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At a glance
50 Lakhs - 1 Cr
Investment Range
11 - 25
Franchise Count
1,001 - 2,000 sq.ft
Area Required
On Inquiry
Payback Period
6
Years in Franchising

Gilli Hospitality Franchise

Gilli Chai – Elevating Your Chai Experience

Gilli Hospitality Pvt Limited, established in 2019 and headquartered in the vibrant city of Nungambakkam, Chennai, has set forth on an exciting culinary journey. Our flagship venture, ‘Gilli Chai,’ marks the beginning of our mission to establish a thriving network of Chai outlets, not just across Tamil Nadu, but also throughout India. As we reach for the stars, we are fueled by ambitious plans to extend our reach to the Middle East and Far East Nations.

Our unwavering commitment to customer delight is the cornerstone of our vision. At Gilli Chai, we are dedicated to curating an exclusive and unforgettable chai experience that transcends boundaries and welcomes people from all walks of life. Join us on this exceptional voyage as we redefine the art of chai consumption.

Food & Beverage Quick Service Restaurants B2C Owner-Operated Individual/Family
Investment and financials
Cost overview
Investment range 50 Lakhs - 1 Cr
Franchise / Brand fee On Inquiry
Royalty / Commission On Inquiry
Investment tier High
Area required 1,001 - 2,000 sq.ft
Staff required 4 - 15
Setup complexity Moderate
Business term 3 Years
Renewal available Yes
Returns outlook
Expected monthly revenue
On Inquiry
Revenue model Low
Business model B2C
Break-even
Capital payback On Inquiry
Capital sensitivity Medium
Investor fit profile
Operations
Operation mode Owner-Operated
Location type Mall/High Street
Property required Mall/High Street
Home-based possible No
Can run part-time No
Primary customer Individual/Family
Market characteristics
Seasonality Medium
Recession resistance High
Digital integration High
Years in franchising 6 Years
Avg units / year 2.5
Ideal for
Serial entrepreneur Business family deploying surplus capital
Expansion territories

Accepting franchise applications in 2 states & UTs

Franchise support
Provided by brand
Not provided by brand
Data not available
Tax System Inclusion
Franchise Manuals
Head Office Support
Field Assistance
Agreement Template
Marketing Co-op Fund
Training and agreement details
Training location
In our Office, accommodation will be taken care by franchisee
Business term
3 Years
Renewal available
Yes
Brand strength
6 Years
Years Franchising
2.5
Avg Units / Year
2019
Founded
B
Brand Tier
B
Tier B — Growing brand with expanding presence
A+Established AMature BGrowing CStartup
Growing
Forefind rank history
Current rank
#439
Quick Service Restaurants category
2025
Moved up 227 places since 2020
Based on Forefind scoring model
Licences and compliance
Required licences and registrations for operating this franchise in India. Requirements may vary by state and city tier.
FSSAI
Eating House License
Fire NOC
Setup complexity:
Moderate
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