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Burrito Parrilla Mexicana®

Food & Beverage Year: 2025
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What Is Burrito Parrilla Mexicana?

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana is a fast-casual restaurant franchise featuring Italian beef sandwiches and a broader menu of sandwiches, pasta, burgers, hot dogs, salads and desserts. The primary service channels are on‑premises restaurant service and delivery, and locations may optionally include a drive‑through window. Franchisees are required to offer catering services as an additional revenue stream. Restaurants are typically located in free‑standing buildings or in-line shopping centers.

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise offers top-tier onboarding and ongoing field support with a 100 training and support score (top quarter), but requires materially higher capital, with estimated startup costs of $874,000–$2,356,000 and $50,000 minimum reserves, and has zero franchised units, reflecting an early-stage system.

Pros

The 100 training and support score is well above typical (top quarter), meaning you'll get best-in-class onboarding and ongoing field support.
Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero government penalties, zero franchisor enforcement actions, and zero alleged fraud cases — all well below typical (bottom 5%) — give the system a very clean legal and regulatory profile.
Zero outlet terminations, zero non-renewals, and zero reacquired outlets — well below typical (bottom 5%) — indicate there are no recorded operator exits in the system to date.

Cons

Estimated startup costs range from $874,000 (min) to $2,356,000 (max), both well above typical (top 10%), and the $50,000 minimum reserves sit in the top quarter — you should expect materially higher upfront capital needs and potentially higher ongoing monthly costs.
There are zero franchised units — well below typical (bottom 5%) — the system is early-stage, so you'll have limited franchisee peers to interview and less real-world track record to validate operations.
There are zero company-owned units — well below typical (bottom 5%) — the franchisor does not operate locations itself, which limits its ability to field-test ideas and develop systems from direct operational experience.

Territory Protection

48/100
NORMAL

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. The franchisor retains the right to sell via e-commerce and alternative distribution channels, to develop additional units in the surrounding market, to acquire/convert units and use trademarks and venues, with protection contingent on performance contingencies.

Training & Support

100
Excellent

The brand provides a comprehensive 131-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals covered by the initial franchise fee, combining classroom instruction, hands-on kitchen training, and operational procedures. The program includes on-site launch support to promote operational readiness; on-site assistance carries an additional fee, and travel and lodging expenses are the franchisee's responsibility.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Burrito Parrilla Mexicana Franchise?

Opening a Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise requires a total initial investment of $874,000 to $2,356,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$874,000
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$2,356,000
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$35,000
Real Estate$220,000
Equipment & Assets$126,000
Reserves$50,000
Training$2,000
Other$441,000

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$35,000
Real Estate$640,000
Equipment & Assets$373,000
Reserves$100,000
Training$5,000
Other$1,203,000

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do Burrito Parrilla Mexicana Franchise Owners Make?

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise locations reported average gross sales of $1,662,962 and median gross sales of $1,473,656 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:
$1,662,962
Median Gross Sales:
$1,473,656
High Gross Sales:
$3,159,152
Low Gross Sales:
$975,033
Sample Size:
11
Percent Attaining Average:
36.4%
Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The Item 19 reports performance only for affiliate-owned businesses and does not provide any franchised-unit results, so franchised performance cannot be compared from this disclosure.
Performance Variability Analysis: There is substantial variability among the 11 affiliates, with annual gross sales ranging from 975,033 to 3,159,152 and a mean of 1,662,962, indicating uneven outcomes across locations.
Data Scope and Limitations: The data are unaudited and limited to gross sales only (no expenses or net income), which restricts assessment of profitability and reliability for forecasting franchisee results.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise?

The total initial investment for a Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise ranges from $874,000 to $2,356,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Burrito Parrilla Mexicana initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Burrito Parrilla Mexicana is $35,000, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

How much do Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise owners make?

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise locations reported average gross sales of $1,662,962 and median gross sales of $1,473,656 in 2025, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does Burrito Parrilla Mexicana have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does Burrito Parrilla Mexicana offer exclusive franchise territories?

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana received a territory protection score of 48 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does Burrito Parrilla Mexicana provide to new franchisees?

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana received a training and support score of 100 out of 100. The brand provides a comprehensive 131-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals covered by the initial franchise fee, combining classroom instruction, hands-on kitchen training, and operational procedures.

How many Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise locations are there?

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana had 11 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Burrito Parrilla Mexicana?

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana is a fast-casual restaurant franchise featuring Italian beef sandwiches and a broader menu of sandwiches, pasta, burgers, hot dogs, salads and desserts.

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