Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is a fast casual restaurant franchise serving traditional Hawaiian plate lunches featuring tender protein, white rice, and macaroni salad in generous portions. The brand has rapidly gained a following for its…
Total Investment
$1.2M – $4.1M
Franchise Fee
$50,000
Royalty Rate
6% of Gross Payable weekly Gross Sales
Total Units
64
Franchising Since
N/A
🌻About Hawaiian Bros Franchise
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is a fast casual restaurant franchise serving traditional Hawaiian plate lunches featuring tender protein, white rice, and macaroni salad in generous portions.
The brand has rapidly gained a following for its simple, satisfying menu and warm, island inspired atmosphere that transports guests to the Hawaiian plate lunch experience.
The franchise fee for a Hawaiian Bros location is $50,000.
💰Hawaiian Bros Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1.2M
Average Investment
$2.6M
Maximum Investment
$4.1M
Fee Type
Amount
Notes
Initial Franchise Fee
$50,000
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
6% of Gross Payable weekly of gross sales
Ongoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad Fund
3% of Gross Sales
National brand fund
Total Investment Range
$1,160,660 – $4,117,147
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $1.2M–$4.1M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Payable weekly) and marketing fee (3% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
📋Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
Item
Low
High
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$9,000
$40,000
Decor, Millwork, Fixtures Approved
$43,500
$100,347
Equipment and Furniture Approved
$300,000
$525,000
Fire Third party
$73,000
$102,000
As arranged As incurred Approved suppliers
Grand Opening
Approved suppliers
Adve
We
estimate the site improvement and building or remodel costs of free-standing
$362,000
$2,415,000
ranging
from
$300,000
$400,000
to range from
$9,224
$37,570
The investment range includes costs of
$92,228
$100,347
The range includes sign packages of
$178,000
$200,000
💵Additional Fees (Item 6)
Fee Type
Amount
Transfer Fee
$10,000
🏦Financing (Item 10)
Detail
Information
Financing Available
No
Description
Franchisor does not offer financing.
📊Hawaiian Bros Franchise Earnings — Item 19
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Hawaiian Bros does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Hawaiian Bros does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
⚖Hawaiian Bros Litigation & Risk Flags
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Clean Litigation RecordHawaiian Bros 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.
📈Hawaiian Bros System Growth
Total Units
64
Franchised
32
Company-Owned
32
Hawaiian Bros currently operates 32 franchised locations and 32 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
❓Hawaiian Bros Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Hawaiian Bros franchise ranges from $1,160,660 to $4,117,147, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Hawaiian Bros charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Payable weekly of gross sales, plus a 3% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Hawaiian Bros 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 Hawaiian Bros to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Hawaiian Bros does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Hawaiian Bros has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,160,660-$4,117,147, a 6% of Gross Payable weekly royalty, and no 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 $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $1,160,660 to $4,117,147 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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Hawaiian Bros
Total Investment
$1.2M – $4.1M
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$50,000
Royalty6% of Gross Payable weekly
Marketing Fee3% of Gross Sales
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units64
Earnings Claim (Item 19)No
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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