Buy a WaBa Grill Franchise

WaBa Grill is a fast-casual restaurant chain founded in 2006 in Southern California, specializing in healthy, grilled rice bowls and plates made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The brand emphasizes nutritious meals without frying, microwaving, or artificial additives, offering proteins like fresh, never frozen chicken, marinated ribeye steak, wild-caught salmon, shrimp, organic tofu, and fresh vegetables. WaBa Grill has grown to nearly 200 locations, primarily on the West Coast, with plans for nationwide expansion. It is recognized for its simple, health-conscious menu that appeals to consumers seeking flavorful, convenient, and nutritious fast food.

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Why buy a WaBa Grill Franchise?

Investing in a WaBa Grill franchise offers entry into a proven, fast-growing brand in the healthy fast-casual space with a scalable business model and strong corporate support. With initial investment costs starting around $336,000, franchisees gain access to a simple, health-forward menu and a brand with a loyal following. WaBa Grill’s focus on quality ingredients, operational efficiency, and expanding footprint makes it an attractive opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking to capitalize on the booming healthy dining market.

WaBa Grill Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $35,000

    • Initial Investment

      $341,000 - $577,000

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      5%

  • Training & Support

    • 74 hours on the job training

    • 15 hours classroom training

    • Ongoing support

    • Marketing support

WaBa Grill – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    WaBa Grill provides franchisees with comprehensive training, operational guidance, marketing support, and access to proven systems designed for streamlined, profitable operations. Franchisees receive assistance with site selection, grand opening, and ongoing business development. The company expects full-time commitment, strong business acumen, and active promotion of the brand. Franchisees benefit from a collaborative relationship with the franchisor, leveraging a brand focused on quality, health, and customer satisfaction.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    WaBa Grill is regarded as one of the nation’s leading healthy rice bowl chains, with consistent double-digit sales growth over recent years. It has earned a loyal customer base and strong brand recognition, particularly in California and Arizona, and is rapidly expanding into new markets.

  3. Industry / Market

    The fast-casual healthy dining segment is growing rapidly, driven by increasing consumer demand for nutritious, convenient meals. WaBa Grill’s focus on fresh, grilled proteins and vegetables positions it well to capitalize on health and wellness trends. Expansion plans include new locations in Nevada, Texas, Central California, and Arizona, reflecting strong market potential.

  4. Ideal Owner

    The ideal WaBa Grill franchisee is a motivated, organized entrepreneur with restaurant or food service experience and excellent communication skills. A full-time commitment to the brand and operations is required. Owners should be passionate about healthy food, customer service, and growing a community-focused business.

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