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Masala Bowl Indian Cafe

Masala Bowl Indian Cafe is a fast, affordable restaurant that is looking to provide West Coast, United States citizens with an alternative to burgers, tacos and other common American faire. If a customer is craving spicy, tangy, savory, mild or bold, Masala Bowl Cafe is the place to stop by.

Facts & figures

Liquid capital required

$200,000

Net worth required

$500,000

Investment

$202,000 - $437,000

Franchise fee

$15,000

Units in operation

Headquartered in Fullerton, California, Masala Bowl Indian Cafe was founded in 2005 and began franchising in 2007. In 2009 Masala Bowl had four locations all in California and Texas. In recent years two of the four locations have closed and only one company owned and one franchise location in Texas remain.

Masala Bowl Indian Cafe Franchise Cost / Initial Investment / Masala Bowl

Indian Cafe Franchise Income

The franchise fee to open a Masala Bowl is $15,000, which is included in the initial investment that ranges from $202,000 to $437,000. Masala Bowl also has an ongoing royalty fee of 6% and has a renewable franchise agreement of 10 years. All Masala Bowl franchisee applicants are required to have a minimum net worth of $500,000 and $200,000 in liquid assets.

Masala Bowl Indian Cafe Business Opportunities: Other Information

Masala Bowl is a member of the IFA (International Franchise Association).

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