Hawaiian Bros Island Grill Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is a fast-casual restaurant franchise serving Hawaiian plate lunches, featuring marinated meats, rice, and macaroni salad in a tropical-themed environment.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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18
+
n.a.
n.a.
Franchise fee
?
$50,000
Investment
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$1,539,000 - $4,819,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$2,889,000
+
n.a.
n.a.
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Founded in 2018 in Kansas City, Missouri, Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is a fast-casual restaurant chain offering island-inspired plate lunches. The company is headquartered in Kansas City and began franchising in September 2022.
Its menu features traditional Hawaiian dishes such as Huli Huli Chicken, Luau Pig, and Spam Musubi, served with white rice and macaroni salad.
Hawaiian Bros differentiates itself by focusing on fresh, high-quality ingredients without the use of freezers, fryers, or microwaves.
This commitment to "real food" has contributed to its rapid growth, with over 60 locations across the United States as of 2025. The brand emphasizes the Aloha Spirit, treating every guest like 'ohana'—family—and fostering a welcoming atmosphere.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Hawaiian Bros Island Grill franchise is
$1,539,000 - $4,819,000.
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
Franchise Fee Deposit
$50,000 for your first Restaurant under a Development Agreement, $25,000 for each additional Restaurant you commit to develop under the same Development Agreement
Security Deposits and Utility Deposits
$9,000 to $40,000
Construction, Remodeling, and Leasehold Improvements, Landscaping
$628,000 to $2,932,572
Decor, Millwork, Fixtures
$35,000 to $170,351
Equipment and Furniture
$390,000 to $677,268
Computer, Point of Sale Equipment, Software, Network/WiFi, Low Voltage wiring, Internet Circuit/Modem, Safes, Monitors (install parts Busstops), Fire Alarm/Suppression, Standard Speakers, Music System, HME System, Phones, Security Cameras, Alarms, Future remote ordering, 6 pack Walkie Talkies, Office Printer
$94,000 to $103,000
Insurance
$1,860 to $5,300
Permits and Licenses
$600 to $15,000
Initial Inventory
$12,000 to $15,000
Signage
$67,000 to $272,000
Grand Opening Advertising and VIP Events
$30,000 to $40,000
Architectural / Engineering Plans, Construction Documents
$25,000 to $88,000
Construction Document Review Fee
$5,000
Training Expenses – managers’ salaries, travel, meal and lodging expenses for 8 weeks
$29,000 to $60,000
New Restaurant Opening Assistance for 1st NRO - Travel, Lodging, meal reimbursement
$45,000 to $55,000
Apparel (Uniforms and Merchandise)
$2,700 to $3,500
Professional Fees
$1,000 to $10,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months – includes preopening expenses
$114,000 to $277,000
Total
$1,539,160 to $4,818,991
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Franchise Fee Deposit
$50,000 for your first Restaurant under a Development Agreement, $25,000 for each additional Restaurant you commit to develop under the same Development Agreement
Security Deposits and Utility Deposits
$9,000 to $40,000
Construction, Remodeling, and Leasehold Improvements, Landscaping
$628,000 to $2,932,572
Decor, Millwork, Fixtures
$35,000 to $170,351
Equipment and Furniture
$390,000 to $677,268
Computer, Point of Sale Equipment, Software, Network/WiFi, Low Voltage wiring, Internet Circuit/Modem, Safes, Monitors (install parts Busstops), Fire Alarm/Suppression, Standard Speakers, Music System, HME System, Phones, Security Cameras, Alarms, Future remote ordering, 6 pack Walkie Talkies, Office Printer
$94,000 to $103,000
Insurance
$1,860 to $5,300
Permits and Licenses
$600 to $15,000
Initial Inventory
$12,000 to $15,000
Signage
$67,000 to $272,000
Grand Opening Advertising and VIP Events
$30,000 to $40,000
Architectural / Engineering Plans, Construction Documents
$25,000 to $88,000
Construction Document Review Fee
$5,000
Training Expenses – managers’ salaries, travel, meal and lodging expenses for 8 weeks
$29,000 to $60,000
New Restaurant Opening Assistance for 1st NRO - Travel, Lodging, meal reimbursement
$45,000 to $55,000
Apparel (Uniforms and Merchandise)
$2,700 to $3,500
Professional Fees
$1,000 to $10,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months – includes preopening expenses
$114,000 to $277,000
Total
$1,539,160 to $4,818,991
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Hawaiian Bros Island Grill's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill had 42 total units in 2024, of which 18 were franchised-owned and 24 company-owned.
Hawaiian Bros provides a comprehensive training program to ensure franchisees and their staff are fully prepared to operate their restaurants. The training structure includes several key components tailored to various roles and stages of franchise development.
Initial Training Program: Hawaiian Bros offers an initial training program at their headquarters or designated locations. It is mandatory for the franchisee's Designated Principal, General Manager, and Executive Management to complete this program at least 30 days before the restaurant opens. There is no tuition fee for the training itself, but franchisees must cover travel, lodging, meals, and other related expenses.
Supplemental and Refresher Training: The franchisor may require supplemental or refresher training or recertification exams for the franchisee and their managers. These are typically conducted at the franchisee's expense and are necessary to maintain operational standards or update on new procedures.
On-site and Opening Support: Upon request and subject to trainer availability, Hawaiian Bros provides additional on-site training at the franchise location. This includes pre-opening support for new restaurant openings, typically involving a team that assists before and after the launch. Franchisees must reimburse the company for associated costs, including travel and per diem expenses.
Territory Protection
Hawaiian Bros does not grant exclusive territories to its franchisees. Instead, it provides limited territorial protection within a defined area, typically a three-mile radius around the restaurant.
This protection may be entirely revoked if the location is in a densely populated metropolitan area, as determined by the franchisor. Even when a territory is assigned, Hawaiian Bros retains the right to open or license other outlets, non-traditional venues, or special outlets nearby.
Franchisees are not protected from competition generated by these other units, even if they operate under the same brand or draw customers from the assigned territory. This structure allows for brand expansion and flexibility while providing minimal territorial exclusivity to individual franchisees.
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