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At a glance
2 Lakhs - 5 Lakhs
Investment Range
6 - 10
Franchise Count
501 - 1,000 sq.ft
Area Required
On Inquiry
Payback Period
11
Years in Franchising

What’S Up! Franchise

Unlock Your Dream of Restaurant Ownership with a Low-Budget North Indian and Chinese QSR Franchise:

Welcome to What’s Up! We are an established quick-service and casual dining restaurant renowned for our delectable North Indian and Chinese cuisine offerings, available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian categories. Our franchise opportunity is your gateway to realizing your dream of owning a restaurant business.

This opportunity is especially well-suited for first-time restaurateurs, requiring minimal investment while providing comprehensive support across all aspects of restaurant ownership. From selecting the perfect location and hiring skilled chefs to staff training, IT implementation, marketing strategies, promotional materials, vendor partnerships, and integration with food delivery platforms, we’ve got you covered.

While there are various Indo-Chinese food outlets in the market, the scarcity of QSR-format establishments makes this business model exceptionally appealing due to its cost-effectiveness. It’s worth noting that there is a consistent and robust demand for Indian and Chinese cuisine, as these flavors are deeply ingrained in the daily lives and taste preferences of the Indian populace.

We are not exclusively seeking individuals with prior restaurant business experience. Instead, we are eager to welcome those who have always nurtured the dream of owning a restaurant and possess a genuine passion for food. Our franchise model ensures that you receive robust support during both the setup and operational phases.

Here’s What You Can Expect:

Exclusive territorial rights Expert assistance in site selection Comprehensive marketing materials Assistance with staff recruitment and training Vendor selection guidance Access to quality packaging materials Seamless IT implementation Effective digital marketing support We Offer Two Franchise Models:

A) What’s Up (Express):

Franchise Investment: 3-4 Lacs Total Area: 200 – 400 sq. ft. Royalty: 4% B) What’s Up (Casual Dining):

Franchise Investment: 7-9 Lacs Total Area: 400 – 700 sq. ft. Royalty: 4% Team up with What’s Up, and let’s embark on a flavorful journey together!

Food & Beverage Quick Service Restaurants B2C Owner-Operated Individual/Family
Investment and financials
Cost overview
Investment range 2 Lakhs - 5 Lakhs
Franchise / Brand fee On Inquiry
Royalty / Commission On Inquiry
Investment tier Low-Mid
Area required 501 - 1,000 sq.ft
Staff required 4 - 15
Setup complexity Moderate
Business term Lifetime
Renewal available Yes
Returns outlook
Expected monthly revenue
₹75K – 2.3L
Revenue model Low
Business model B2C
Break-even
Capital payback On Inquiry
Capital sensitivity Very High
Investor fit profile
Operations
Operation mode Owner-Operated
Location type Mall/High Street
Property required Mall/High Street
Home-based possible No
Can run part-time No
Primary customer Individual/Family
Market characteristics
Seasonality Medium
Recession resistance High
Digital integration High
Years in franchising 11 Years
Avg units / year 0.9
Ideal for
First-time business owner Young professional Family-backed investor
Franchise support
Provided by brand
Not provided by brand
Data not available
Tax System Inclusion
Franchise Manuals
Head Office Support
Field Assistance
Agreement Template
Marketing Co-op Fund
Training and agreement details
Training location
Pune
Business term
Lifetime
Renewal available
Yes
Brand strength
11 Years
Years Franchising
0.9
Avg Units / Year
2014
Founded
B
Brand Tier
B
Tier B — Growing brand with expanding presence
A+Established AMature BGrowing CStartup
Growing
Forefind rank history
Current rank
#223
Food & Beverage category
2025
Moved up 138 places since 2020
Based on Forefind scoring model
Licences and compliance
Required licences and registrations for operating this franchise in India. Requirements may vary by state and city tier.
FSSAI
Eating House License
Fire NOC
Setup complexity:
Moderate

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