About Chronic Tacos Franchise
Chronic Tacos is a fast casual Mexican restaurant brand that has been offering franchise opportunities since 2006.
Each location serves authentic, made to order Mexican cuisine including tacos, burritos, bowls, quesadillas, and nachos, all prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes.
The brand is known for its vibrant street art inspired decor and Southern California surf culture vibe.
Chronic Tacos Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$294K
Average Investment
$590K
Maximum Investment
$886K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 to $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Payable to us to be administered through our Advertising Fund. We reserve the ri | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $294,000 – $886,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $294K–$886K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Payable to us to be administered through our Advertising Fund. We reserve the ri) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Permitsand Licenses | $3,000 | $8,000 |
| Leasehold Construction2 | $110,000 | $475,000 |
| Signage | $7,500 | $10,000 |
| POS System/Audio/Video/Digital Menus4 | $8,000 | $20,000 |
| Equipment and Furniture | $70,000 | $200,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Uniforms | $500 | $500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $200 |
| Audit Fee | Payable only if audit shows an understatement of 3% or more of Gross Sales. |
| Late Charge3 | $200 |
| Daily Fee | $300 |
| Post-Opening On-Site Assistance | $300 |
| Site Location Review | $500 |
| Consultation Fee | $500 |
| Manual Replacement Fee | $500 |
| Gross-Up Fees | $600 |
| New Product and Supplier Testing | $1,000 |
| Post-TerminationGross Sales Fee | 6% of all revenue derived from the operation of the Competitive Business. |
| Relocation Fee | $2,500 |
| Franchise ConferenceFee | $500 |
| PrivateOffering Fee (Franchise Agreement and Area Development Agreement) | $10,000 |
| Relocation Assessment | An amount equalto the Royalty Fees you paid for your original Taco Restaurant du |
| Music Subscription Service | $30 |
| Permitsand Licenses | $3,000 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | Section 3.2 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Chronic Tacos Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$14.4M
Median Revenue
$951K
Revenue Range
$9.8M – $4.5M
Sample Size
14 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Chronic Tacos Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordChronic Tacos has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Chronic Tacos System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Chronic Tacos currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | ||
| 2019 | 0 | ||
| 2019 | 4 | ||
| 2019 | 0 | ||
| 2019 | 1 | ||
| 2019 | 0 | ||
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| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 0 | ||
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| 2021 | 0 | ||
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| 2021 | 3 | ||
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Chronic Tacos Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Chronic Tacos franchise ranges from $294,000 to $886,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $25,000 to $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Chronic Tacos charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Payable to us to be administered through
our Advertising Fund. We reserve the
ri contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Chronic Tacos Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Chronic Tacos to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Chronic Tacos franchise owners report average revenue of $14.4M and median revenue of $951K. This is based on a sample of 14 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Chronic Tacos has been franchising since 2006. The FDD shows an investment range of $294,000-$886,000, a 6% of Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $25,000 to $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $294,000 to $886,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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