The Lost Cajun
- Ownership Requirement
- Full-time
- Business Type
- Franchise
Bring Authentic Cajun Flavor Home
Own a restaurant franchise serving genuine Louisiana gumbos, po-boys, and seafood.
Brand overview
The Lost Cajun is a full-service, family-friendly restaurant franchise featuring authentic southern-style home cooking. Founded by Louisiana native Raymond Griffin in 2010, the brand brings the genuine taste of Cajun culture to communities nationwide. Guests enjoy fried catfish, shrimp, oysters, Louisiana gumbos, overstuffed po-boys, and signature beignets in a welcoming New Orleans bistro atmosphere complete with an open kitchen and handmade wooden tables. Known for generous free samples and a culture of making everyone feel at home, The Lost Cajun lets diners taste their way through a menu rooted in tradition.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose The Lost Cajun
The Lost Cajun fills an unaddressed segment for authentic Cajun cuisine with little to no competition in most markets. The concept features simple operations that run smoothly with a reasonable number of employees and a manageable workload. A comprehensive operations manual makes the systems easy and fast to learn. Plus, the adaptable concept is proven to succeed in both major metropolitan areas and tourist destinations.
Investment Requirements
Total investment
$250,152–$667,500
Cash Required
$210,000
Franchise fee
$40,000
Royalty fee
6% of gross revenue
Ad fund %
1%
Total units
25
Financing available
No financing offered
Real estate required
Yes
Training & support
Phase I training consists of approximately two full weeks at the franchisor's Louisiana headquarters or a designated franchise location, covering administrative, operations, and marketing duties alongside on-the-job training for cooking, cleaning, inventory control, installing culture, and point of sale systems. Phase II provides two weeks of onsite training for opening, starting a week prior to the restaurant opening and carrying through grand opening week with several experienced trainers. Additional ongoing support includes refresh training, field staff visitations, operational and marketing support, purchasing discounts, and ongoing education on new products and business practices.
Ideal candidate
We seek candidates who want to own a unique restaurant that serves a market segment not currently addressed by typical sandwich, pizza, or burger concepts. Ideal franchisees resonate with the brand's culture of making guests feel at home and are passionate about sharing authentic Louisiana traditions with their community.
Take the first step toward owning a restaurant that stands out in your market. Discover how The Lost Cajun can help you pass a good time while building your future.