Galito’s Franchise Opportunity

Investment & Fees

Galito’s POD: R550,000 – R800,000

Galito’s Takeaway: R850,000 – R1,200,000

Galito’s Dine-In: R1,200,000 – R2,000,000

Fees

Franchise Fee: R100,000
Royalty Fee: 5%
Marketing/Brand Development Fee: 3%
Gross Profit Margin: 55% – 60%
Minimum Capital Required: 50%

Franchise Overview

Company Name:Galito’s
Industry:Quick Service Restaurant (QSR)
Founded:1996
Headquarters:Nelspruit, South Africa
Number of Stores:150+
Franchise Opportunity:Yes

About Galito’s

Galito’s is South Africa’s leading flame-grilled chicken brand, offering authentic, bold flavours inspired by Afro-Portuguese cuisine. Known for its fresh, never frozen chicken marinated in a secret blend of herbs and spices, Galito’s has built a reputation for quality, great taste, and affordability.

With a rapidly expanding footprint across South Africa and international markets, Galito’s provides a high-quality alternative in the fast-casual dining segment, delivering an unmatched flame-grilled experience.

Background & History

Founded in 1996, Galito’s started as a single restaurant in Nelspruit and has grown into an established global brand with 150+ stores across multiple countries. The brand has maintained its original passion for authentic flame-grilled chicken, ensuring every meal is freshly prepared and full of flavour.

Galito’s growth strategy is built on:
Fresh, high-quality ingredients
A unique and recognizable brand identity
A strong franchise system with full operational support

Why Own a Galito’s Franchise?

Established Brand: A well-known and trusted name in the QSR industry.
Proven Business Model: Streamlined operations and efficient supply chain management.
Comprehensive Support: Training, marketing assistance, and operational guidance.
Diverse Formats: Multiple store formats to suit different locations and investment levels.
Strong Consumer Demand: A popular brand with loyal customers and broad market appeal.

Franchise Setup & Investment Details

Galito’s Store Formats

Galito’s POD (20m² – 40m²)
- Compact express format for fuel stations, food courts, and high-traffic areas.
- Streamlined menu with top-selling items for fast service.
Galito’s Takeaway (60m² – 80m²)
- Designed for high-footfall urban areas, malls, and transport hubs.
- Limited seating with a focus on quick service and takeaway sales.
Galito’s Dine-In (80m² – 150m²)
- Full-service restaurant format with a complete menu.
- Ideal for shopping centres, standalone locations, and lifestyle destinations.

Investment Range

Galito’s POD: R550,000 – R800,000
Galito’s Takeaway: R850,000 – R1,200,000
Galito’s Dine-In: R1,200,000 – R2,000,000

Franchise Fee: R100,000
Royalty Fee: 5%
Marketing/Brand Development Fee: 3%
Gross Profit Margin: 55% – 60%
Minimum Capital Required: 50%

Ideal Location Requirements

Galito’s restaurants thrive in high-traffic areas with strong consumer demand for quality flame-grilled chicken. Store placement is optimized for different formats:

Galito’s POD – Ideal for fuel stations, food courts, and transport hubs where quick-service demand is high.
Galito’s Takeaway – Best suited for busy urban centres, shopping malls, and retail precincts with strong pedestrian traffic.
Galito’s Dine-In – Works well in standalone locations, malls, and lifestyle centres, offering a full-service experience.

Expanding Beyond Traditional Stores!
Galito’s is exploring alternative formats like kiosks and mobile units to enter new and emerging markets.

Training & Support

Galito’s franchisees receive comprehensive training and ongoing support to ensure business success.

Initial Training: Covers store operations, menu preparation, and customer service.
Ongoing Support: Dedicated field consultants provide operational guidance and business coaching.
Marketing Assistance: Access to national and regional campaigns, digital advertising, and local store marketing strategies.
Operational Manuals & Systems: Franchisees receive detailed business guides for supply chain management, sales optimization, and customer engagement.

Ideal Franchisee Profile

Successful Galito’s franchisees are:
Entrepreneurial: Driven to grow their business and expand the brand.
Passionate About Food & Service: Committed to quality, efficiency, and great customer experiences.
Operations-Focused: Skilled in daily store management, staff supervision, and financial performance tracking.

Prior experience in the restaurant or franchise industry is an advantage but not required—Galito’s provides full training and support.