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      4-6%

  • Training & Support

    • Comprehensive operations training

    • Ongoing support

    • Marketing support

Landry’s – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    Landry's provides tailored support for affiliates, including site selection guidance, training programs, operational manuals, marketing resources, and supply chain access across its vast network. Franchisees benefit from the corporate expertise of a multi-brand giant, with ongoing field support, technology tools, and brand synergy for efficient launches and growth in high-traffic spots.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    Landry's ranks among top U.S. restaurant groups, with Fertitta earning recognition as a hospitality titan via outlets like Restaurant Business Power 20. Its brands feature in Franchise 500 lists historically, praised for innovation, expansion, and iconic concepts like Rainforest Cafe in Disney parks, cementing its deal-making prowess.

  3. Industry / Market

    The full-service dining sector, including seafood and steakhouses, grows steadily at 4-6% annually, fueled by $900B+ U.S. restaurant sales and rising demand for experiential waterfront/upscale casual spots. Landry's thrives in this resilient market, bolstered by tourism recovery and entertainment integrations projecting 5%+ CAGR through 2030.

  4. Ideal Owner

    Ideal Landry's franchisees are seasoned restaurateurs or investors with $1M+ net worth, hospitality experience, and capital for prime real estate. They excel in multi-unit management, customer service, and aligning with Landry's high standards for operations in vibrant locations.

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