Franchise Opportunity
Own a Yala
Build a business that feeds two - your customers and the world.
$1M-$1.6M
Annual Revenue
3-6 Mo
Break-Even
18
Pending Locations
The Experience
Bold halal comfort food engineered for repeat customers
All-Day Halal Dining
Breakfast to dessert, 100% halal comfort food that draws every demographic.
Proven Playbook
Site selection, buildout, training, marketing - every step documented.
Purpose Multiplied
Each meal serves two: one customer, one cause. 5% of sales fund the Hope Bus.
Impact So Far
Every meal funds the mission
2M+
Meals Globally
75K+
Local Meals
7-15
Jobs Per Location
5%
To Hope Bus
Partnership Models
Three ways to own a Yala
Owner-Operator
You own it. You run it.
Entry
$35,000
Total / Returns
$150K-$200K
Structure
5% royalty
Investor Partner
You fund it. We run it.
Entry
$150K-$200K
Total / Returns
30-40% GP
Structure
Fully managed
Operator Partner
We invest together. You operate.
Entry
Co-funded up to 50%
Total / Returns
Structured equity
Structure
Shared operations
Halal Integrity
No compromises. Ever.
HFA Certified
Every Yala location carries Halal Food Authority certification.
Zabihah Standards
All meat is hand-slaughtered following zabihah guidelines. No exceptions.
Vetted Suppliers
Supply chain audited end-to-end. Every supplier meets our halal compliance standards.
6-Step Process
From application to opening
4-6 months from application to opening.
Apply
Submit your application online.
Intro Call
Meet the team and ask questions.
Qualification
Financial and background review.
Territory + Site
Lock in your market and location.
Training + Buildout
Full training and restaurant construction.
Grand Opening
Launch day with full marketing support.
What You Get
Everything you need to succeed
Territories
Where we are expanding
Available
Limited
Coming Soon
Fee Discounts
Reduced fees for those who serve
FAQ
Common questions
$150K-$200K total investment, including a $35,000 entry fee. This covers buildout, equipment, initial inventory, and launch marketing.
Not for the Owner-Operator or Investor models. Our training program covers everything from kitchen operations to customer service. Experience helps but is not required.
3-6 months on average. Locations generate $1M-$1.6M in annual revenue with 25-30% net margins once stabilized.
5% royalty on gross sales plus 1% marketing fund contribution. No hidden fees, no surprise charges.
Currently expanding across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic - NJ, CT, PA, VA, MD, MA. New York is limited. Florida, Texas, and Illinois are coming soon.
Full branding kit, site selection assistance, staff training, marketing support, supply chain access, and ongoing operational guidance.
Yala is the only halal QSR franchise backed by a nonprofit foundation. Every location funds humanitarian work. Your business feeds two - your customers and the world.
You fund the location and Yala handles all day-to-day operations. You earn 30-40% of gross profit without managing the restaurant.
Yala co-invests up to 50% of the buildout cost. You operate the restaurant with a structured equity split based on contribution.
4-6 months from application to grand opening. That includes qualification, site selection, buildout, and full staff training.
Yes. Veterans, first responders, experienced restaurant operators, and multi-unit partners receive reduced entry fees. Registered nonprofits receive a full fee waiver.
Ready to Own a Yala?
Build a business that feeds your community and funds a mission. Start the conversation today.
hello@eatyala.com · 347-865-9407