L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
Food: Quick-Service Restaurants → Hawaiian Food
Bring the Aloha Spirit Home
Share Hawaii's original comfort food with your community through a proven fast-casual franchise.
Revenue Potential$3,386,678from the brand’s own disclosures
Total units228from the brand’s own disclosures
Brand overview
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue is the nation's largest Hawaiian Barbecue franchise, serving up Hawaii's original comfort food — the plate lunch. Rooted in the Aloha spirit and Hawaii's rich culture, the menu blends the diverse flavors of Japan, China, the Philippines, Korea, and Polynesia. From the popular BBQ Mix and Chicken Katsu to Loco Moco and SPAM Saimin, these mouthwatering combinations have made L&L the most recognized Hawaiian Barbecue brand in the world. With decades of success and consistent national rankings, this is a taste that travels well.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose
Join a business that feels like home with a supportive, family-like network that knows your name and goals. You will receive dedicated guidance from site selection through grand opening and beyond, while retaining the flexibility to make autonomous decisions. Share a proven, time-tested franchise concept blending diverse island flavors that keeps customers coming back. Benefit from one of the lowest cost and ongoing fee structures in franchising, with royalties and marketing fees that are a fraction of other systems.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
Revenue Potential
$3,386,678
2026 FDD top performing unit
- Total investment
- $253,950–$888,460
- Franchise fee
- $35,000
- Cash Required
- $250,000
- Net worth
- $500,000
Growth Trends
Training & support
L&L provides a comprehensive initial training program for you and your manager in Honolulu, Hawaii, covering opening procedures, operational protocols, equipment, and marketing at no charge. You will also receive a confidential Operations Manual with mandatory standards and procedures. Guidance extends to site selection, real estate standards, and leasing. A Standard Design Guideline is provided for décor and layout, and you will work closely with a Construction Project Manager from planning through project completion.
Ideal candidate
An ideal candidate is passionate about Hawaii's rich culture and excited to share its bold, comforting flavors. They have a heart for hospitality and enjoy creating warm, welcoming experiences. They care about investing in their community and building local connections, possess strong people and operational leadership skills, and have the financial resources and commitment needed to invest in the business.