About Tifa Foods International Franchise
Tifa Foods International is a restaurant franchise concept operating under the parent company Tifa, Inc.
The brand has been offering franchise opportunities since 2017 and specializes in bringing flavorful, internationally inspired cuisine to local markets.
Each location features a menu that draws from global culinary traditions, creating a dining experience that appeals to adventurous eaters and everyday diners alike.
Tifa Foods International Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$314K
Average Investment
$411K
Maximum Investment
$508K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $47,500.00 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Revenue per month | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $314,459 – $507,621 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $314K–$508K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Revenue per month) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (1) | $47,500 | $47,500 |
| Franchise Location – Rent/Security Deposit (2) | $5,000 | $16,000 |
| Leasehold Improvement (3) | $136,509 | $203,671 |
| Architectural, Engineering, Construction and/or Remodeling (4) | $5,000 | $12,000 |
| Kitchen Equipment Package (5) | $61,950 | $127,750 |
| Indoor/outdoor Furniture and Furnishings & Décor (6) | $8,700 | $13,500 |
| Inventory of Food, Beverages & Supplies (7) | $500 | $1,000 |
| Opening Inventory Food (8) | $13,000 | $15,000 |
| Pre-Operational Miscellaneous / Supply Cost & Small Wares (9) | $3,000 | $4,500 |
| Signage (10) | $5,000 | $12,000 |
| Utility Deposits, Licenses, Permits and System Set-up Fees (11) | $7,000 | $16,500 |
| Legal, Accounting and Insurance (12) | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| P.O.S. System Software, Security & Cameras, Computers (13) | $1,600 | $2,700 |
| Opening Advertising (14) | $1,200 | $2,500 |
| Franchisee / Management Certification Training (15) | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| Additional Funds – Initial 3 Months (16) | $15,000 | $25,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $12,500 |
| Technology Fee | 1% of Gross Revenue per month (may increase up to 2%) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of Audit and 1.5% interest per month on understated amount |
| Insurance | Amount paid by us for insurance you fail to obtain, and an administrative fee of 15% |
| Training Fee Upon Transfer of Business | $2,500 per person trained & travel and living expenses |
| Seminars and Training Conferences | Currently a maximum of $300 per person, plus travel and living expenses of approximately $1,000 to $2,000 |
| Additional Training Requested By You | Currently $350 per day, plus travel and expenses |
| Local Advertising Expense | 2% of your Gross Revenue monthly (for first 3 years) |
| Intranet Fee | If implemented, our cost |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Will vary under the circumstances |
| Indemnification | Will vary under the circumstances |
| Late Payment Charges | Maximum allowed by law, but not to exceed 1.5% per month |
| Review and Approval of Supplier | $1,000 |
| On-Line Menu and Ordering System | May be implemented in the future. |
| Unauthorized Failure to Be Open | $250 per unauthorized day you are closed without written permission from us |
| Training Cancellation Fee | $100 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 7 to 8 days |
| Classroom Training | 25.0 |
| On-the-Job Training | 40.5 |
| Training Location | Westlake Village, California, or the Agoura, California location or within twenty miles of these locations |
| Additional Training | Currently $350 per day, plus travel and expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected Territory |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | minimum population of one hundred thousand (100,000) persons, or a radius of four (4) miles, whichever is the lesser area |
| Description | An area surrounding the location with a minimum population of one hundred thousand (100,000) (based upon the U.S. Census Bureau report) persons, or a radius of four (4) miles, whichever is the lesser area. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | two additional 10-year periods |
| Renewal Conditions | If you are in good standing and not in default under the Franchise Agreement, you may enter into a successor franchise agreement, provided that: (i) you maintain possession of and agree to remodel and/or expand your franchised location, add or replace improvements, equipment and signs and otherwise modify your franchised location as we require to bring it into compliance with specifications and standards then applicable for an franchised location, or (ii) if you are unable to maintain possession of the Site, or if in our sole judgment your franchised location falls below our then current location standards and should be relocated, you secure substitute premises we accept, develop such premises in compliance with specifications and standards then applicable for your franchised location and continue to operate your franchised location at the Site until operations are transferred to the substitute premises. |
| Transfer Fee | $12,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | New franchisee qualifies, you pay us all amounts due, transferee and its managerial employees agree to complete training, transferee agrees to enter a new Franchise Agreement, transfer fee paid, we approve material terms, you subordinate amounts due to you, and you sign other documents we require- including general releases (also see “r” below). |
| Termination for Cause | We can terminate only if you commit one of several violations (subject to State Law, see Exhibit “P”). |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | No interest in competing business for 2 years at, or within 15 miles of, the Site or within 50 miles of any other Tifa Chocolate & Gelato location in operation or under construction (same restrictions apply after assignment). |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | You (or your Operating Partner) and one of your managerial employees that has satisfactorily completed our training program must assume responsibility for the Tifa Chocolate & Gelato café day-to-day management and operation and supervision of the Tifa Chocolate & Gelato café personnel. You (or your Operating Partner) must work a minimum of thirty (30) hours per week (other than vacation periods). During all hours of operations, the Tifa Chocolate & Gelato café must be under the direct supervision of you (or your Operating Partner) and a management-level employee who has satisfactorily completed our Initial Training Program or otherwise been trained by you if you have received our Training Certificate for Initial Training and meets our qualifications for a Tifa Chocolate & Gelato café Manager. |
| Required Suppliers | We reserve the right, under the Franchise Agreement, to require you to purchase certain items from us, our affiliate or an unaffiliated designated supplier. |
| Supply Restrictions | You must purchase all or nearly all of the inventory or supplies that are necessary to operate your business from the franchisor, its affiliates, or suppliers that the franchisor designates, at prices the franchisor or they set. These prices may be higher than prices you could obtain elsewhere for the same or similar goods. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $80,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer, directly or indirectly, any financing arrangements to you. Neither do we guarantee your note, lease or any other obligation. We do not place financing and, therefore, we do not receive payments for the placement of financing. |
Tifa Foods International Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$389K
Median Revenue
$355K
Revenue Range
$344K – $468K
Sample Size
3 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Tifa Foods International Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordTifa Foods International 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.
Tifa Foods International System Growth
Total Units
7
Franchised
5
Company-Owned
2
Tifa Foods International currently operates 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| 2022 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | 7 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$225K
Net Income
$45K
Total Assets
$287K
Audited by MUHAMMAD ZUBAIRY, CPA PC for year ending December 31.
Tifa Foods International Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Tifa Foods International franchise ranges from $314,459 to $507,621, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $47,500.00. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Tifa Foods International charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a 1% of Gross Revenue per month contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Tifa Foods International 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 Tifa Foods International to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Tifa Foods International franchise owners report average revenue of $389K and median revenue of $355K. This is based on a sample of 3 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Tifa Foods International has been franchising since 2017. The FDD shows an investment range of $314,459-$507,621, a 6% 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 $47,500.00 and the total investment ranges from $314,459 to $507,621 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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