How much does a Teriyaki Madness franchise cost?

The total estimated restaurant franchise cost is between $392,667 and $1,121,405. This includes the initial franchise fee of $45,000, shop opening assistance fee of $27,500, leasehold improvements ($156,000–$605,000), furniture, fixtures and equipment ($54,000–$181,000), and other startup costs. A standard 3-unit franchise package is available at $99,000. Ongoing fees include a 6% royalty on net sales and a 4% marketing fund contribution.

What are the financial requirements to open a Teriyaki Madness franchise?

Prospective franchisees need a minimum net worth of $700,000 and at least $200,000 in liquid assets to qualify for a Teriyaki Madness franchise. The total estimated initial investment ranges from $392,667 to $1,121,405 depending on location and build-out specifications.

What is the Average Unit Volume (AUV) for a Teriyaki Madness franchise?

The Teriyaki Madness Average Unit Volume (AUV) is $1.11 million.

What are the ongoing fees for a Teriyaki Madness franchise?

Teriyaki Madness franchisees pay a royalty fee of 6% of net sales and a marketing fund contribution of 4% of net sales. These ongoing costs cover continued use of the TMAD name and trademark, access to the proprietary operating system, new product development, and ongoing operational and marketing support.

Do I need restaurant experience to own a Teriyaki Madness franchise?

No prior restaurant experience is required. Teriyaki Madness provides comprehensive training including a four-day initial training in Denver, a 10-day Hands-On Training (HOT) program at a corporate location, and 10 to 14 days of on-site training at your location around grand opening.

How long does it take to open a Teriyaki Madness franchise?

Teriyaki Madness aims to complete every location within 12 months from franchise award.

How many Teriyaki Madness locations are there?

Teriyaki Madness has 200+ open shops operating across 41 states and El Salvador, with over 40% of shops being owned by multi-unit franchise owners.

What size location does a Teriyaki Madness franchise need?

The ideal Teriyaki Madness franchise location is 1,500 to 1,800 square feet. The number of employees is dependent on sales volume, but on average it can take up to 15 to 22 full- and part-time employees to run multiple shifts throughout each week at a shop.

What is included in the Teriyaki Madness franchise investment?

The total investment of $392,667 to $1,121,405 includes: initial franchise fee ($45,000), shop opening assistance fee ($27,500), site survey ($3,000–$7,500), rent and deposits ($11,782–$41,160), leasehold improvements ($156,000–$605,000), furniture, fixtures and equipment ($54,000–$181,000), architect ($22,500–$43,000), initial inventory and supplies ($15,500–$18,800), insurance ($1,500–$5,000), business licenses and permits ($1,000–$10,860), professional fees ($2,500–$4,000), exterior signage ($6,500–$26,000), interior branding ($6,800–$10,000), technology and security systems ($12,600–$21,000), grand opening promotion ($10,000), training expenses ($1,200–$4,500), and additional funds for 3 months ($10,000–$40,000).

What support does Teriyaki Madness provide to franchisees?

Teriyaki Madness provides support including real estate site selection, design and construction assistance, initial and ongoing training programs, grand opening marketing, local marketing strategies, social media support, brand awareness campaigns, and continuous operational coaching from the home office.

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Real Estate Support That Works for You

Prequalified locations. Proven site-selection technology. A Real Estate Team that dives deep into trade areas, daypart traffic, visibility, and demographics (so you don’t have to). This is genuine real estate support, the kind that removes the guesswork from opening your own Teriyaki Madness shop and brings you one giant step closer to teriyaki world domination.

Real Estate Support to Get You Open Faster

A restaurant opportunity doesn’t get to a $1.11 Million Average Unit Volume* by chance. The right real estate can make or break that for Chicago franchises.

When you join the Madness, our Real Estate Team connects you with a local broker who knows Chicago inside and out. You’ll also get access to top-notch site-selection technology and the real estate metrics we’ve refined across more than 200 shops nationwide.

From strip malls to power centers, urban hubs to up-and-coming neighborhoods, and new builds to retrofits — we’ll help you secure a location ready to serve up huge bowls of awesomeness and attract hungry customers.

* Refer to our Franchise Disclosure Document

Prequalified Locations in Chicago

We did the homework, so you don’t have to. Our team studied Chicago real estate and graded dozens of locations to pre-qualify the sites below using the same data, demographics, and drive-time analytics behind Teriyaki Madness’ $1.11M Average Unit Volume.*

Take a look. Your future shop could be one of them.

Algonquin, IL

Outparcel with excellent visibility and convenient access
Strong fit for catering, takeout, and other off-premise opportunities
Consistent daily traffic that drives exposure

Evanston, IL

Located in an established urban retail corridor
Strong household and daytime demographics help support demand
Proximity to a major university, healthcare, and transit hub

Oak Park, IL

Shared parking and access points to multiple grocers and national big box retailers
Well-positioned near high volume transit hub, generating strong foot traffic
Dense population within 1 mile radius

Streeterville, IL

Located in one of Chicago’s most vibrant urban neighborhoods
Excellent co-tenancy with high performing local and national brands
Positioned at a signalized intersection with large pylon signage

Bolingbrook, IL

Established retail corridor with sustained shopper and commuter traffic
Outparcel location with high vehicle traffic, excellent visibility, and consistent exposure
Supported by strong residential and commercial demographics

Orland Park, IL

Highly visible outparcel location along a heavily trafficked road
Located within a well-established regional trade area
Excellent access alongside high-performing nationally-recognized retailers

Disclaimer: Presentation of this site does not confirm availability, does not grant approval to pursue or execute a lease, and does not constitute any representation or warranty of financial performance. Actual results vary based on numerous factors. Franchisees are solely responsible for conducting independent due diligence and evaluating the suitability of any site. Storefront images shown here are examples of what storefront locations may look like and are not intended as actual representations of locations mentioned here. Storefronts may look different than shown here.

Supporting Owners from Real Estate to

Grand Opening & Beyond

With 200+ franchise locations, Teriyaki Madness (TMAD for short) is a fast casual restaurant franchise serving up real food, made-to-order, with fresh high-quality ingredients. And you should know, it’s not only the delicious food that sets TMAD apart from the crowd; it’s our people — and the full-service support we give to every franchisee — that makes us different from the next Chicago franchise opportunity.

But don’t just take it from us. Hear from a current owner who experienced the real estate process.

“Real Estate was all brand new to us. No idea what to look for as far as good space and rent costs, so it helped us out a lot having that support. It felt like we were the only franchisee that the team was working with at that point in time. The team was very attentive to our needs. They helped us negotiate with the landlords and everything.”

Jason Doyle & Missy Cheek, TMAD Multi-Unit Owners

Still think we’re just bragging? Listen to what our Teriyaki Madness owners across the country have to say.

Franchisee Testimonials

Stuff You Should Know About Owning a Teriyaki Madness

At Teriyaki Madness, we’ve got your back — and your (store) front.

Every franchisee, whether opening one shop or multiple, gets the same comprehensive training and support designed to help you operate confidently and consistently deliver a great customer experience.

Franchisee Profitability

Why Teriyaki Madness?

Training & Support

Average Unit Volume

Our Average Unit Volume (AUV) is $1,113,760.* Find out more about Teriyaki Madness’ earnings potential in our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which includes our Item 19. With strong numbers, support, and scalability, TMAD® is great for both veteran and first-timer franchisees.

Initial Investment

Teriyaki Madness’ initial investment range is $392,967-$1,122,005.* This number includes the franchise fee, shop opening assistance fee, site survey, signage, training, and more!

Strong System Growth

We’re not your average Chicago franchise for sale. TMAD opened 46 shops in 2025 alone. rolling out bowls across 41 states (plus El Salvador), and in 2026, we’ll open nearly 50 more new teriyaki shops! But the world’s a big place with lots of room for you to build your own TMAD Shops and expand the Madness.

*Refer to our Franchise Disclosure Document

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