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Buy a Tony Roma’s Franchise

Tony Roma’s, founded in 1972 in North Miami, Florida, is a globally recognized casual dining restaurant specializing in its World-Famous Baby Back Ribs. With over 100 locations across five continents, Tony Roma’s has built a strong reputation for quality ribs, steaks, seafood, and signature dishes like Kicking Shrimp, Onion Loaf, and Romaritas cocktails. The brand emphasizes a family-friendly dining experience with a focus on great food and friendly service. Recently, Tony Roma’s announced plans to launch a new 3,000+ square foot full-service dining prototype alongside a 500 square foot fast-casual concept called Bones & Burgers™, designed to cater to on-the-go guests while maintaining quality and freshness. The company is led by a visionary leadership team aiming to expand the brand and diversify its dining portfolio.

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Why buy a Tony Roma’s Franchise?

Investing in Tony Roma’s offers the opportunity to join a globally recognized brand with a loyal customer base and a proven track record in casual dining. Franchisees benefit from comprehensive training, established operational systems, and strong marketing support. The brand’s commitment to innovation, including new prototypes and fast-casual concepts, provides growth potential in a dynamic market. With a strong heritage, award-winning menu, and expanding footprint, Tony Roma’s presents a compelling franchise opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a scalable, family-friendly restaurant business. Initial investment ranges from approximately $1.77 million to $2.91 million, with a $35,000 franchise fee, 4% royalty, and 2% advertising fee.

Tony Roma’s Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $35,000

    • Initial Investment

      $1,773,500 - $2,911,000

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      4%

  • Training & Support

    • 472 hours on the job training

    • 21 hours classroom training

Tony Roma’s – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    Tony Roma’s offers franchisees extensive support including 472 hours of on-the-job training and 21 hours of classroom instruction. Franchisees receive assistance with site selection, grand opening, marketing, and ongoing operational guidance. The brand provides proprietary systems to ensure consistency and quality across locations. Franchise agreements include exclusive territories, and the company requires hands-on management—absentee ownership is not permitted. The franchisor supports franchisees with national marketing campaigns and operational best practices to maximize profitability.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    Tony Roma’s has won multiple awards for “Best Ribs in America” in national competitions judged by international panels. The brand is widely recognized as the world’s largest casual dining chain specializing in ribs, with a history of industry acclaim and customer loyalty. Its signature Baby Back Ribs have become a culinary icon, contributing to the brand’s enduring reputation and success.

  3. Industry / Market

    The casual dining sector remains competitive but offers growth opportunities through innovation and brand differentiation. Tony Roma’s expansion into fast-casual with Bones & Burgers™ reflects evolving consumer preferences for convenience without sacrificing quality. The global restaurant industry continues to recover and grow post-pandemic, with increasing demand for premium, family-friendly dining experiences. Tony Roma’s established brand equity positions it well to capitalize on these trends.

  4. Ideal Owner

    The ideal Tony Roma’s franchisee has a minimum net worth of $1 million and at least $500,000 in liquid capital. Candidates should be hands-on operators with strong leadership skills, committed to maintaining high standards of food quality and customer service. Experience in full-service restaurant management is highly recommended due to the complexity and scale of operations. Owners must be prepared to invest significant time and resources, as absentee ownership is not allowed.

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