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Buy a L&L Franchise Franchise

L&L Franchise, Inc. is the parent company behind L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, a renowned Hawaiian-themed quick-service restaurant chain founded in 1976 by Eddie Flores Jr. and Johnson Kam. Originating in Honolulu, Hawaii, L&L has grown to become the largest and most successful franchised restaurant chain from Hawaii, with over 230 locations across 17 U.S. states and Japan. The brand is celebrated for its fresh, generous plate lunches featuring Hawaiian classics like Spam Musubi, Loco Moco, Kalua Pork, and Teriyaki, blending Asian and American flavors. L&L’s expansion to the mainland U.S. began in 1999, with a strategic rebranding to emphasize Hawaiian cuisine, helping it build a loyal customer base nationwide.

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Why buy a L&L Franchise Franchise?

Purchasing an L&L Hawaiian Barbecue franchise offers entry into a well-established, culturally rich brand with a proven business model and strong corporate support. The franchise’s low royalty and marketing fees, combined with flexible operations and a supportive “ohana” environment, provide franchisees with a competitive edge in the growing fast-casual market. Its authentic Hawaiian cuisine and expanding footprint make L&L a compelling opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a distinctive and scalable restaurant franchise.

L&L Franchise Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $35,000

    • Initial Investment

      $210,190 - $839,860

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      2% - 4%

  • Training & Support

    • 120 hours on the job training

    • 18 hours classroom training

    • Ongoing support

    • Marketing support

L&L Franchise – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    L&L Franchise, Inc. offers extensive support including pre-opening assistance with site selection, restaurant design, training, equipment procurement, and marketing. Franchisees receive on-site grand opening support from corporate chefs, ongoing training, marketing campaigns, operational manuals, field support, and merchandising assistance. The company fosters a family-like culture (“ohana”) that values cooperation and comprehensive franchisee support.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    L&L Hawaiian Barbecue has consistently ranked in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500, reflecting its strong market presence and growth. It is recognized as a legacy brand with over 70 years of history and a reputation for authentic Hawaiian comfort food and hospitality.

  3. Industry / Market

    The ideal L&L franchisee is an entrepreneur with at least $250,000 in liquid capital and a total investment budget ranging from approximately $234,000 to $838,000. Prospective owners should value community connection, be willing to engage with the brand’s culture, and leverage L&L’s proven systems to innovate locally while maintaining brand standards.

  4. Ideal Owner

    The quick-service restaurant industry continues to grow, with consumers increasingly seeking diverse, ethnic-inspired fast-casual dining options. L&L’s unique Hawaiian plate lunch concept and multi-state footprint position it well to capitalize on these trends, expanding both domestically and internationally.

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