| Type | Franchise |
|---|---|
Cash RequiredThe cash required is the amount of cash you have available or that you can access without referring to a traditional loan (family loans, stock, retirement plans, etc). |
$1,000,000 |
Total InvestmentThe total investment is the total expected spending amount to start their business. This includes the franchise fee and other spending fees such as real estate, staffing, and supplies. |
$700k-2M |
| Total Units (Canada) | 400 |
|---|---|
| Total Units (Ontario) | 2 |
| Year Founded | 1965 |
TGI Fridays
TGI Fridays® is a culturalforce — bold, emotional,and globally beloved.
Born in New York and thriving in over 40 countries, we serve up celebration, craveable food, legendary drinks daily, and a side of iconic flair — all powered by our rock star teams.
HISTORY OF SUCCESS
TGI FRIDAYS® IS NOT A TREND,
IT’S A PROVEN BUSINESS MODEL WITH
60+ YEARS OF MOMENTUM
HOTEL AND SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES
HOTELS WORK!
Hotel locations near airports, conference centers, attractions, and urban hubs draw strong traffic from both key demand generators and nearby residents. The brand is an immediate go-to for guests checking in and caters to all guest profiles, including families, business travelers,and local residents.
PROVEN SUCCESS
TGI Fridays® locations in hotels, airports, and casinos generally outperform the system, driven by travelers seeking a trusted dining and bar experience. We operate breakfast, lunch, and dinner at some of our hotel locations, and also offer in-room dining and meeting room menus.
SIMPLE CONVERSION
Hotels often have underused restaurant space ideal for conversion into a TGI Fridays®, with designs that can be tailored to meet hotel and location requirements, as well as operational needs.
COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT
ONBOARDING PROGRAM
To ensure a smooth transition and immediate operational readiness for new restaurant openings.
PROTOTYPE STRATEGY
We help you identify the best format to maximize your cash-on-cash return.
MARKETING
We partner with you to build strategies that drive brand awareness and boost sales
MENU STRATEGY
Our R&D team supports the development of a globally innovative menu and localized products
SUPPLY CHAIN NETWORK PLAN
Dedicated support to secure high-quality ingredients and materials, while optimizing inventory management.
TRAINING
Our proprietary training programs equip all staff to deliver a consistent guest experience.
ONGOING OPERATIONS
We provide expert consultation, hands-on coaching, and actionable feedback through our Restaurant Excellence Program.
ONBOARDING TIMELINE
Typically, 5-12 months from signing to opening the first TGI FRIDAYS®
INVESTMENT COST
Investment varies from $700k-2M, depending on site and country
PREFERABLE LOCATIONS 
- Shopping Malls : Shopping malls are prime locations with high foot traffic and strong consumer visibility.
- Main Street/High Street : High-profile streets attract significant consumer interest and enhance brand presence.
- Hotels : Franchisees positioned near hotels tap into tourists and conference attendees.
- Airports/railways: Transportation hubs offer consistent consumer flow and high visibility to diverse audiences.
- Cinema/entertainment : Located in entertainment hubs, franchisees here benefits from ongoing consumer engagement.
- Universities : Steady footfall and built-in demand from students and staff who crave convenience and connection.
