Best Food & Beverage Franchises in Australia
15 food & beverage franchise systems on file in Australia, ranked by network size. Food and beverage is one of the largest and most varied franchise categories in Australia. Investment ranges and verified fees are drawn from the Australian Franchise Fee Index, all-in cost, not headline fees.
| # | Franchise | Category | Units | Investment (all-in) | Royalty | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nando's Australia | Food & Beverage | 280 | $643K–$1M | 6.0% | Cost |
| 2 | The Cheesecake Shop | Food & Beverage | 225 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 3 | Boost Juice | Food & Beverage | 200 | $220K–$350K | 8.0% | Cost |
| 4 | Grill'd | Food & Beverage | 170 | $555K–$885K | 8.0% | Cost |
| 5 | Rashays | Food & Beverage | 40 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 6 | Gami Chicken & Beer | Food & Beverage | 37 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 7 | La Porchetta | Food & Beverage | 33 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 8 | Acai Brothers | Food & Beverage | 20 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 9 | HBC Management | Food & Beverage | 20 | $800K–$950K | 0.0% | View |
| 10 | Fasta Pasta | Food & Beverage | 18 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 11 | TGI Fridays | Food & Beverage | 18 | Not published | 0.0% | View |
| 12 | Squires Loft | Food & Beverage | 17 | Not published | 0.0% | View |
| 13 | GT Systems Aust | Food & Beverage | 7 | $150K–$2M | 0.0% | View |
| 14 | “Outback” | Food & Beverage | 7 | $6.2M–$12.6M | 0.0% | View |
| 15 | BrewDog | Food & Beverage | 5 | $3.9M–$14M | 0.0% | View |
Lowest entry on this list: GT Systems Aust from $150,000 all-in. Investment figures are all-in establishment costs (Q2 2026 Fee Index). Rankings are directory listings, not endorsements, always verify fees against the disclosure document.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best food & beverage franchise in Australia?
The best food & beverage franchise depends on your budget, preferred format and local demand. This list ranks the most-established systems by network size; use the Fee Index for verified investment ranges and our location reports to see where competition is lowest.
How much does a food & beverage franchise cost in Australia?
Food & Beverage franchises vary widely on all-in investment. See the Food & Beverage category in the Australian Franchise Fee Index for the current verified median and range, and always confirm the all-in figure, including working capital, against the disclosure document.