Bubbakoo’s Burritos Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)

Bubbakoo's Burritos serves made-to-order burritos, bowls, and tacos with a variety of fillings and flavorful sauces.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

Franchisees

118

37%

Franchise fee

$35,000

Investment

$356,000 - $757,000

Revenue (AUV)

$825,000

-7.6%

Bubbakoo's Burritos, established by Paul Altero and Bill Hart in 2008, blends Mexican and American flavors, delivering a distinctive menu in the burrito segment.

Their inaugural restaurant in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, introduced a fresh dining concept centered around exceptional service and a motivating ambiance. The franchise embarked on its expansion journey in 2015, seeking to bring its unique take on burritos and Mexican cuisine to a wider market.

What sets Bubbakoo's Burritos apart is its menu that goes beyond typical Mexican offerings, integrating American flavors to craft creative dishes.

This culinary fusion, paired with a skater-surf-themed atmosphere, offers a unique dining experience, distinguishing Bubbakoo's from traditional Mexican eateries and other fast-casual burrito brands.

Initial investment

The initial investment required for a Bubbakoo’s Burritos franchise is $356,000 - $757,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Initial Franchise Fee	$35,000
Training Expenses	$5,000 to $10,000
Utility and Security Deposits	$1,000 to $10,000
Insurance Premiums	$1,000 to $8,000
Business Permits and Licenses	$3,000 to $20,000
Rent (3 months)	$12,000 to $25,000
Design and Architectural Fees	$5,000 to $15,000
Leasehold Improvements	$175,000 to $400,000
Interior Brand Design Package	$5,000 to $10,000
Signage	$5,000 to $35,000
Furniture and Fixtures	$5,000 to $10,000
Equipment	$75,000 to $120,000
Initial Inventory	$6,000 to $12,000
Grand Opening Advertising	$5,000
POS/Back Office System	$2,000 to $5,000
Professional Fees	$1,000 to $7,000
Additional Funds (3 Months)	$15,000 to $30,000
Total	$356,000 to $757,000

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Initial Franchise Fee	$35,000
Training Expenses	$5,000 to $10,000
Utility and Security Deposits	$1,000 to $10,000
Insurance Premiums	$1,000 to $8,000
Business Permits and Licenses	$3,000 to $20,000
Rent (3 months)	$12,000 to $25,000
Design and Architectural Fees	$5,000 to $15,000
Leasehold Improvements	$175,000 to $400,000
Interior Brand Design Package	$5,000 to $10,000
Signage	$5,000 to $35,000
Furniture and Fixtures	$5,000 to $10,000
Equipment	$75,000 to $120,000
Initial Inventory	$6,000 to $12,000
Grand Opening Advertising	$5,000
POS/Back Office System	$2,000 to $5,000
Professional Fees	$1,000 to $7,000
Additional Funds (3 Months)	$15,000 to $30,000
Total	$356,000 to $757,000

Franchise Disclosure Document

Below is Bubbakoo’s Burritos's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.

Number of units

Bubbakoo’s Burritos had 130 total units in 2025, of which 118 were franchised-owned and 12 company-owned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Competitors

Below are some of

Bubbakoo’s Burritos

key competitors in the

Mexican

sector.

Franchise

118

New

37%

6.00%

$356,000

$757,000

$825,000

n.a.

Taco John’s

$200K - $500K

333

New

-8%

5.00%

$390,000

$2,120,000

$1,149,000

n.a.

Baja Fresh

$200K - $500K

New

-13%

5.00%

$225,000

$1,012,000

$873,000

n.a.

District Taco

Over $500K

New

n.a.

6.00%

$734,000

$1,458,000

n.a.

Salsarita's

$200K - $500K

New

-10%

5% - 6%

$371,000

$856,000

$1,150,000

n.a.

Taco Rico or Taco Works

$100K - $200K

New

5.00%

$155,000

$341,000

n.a.

Del Taco

Over $500K

461

New

53%

5.00%

$1,497,000

$3,321,000

$1,541,000

16.2%

Training

Here’s a detailed look at the training offered by Bubbakoo's Burritos:

Training Program: Bubbakoo’s Burritos offers an extensive training program to ensure franchisees are thoroughly prepared to manage their restaurant successfully.

Mandatory Attendance: The franchisee, along with at least one member of their management team and any additional designated management personnel, must participate in the Initial Training Program.

Training Content: The curriculum includes critical aspects of running the business, such as sales strategies, product knowledge, accounting practices, food preparation, and operations management.

Location and Duration: Training takes place at Bubbakoo’s Burritos' training facility in New Jersey or another specified location and typically spans about five (5) weeks.

Ongoing Training: Bubbakoo’s Burritos may organize annual conferences to address ongoing industry developments. Franchisees are required to attend these events.

Territory Protection

Franchisees are not granted an exclusive territory and may encounter competition from multiple sources, including other franchisees, franchisor-owned outlets, and different distribution channels or competitive brands managed by the franchisor.

Franchisees must operate their business solely from the approved location. The Designated Territory's boundaries can be defined by zip codes, streets, landmarks, or county lines.

Relocating the business requires written consent from the franchisor. However, the franchisor will not unreasonably withhold this consent as long as the new location is within the Designated Territory and complies with the franchisor's standards.