Owner-Operator Franchise
You Own It. You Run It. You Build It.
For mission-driven entrepreneurs who want full operational control, full upside, and a brand that gives back with every meal.
By the Numbers
$35K
Franchise Fee
$150K-$200K
Total Investment
5%
Royalty + 1% Marketing
3-6 mo
Avg Break-Even
Is This Your Path?
You Might Be a Great Fit.
- ✓You want to be in the restaurant daily, leading from the front
- ✓You want to build a team and a culture around your location
- ✓You have $150K-$200K in liquid capital or financing
- ✓You want full control over your P&L and operations
- ✓You believe food is a vehicle for community impact
Full Support
Everything You Need to Succeed.
Full Brand Kit
Complete branding, signage, and guidelines
Site Selection
Data-driven location analysis and lease support
Buildout Management
Design to equipment, turnkey buildout
4-Week Training
Comprehensive operations certification
Grand Opening Marketing
Launch campaign, paid ads, and PR
Yala OS Access
100+ SOPs, KPI dashboards, and training modules
Ongoing Coaching
Dedicated franchise consultant and quarterly reviews
Vendor Network
Approved supplier list and supply chain management
A Day in the Life
What Your Day Looks Like.
6:00 AM
Opening Prep
Inventory check, station setup, team briefing
11:00 AM
Lunch Rush
Peak service, team management, quality control
2:00 PM
KPI Review
Check Yala OS dashboards, vendor calls, scheduling
6:00 PM
Dinner Service
Evening operations, community engagement
10:00 PM
Close-Out
Nightly reconciliation, next-day prep
Fee Reductions
For Those Who Serve.
Veterans
Reduced Fee
First Responders
Reduced Fee
Restaurant Operators
Reduced Fee
Multi-Unit Commitments
Reduced Fee
Nonprofits
Full Waiver
The best franchisees aren't just business owners — they're community leaders. That's what we look for.
Founder, Yala Halal
Umma Foundation
Legal
This website is for informational purposes only and is not an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Any franchise offer is made only through delivery of a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) registered in your state, where required. Certain states require franchise registration before an offer or sale can be made. Yala franchise offerings are made in compliance with applicable federal and state franchise laws. Investment and timelines vary by market and site. Details provided during qualification.