The Halal Guys Franchise
The Halal Guys offers quick-service restaurants specializing in American Halal cuisine.
$1,000,000
$60,000
85
2014
Astoria,NY
Ahmed Abouelenein
About The Halal Guys
The Halal Guys is the fastest-growing American Halal franchise in the world, delivering mouthwatering chicken, gyros, and falafel platters to food enthusiasts across North America, Europe, and Asia. With 100 stores open and over 400 in development worldwide, it truly is the epitome of the American Dream.
The Halal Guys represents a unique brand in the restaurant industry, combining the rich cultural traditions of halal food with a proven business model that has seen success on a global scale. Our story starts in 1990 with three Egyptian founders who began a hot dog cart in New York City, later switching to halal food due to a lack in authentic options. Today, after decades of relentless effort and dedication, The Halal Guys is recognized for serving fresh, authentic American Halal food and has even been named the #1 most Yelped restaurant and top restaurant in New York City in 2017.
Franchise Unit Trends & Revenue
85
4
$1,432,433
* in 2024
Franchise Fees
$60,000
6.0%
Gross Sales
2.0%
Gross Sales
Why Choose The Halal Guys?
Choosing to franchise with The Halal Guys opens up an opportunity to be part of a global enterprise that has a committed and passionate customer base. Our franchisees benefit from joining a growing network of successful restaurant owners, with comprehensive training and robust support systems in place. Moreover, the brand holds a unique appeal for established franchisees of other major brands including Five Guys, Subway, Denny’s, Elevation Burger, Dunkin Donuts, & Caesar’s Palace who have identified The Halal Guys as a promising emerging brand.
Starting Costs & Investment Requirements
$461,400 - $1,333,500
$1,500,000
$1,000,000
Training & Support
Franchise training and support at The Halal Guys include:
- Access to proprietary recipes and menu development
- Full franchise fee for the first unit, 50% deposit for each additional unit
- $650,000 international fee paid upfront for a 10 unit minimum requirement
- Real estate, project management, and full supply line support
- Training and operational support for franchisees, managers, and employees
History
The Halal Guys was founded in 1990 when three Egyptian immigrants set up a hot dog cart in New York City. In the absence of authentic halal food in the five boroughs, they switched their menu to offer American Halal food, quickly becoming a hit among local Muslim taxi drivers who would frequent the cart and spread the word about their mouthwatering platters. As word of mouth spread, The Halal Guys' popularity soared beyond just the Muslim community, winning over locals and tourists looking to explore new and exotic food experiences. This quickly earnt The Halal Guys the title of the #1 most Yelped restaurant and the top restaurant in New York City in 2017 when asked Siri on an iPhone.
As the brand's popularity scaled year after year, The Halal Guys’ original carts operated around the clock, serving its guests in signature long lines that extended down the block. This led to the decision to expand and take the brand global, and today The Halal Guys has grown into a global enterprise, with 94 operational locations and over 400+ new restaurants under development across the world.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for a The Halal Guys franchise should be focused on exceptional operations and customer service, and keen on building multi-unit franchise territories. Having substantial business experience and a deep-rooted passion for The Halal Guys brand and the American halal food concept are highly desired. A professional General Manager as part of the team is also preferred. The prospective franchisee must be ready to commence development within the next 3-6 months, and prepared to develop a minimum 5-unit territory in a major U.S. area.
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