About Gai Chicken Franchise
Gai Chicken & Rice is a fast casual restaurant franchise serving authentic Thai chicken and rice dishes in a quick service setting.
Franchising since 2023, the brand brings traditional Thai flavors to urban and suburban diners seeking affordable, flavorful ethnic cuisine prepared with quality ingredients and authentic recipes.
The initial franchise fee is $29,900.
Gai Chicken Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$303K
Average Investment
$369K
Maximum Investment
$435K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $29,900 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 0.25% Brand Development + 1% National Digital + 0.25% Local Store Marketing | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $302,900 – $435,400 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $303K–$435K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (0.25% Brand Development + 1% National Digital + 0.25% Local Store Marketing) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $29,900 | $29,900 |
| Training Travel/Living | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Real Property/Deposits | $15,000 | $30,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $100,000 | $150,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Decor | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Initial Inventory/Supplies | $20,000 | $33,000 |
| Signage | $6,000 | $10,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Licenses, Permits | $5,000 | $7,000 |
| Insurance (3 months) | $2,500 | $3,000 |
| Equipment, TV, Cameras | $65,000 | $75,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,500 | $3,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $40,000 | $60,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Greater of 35% of franchise fee or 5% of sale price |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of then-current franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | $200-$400/month POS plus transaction costs |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection if underpayment 2%+ |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $5,000-$10,000 |
| Customer Survey Fee | $15/month |
| Retraining Fee | $250/trainee/day |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 12 hours classroom + 43 hours OJT |
| Classroom Training | 12 |
| On-the-Job Training | 43 |
| Training Location | Affiliate outlet in Gardena, California or other training center |
| Additional Training | Post-opening consultation available. Opening within 270 days of signing. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive geographic territory |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Normally 3-mile radius around outlet location |
| Description | Exclusive territory not dependent on sales volume. Franchisor reserves right to use other distribution channels within territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Additional 10-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of then-current franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Fully complied; capital expenditures met; no default; sign current agreement; sign release; pay fee. |
| Transfer Fee | Greater of 35% of franchise fee or 5% of sale price |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor approval; right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | 5 days for payment; 10 days insurance; 30 days other curable. Immediate for misrepresentation, felony, abandonment, insolvency. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | 2 years within 25 miles of any franchised outlet or franchisor-owned business. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Franchisee or Designated Manager must devote at least 40 hours/week to operations. |
| Required Suppliers | Proprietary sauces and uniforms exclusively from franchisor. ~70% establishment, ~30% ongoing from approved suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | All food, supplies, equipment must meet franchisor standards. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | No revenue from franchisee purchases in FY 2022. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Gai Chicken Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$1.2M
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Gai Chicken Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordGai Chicken 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.
Gai Chicken System Growth
Total Units
2
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
2
Gai Chicken currently operates 0 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 1 states: MI
Gai Chicken Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Gai Chicken franchise ranges from $302,900 to $435,400, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $29,900. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Gai Chicken charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a 0.25% Brand Development + 1% National Digital + 0.25% Local Store Marketing contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Gai Chicken 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 Gai Chicken to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Gai Chicken franchise owners report average revenue of $1.2M. This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Gai Chicken has been franchising since 2023. The FDD shows an investment range of $302,900-$435,400, a 5% of Gross Revenue 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 $29,900 and the total investment ranges from $302,900 to $435,400 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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