Frequently Asked Questions

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Kuma Ani is a fast-casual restaurant that offers some of the best ramen, donburi, and ban mein in town paired with unparalleled customer service.  It prioritizes quality, affordability, and uniqueness in all its dishes.  Most of the ingredients, including the noodles, are prepared in-house.  Our success comes from our authentic culinary offerings, streamlined operational model, and reduced overhead costs.

• Proven business model.
• Authentic culinary offerings.
• Streamlined operational model.
• Reduced overhead costs.
• Marketing and build-out support.
• Competitive franchise and royalty fee.
• Asian restaurants representing just over 9 percent of the total national restaurant landscape, and they are fastest-growing cuisine in the United States.  According to a Euromonitor report, sales of Asian QSR food grew by more than 135% over the last 25 years and the category has a CAGR of 11.8% forecast through 2026.

Total estimated initial investment: $344,500 - $544,000.  This includes initial franchise fee, construction of leasehold improvements, initial inventory,  furniture, fixtures, and decor, real estate rent deposits, etc.

Ongoing royalty fee is 5% of gross sales.

Local advertising fee is 1% of gross sales.

Currently franchise opportunity is available in the Greater Capital Region of NY and its surrounding area.  Approximately 1.5 - 2 hour driving radius from Albany.

▪ Stand alone building or strip mall location

▪ Highly touristic venues - Kuma Ani tends to prefer areas with high median household incomes and college-educated populations. They look for locations in areas with a diverse customer base, including both residential and business areas.

▪ Easy access and accessible parking

▪ High visibility - Accessibility to target market: Kuma Ani may consider the proximity of the location to their target market, including college campuses and busy urban areas.

Square footage for a standard franchise location range between 1000 - 1500 Sqft.

You do need to apply for beer and wine license.

• We help you connect with vendors for equipment, services, and supplies.
• Continuous assistance with daily operations, marketing, advertising, and staffing.
• Access to a stream of comprehensive information, including print and media advertising.

• Approximately 113 hours of training.
• Understanding Kuma Ani & its Menu.
• Permits, Coding Compliance and Safety.
• Customer Service.
• Opening and Closing Procedures.
• Food Preparation, Cooking & Handling.
• Do's and Don'ts.
• Marketing and Advertising.

• Introductory call
• Attend informational webinar
• Meet the owner for an in-depth look at Kuma Ani
• Schedule a time for FDD review
• Sign Franchise agreement via docusign