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.

Franchise Profitability

Q: 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.

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Teriyaki Madness Franchise Profitability

We don’t mind bragging about our huge bowls — and even bigger results. See how things have shaken out over the last three years.

Average Sales Volume (AUV)

Across our entire fast casual franchise system, our operators have built thriving businesses with strong sales performance and franchise ROI (return on investment). Look at our most recent 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and you’ll see the average gross sales* for franchised shops open at least one year was:

$1,113,760*

2025

$1,177,195*

2024

$1,090,110*

2023

The median gross sales in 2025 was $1,025,162*. Plus, with some of our locations generating nearly $3 million* in annual sales, we offer both scale and consistency across our system.

Breaking it Down: Quartile Performance

Transparency matters. We get that not all locations perform the same. That’s why we provide performance data across ALL four quartiles*:

Average gross sales quartile 1 in 2025

$1.67
Million

Average gross sales
quartile 2 in 2025

$1.15
Million

Average gross sales
Quartile 3 in 2025

$926
Thousand

Average gross sales
Quartile 4 in 2025

$698
thousand

Across every tier of the system, Teriyaki Madness shops demonstrate the consistency and operational strength that define our fast casual franchise model.

Quartile 1:

Gross Sales Table

Quartile 2:

Gross Sales Table

Quartile 3:

Gross Sales Table

Quartile 4:

Gross Sales Table

Annual Gross Sales by Quartile

The information in the Gross Sales Tables below contains Gross Sales information broken into 4 Quartiles obtained from our franchisees’ point of sale systems and is a historical financial performance representation for the United States franchised Teriyaki Shops that met the following criteria: (a) have been in operation for at least one year as of the end of the relevant year; (b) were in traditional locations; and (c) were in good standing of their Franchise Agreement (“Conditions”). We have provided financial information for those Teriyaki Shops that met the Conditions for each calendar year (the twelve-month period commencing on January 1 and ending on December 31) from 2023 to 2025.

* Refer to our Franchise Disclosure Document

“The main reason I’m scaling is because it’s a great brand. Teriyaki Madness does an extremely good job at doing a lot of business in a very small space.”

– Daniel Gifford, TMAD Multi-Unit Franchisee in Texas

Top 4 Reasons for the Success of Teriyaki Madness

1. Business Model:
Simple, scalable, and built for growth

2. Food:
Craveable food, made-to-order, with fresh, high-quality ingredients

3. Real Estate:
Compact footprint, prime locations (strip malls never looked so smart)

4. Support:
A seasoned crew that loves what we do, and it shows in every franchisee interaction

The Numbers, Straight Up.

Here are the most common questions about what it costs to open a Teriyaki Madness and what the numbers look like once you’re open.

What do Teriyaki Madness shops generate in sales?

According to TMAD’s 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document Item 19, the average gross sales for franchised shops open at least one year was $1,113,760* in 2025, with median gross sales of $1,025,162*. These are gross sales figures. Your actual results depend on your market, your costs, and how you run your shop. The full breakdown, including quartile performance, lives in Item 19 of the FDD.

How has Teriyaki Madness Average Unit Volume (AUV) performed over the past three years?

Average Unit Volume (AUV) across the system has held above $1 million for three straight years: $1,113,760* in 2025, $1,177,195* in 2024, and $1,090,110* in 2023. All figures come directly from the Franchise Disclosure Document, where you can see the full year-over-year detail and quartile breakdowns.

What financial qualifications do I need to open a Teriyaki Madness franchise?

Financial requirements will vary depending on your market and individual development goals. Potential franchisees should have the following:

• Net worth: $700,000
• Liquidity: $200,000 (cash, retirement funds, 401k, IRA, stocks, etc.)
• Healthy credit score

You’ll review all financial details during the FDD phase, including expected investment costs and performance benchmarks like potential franchise profitability. Also, we will connect you with funding partners, if needed.

What are the ongoing royalty and marketing fees?

Teriyaki Madness franchisees pay an ongoing royalty of 6% of net sales and contribute 4% of net sales to the brand’s marketing fund. These fees fund Home Office operations, national and regional marketing campaigns, technology platforms, and system-wide support programs available to all franchisees. Full fee details are disclosed in Items 5 and 6 of the FDD.

How much does a Teriyaki Madness franchise cost?

The total initial investment for a Teriyaki Madness franchise ranges from $392,967 to $1,122,005* per the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, shop opening assistance fee, site survey, signage, training, and other startup costs. You can learn more about that on the investment page.

Franchise Profitability

Teriyaki Madness Franchise Profitability

Average Sales Volume (AUV)

$1,113,760*

2025

$1,177,195*

2024

$1,090,110*

2023

Breaking it Down: Quartile Performance

Quartile 1:

Quartile 2:

Quartile 3:

Quartile 4:

Top 4 Reasons for the Success of Teriyaki Madness

The Numbers, Straight Up.

What do Teriyaki Madness shops generate in sales?

How has Teriyaki Madness Average Unit Volume (AUV) performed over the past three years?

What financial qualifications do I need to open a Teriyaki Madness franchise?

What are the ongoing royalty and marketing fees?

How much does a Teriyaki Madness franchise cost?

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