Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill

The first Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill location opened in 1994 in Scottsdale, Arizona. The original vision for the restaurant was to create a menu that featured healthy, fresh Japanese-inspired dishes. Today, the brand's menu features Japanese favorites, including a variety of rice bowls filled with marinated, grilled steak and chicken, fresh wok-stirred veggies and steamed rice topped with Sam’s Teriyaki Sauce. Samurai Sam’s is also well-known for its yakisoba bowls, grilled egg rolls and salads. Ideal candidates are passionate about customer service and are driven to succeed. Since you'll be provided with ongoing support and training, you don't need restaurant experience. 

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Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

Looking to capitalize on the trend of healthy eating while operating a fun, easy-to-run business? Consider the Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill franchise. Customers appreciate that the food is made fresh daily. The brand's menu includes rice bowls, yakisoba bowls, salads, and more. The dishes consist of fresh vegetable and marinated meat. When you decide to become a franchisee, you have a world of support through Kahala Brands, its parent company. Through real estate review and construction support as well as in-store training and grand opening marketing, you are given the tools needed to succeed. Support and training are ongoing throughout the entire duration of your time with the brand. The ideal candidate has desire and drive to succeed. Since you'll be provided with great support and training, you don't have to have prior experience in the restaurant to succeed in running the business. Candidates should also be passionate about what they do. 
Qualified candidates have at least $100K in cash and other liquid assets and a net worth of at least $250K per location. Both single and multi-unit opportunities are available across the U.S. Discounts are offered for multi-unit agreements and for military personnel who invest in the business. They receive 20% off the one-time initial franchise fee of $30K. The brand recently did a relaunch of its new look, making it a great time to consider becoming a franchise owner. In terms of the initial investment, it ranges between $268.9K and $576.3K. Royalty fees are set at 6% of gross sales. 

Company Details

Headquarters: Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Absentee: Yes
Founded: 1994
First franchise: 1995
Mobile/home-based: No
B2B: No
Canada: No
International: No
Exclusive territory: Yes

Support and Training Offered By Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill

You can expect an initial training program that covers everything you need to know about running the business. This includes hiring, food prep, marketing and advertising, and more. The training program is broken down into on-the-job and classroom instruction. You will also be provided with social media and grand opening assistance. Support and training are ongoing. 

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill Franchise.

What does a Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill Franchise Cost?

Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill franchise fees for 2024:

Liquid Assests: $100K
Net Worth Requirements: $250K
Franchise Fee: $30K
Initial Investment: $268.9K and $576.3K
Veteran Incentives: 20% off franchise fee
Royalty Fee: 6%+

Is Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill a Home Based franchise?

No. Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill franchisees make. Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Does Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Is Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill Looking for International franchisees?

No. Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Food & Restaurants

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required

$100,000 - $250,000

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

Samurai Sam's Teriyaki Grill Franchises for Sale

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