FOUND: A Fast-Casual Built to Grow

This unique franchise concept brings together simple, streamlined operations and wide-open markets. Add in a menu of fresh, made-in-house favorites served extremely fast and you’ve got an investment that’s worth the trip. Explore Hawaiian Bros franchise ownership.

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This place has real potential

Simplicity  Drives Speed

A streamlined menu with fewer SKUs means smooth, repeatable operations that keep execution fast, consistent, 
and easy to scale across every 
service channel.

Differentiation  Creates Demand

Craveable, island-inspired food made 
in house with fresh, simple ingredients. Minimal direct competition creates standout appeal in every market.

Performance Delivers Returns

High AUVs, low COGS, and unmatched system transparency give franchisees confidence and clarity from Day 1.

Systems  Support Scale

Flexible prototypes and whitespace potential make expansion fast, adaptable, and strategically smart.

Franchise owner Chris Aslam paired with a quote from him
“Hawaiian Bros checked the boxes: simple operations, strong guest demand, an excellent management team and a scalable model.”
Chris Aslam
Multi-Brand Franchise Owner ​

You've found it

You’ve arrived at the restaurant franchise that brings together strong financials, speedy operations and a unique menu. With minimal direct competition and nationwide market availability, this is a concept that’s worth exploring.

Looks like efficiency

Our simple model drives a high operating volume while still delivering high-quality, freshly made food to our guests. With fewer than 100 SKUs (including paper) and optimized processes, we’re built for efficient, consistent operations that scale easily across service channels.

The drive - thru lane of a Hawaiian Bros restaurant with a vehicle in motion; text reading "30 second drive-thru service target"

Highly rated by visitors

Customers love our menu of island-inspired meals.**** We’re at the top of the industry when it comes to customer satisfaction and quality. All of our food is made fresh in house. No freezers. No fryers. No microwaves. Our unique, flavorful dishes set us apart in market, so you can add a truly differentiated brand to your portfolio.

A Hawaiian Bros employee bagging a takeout order; text reading "650K loyalty members, 4.7 average star rating"

Strong performance
found here

Efficient drive-thru times across both lunch and dinner dayparts combine with low COGs to drive high AUVs. Franchisees get unparalleled visibility into our financial performance, inspiring confidence and creating a growth-minded culture.

The dining room of a Hawaiian Bros restaurant with people enjoying a meal; text reading "$3.5M AUV for top 25*"

You could stay awhile

With significant whitespace availability and flexible buildouts, the Hawaiian Bros restaurant franchise opportunity is made for multi-unit ownership. Complement your investment strategy with a concept that’s designed to scale fast and adapt to your market.

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Plenty of Room Here

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill franchise has open markets across the U.S., giving franchise owners the potential for fast, strategic expansion.  

A color-coded map of the US, with pineapples on states with Hawaiian Bros locations

Claim your market before it's gone.

Getting Here

Interested in starting the Hawaiian Bros franchise ownership journey? We’re looking for seasoned multi-unit franchise owners who have broad experience in successful restaurant operations and meet the following criteria:

$2.5M
Liquid Assets
$5M
Net worth
10 years
Owner/Operator Experience
5-15 locations
Minimum development commitment range
1,600 - 2,500 square feet
minimum real estate requirement. InLINe and drive-thru
(EndcAP and FREESTANDING) formats.
The exterior of a Hawaiian Bros restaurant paired with one of their entrees

A destination worth talking about

QSR Best Franchise DealTop New and Emerging Franchises from Entrepreneur2025 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers2025 100 Rnder 100 from NRN

You Should Join Us

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