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Burrito Parrilla Mexicana®

Food & Beverage Year: 2025
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What Is Burrito Parrilla Mexicana?

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana is a fast-casual restaurant franchise featuring Italian beef sandwiches and a broader menu of sandwiches, pasta, burgers, hot dogs, salads and desserts. The primary service channels are on‑premises restaurant service and delivery, and locations may optionally include a drive‑through window. Franchisees are required to offer catering services as an additional revenue stream. Restaurants are typically located in free‑standing buildings or in-line shopping centers.

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchisor's unusually strong onboarding and ongoing support-Training & Support score of 100 (top quarter)-shortens ramp-up and reduces early operating mistakes, but the system is very early-stage with zero franchised units (bottom 5%), so you won't have existing franchisee peers to interview.

Pros

Training & Support score is 100 (top quarter) - the franchisor offers unusually strong onboarding and ongoing support, which shortens your ramp-up time and reduces early operating mistakes.
Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero franchisee-initiated judgments/settlements, and zero government penalties - well below typical for Food & Beverage - indicating a clean legal and regulatory record that lowers the risk of litigation-related disruption.
No recorded franchise terminations, non-renewals, or reacquisitions - well below typical - so far the system shows no formal operator exits, which is a positive signal of initial stability.

Cons

Zero franchised units - bottom 5% for the sector - the system is very early-stage, so you won't have existing franchisee peers to interview during due diligence and you'd be among the first operators in the network.
Zero company-owned units - bottom 5% - the franchisor doesn't operate test locations, which limits their direct operational experience and ability to field-test or iterate systems before handing them to franchisees.
Minimum Item 7 reserves of $50,000 - top quarter - this higher-than-typical reserve requirement suggests ongoing monthly operating costs are above peers and you'll need more cash on hand to cover the early months of operation.

Territory Protection

43/100
NORMAL

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana grants a site-specific protected area (minimum two-mile radius) around an approved location, providing non-exclusive territory rights. These rights are contingent on meeting performance quotas, and the franchisor retains the right to sell via e-commerce and alternative distribution channels and to develop additional units, affecting market density.

Training & Support

100
Excellent

The brand provides a comprehensive 131-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals covered by the initial franchise fee, combining classroom instruction, hands-on kitchen training, and operational procedures. The program includes on-site launch support to promote operational readiness; on-site assistance carries an additional fee, and travel and lodging expenses are the franchisee's responsibility.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Burrito Parrilla Mexicana Franchise?

Opening a Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise requires a total initial investment of $437,000 to $1,178,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$437,000
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$1,178,000
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$35,000
Real Estate$220,000
Equipment & Assets$126,000
Reserves$50,000
Training$2,000
Other$4,000

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$35,000
Real Estate$640,000
Equipment & Assets$373,000
Reserves$100,000
Training$5,000
Other$25,000

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do Burrito Parrilla Mexicana Franchise Owners Make?

Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise locations reported average gross sales of $1,662,962 and median gross sales of $1,473,656 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:
$1,662,962
Median Gross Sales:
$1,473,656
High Gross Sales:
$3,159,152
Low Gross Sales:
$975,033
Sample Size:
11
Percent Attaining Average:
36.4%
Audit Status:
Unaudited
Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The Item 19 reports performance only for affiliate-owned businesses and does not provide any franchised-unit results, so franchised performance cannot be compared from this disclosure.
Performance Variability Analysis: There is substantial variability among the 11 affiliates, with annual gross sales ranging from 975,033 to 3,159,152 and a mean of 1,662,962, indicating uneven outcomes across locations.
Data Scope and Limitations: The data are unaudited and limited to gross sales only (no expenses or net income), which restricts assessment of profitability and reliability for forecasting franchisee results.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burrito Parrilla Mexicana a good franchise to own?

Whether Burrito Parrilla Mexicana is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Burrito Parrilla Mexicana operates 11 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 100/100. Financial performance data is disclosed in Item 19. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is a Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise worth the investment?

The value of a Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $437,000 to $1,178,000. Burrito Parrilla Mexicana disclosed average gross sales of $1,662,962 in 2025. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

How long does it take to break even with a Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchise?

Break-even timelines for Burrito Parrilla Mexicana franchises are not disclosed in the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.

Is Burrito Parrilla Mexicana a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, Burrito Parrilla Mexicana operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned locations. Burrito Parrilla Mexicana currently operates as a predominantly company-owned system, though franchise opportunities are being offered through the FDD.

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