Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant franchise fee is $40,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $42,170 to $133,500, with about $15,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant FDD.
What are the Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant franchise fees and investment?
The Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant franchise requires a franchise fee of $40,000 and a total initial investment of $42,170 to $133,500. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $40,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $42,170 to $133,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | 25 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Full-Service) |
| Headquarters | Dover, New Hampshire |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2009 |
How does the Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant's minimum investment of $42,170 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1175 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $40,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant FDD?
Verify six parts of the Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Mai Sushi | $3,500 to $4,500 | $42,170 to $133,500 |
| House of Bread | $5,000 to $35,000 | $42,000 to $456,000 |
| The Dapper Doughnut | $13,300 to $35,000 | $43,100 to $353,000 |
| Nestle Toll House Café | $18,750 to $37,500 | $44,000 to $585,800 |
| Falbo Bros Pizzeria | $10,000 to $15,000 | $40,000 to $160,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant franchise ranges from $42,170 to $133,500, including a franchise fee of $40,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant franchise?
Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant lists a minimum of about $15,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant locations are there?
Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant reported 25 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant been franchising?
Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant started offering franchises in 2009 after the company was founded in 2008.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Tio Juan's Margaritas Mexican Restaurant. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.