Franchise Opportunity

Own a Costa Vida Franchise

Partner with a proven brand and bring the bold, fresh flavors of costavida to your community. Discover how to build a thriving business with our full support.

Costa Vida franchise restaurant interior
150+
Locations Nationwide
20+
Years of Experience
98%
Franchisee Satisfaction
$2M+
Avg. Annual Revenue

Franchise Benefits

When you join the Costa Vida family, you're backed by a proven system, a passionate team, and a brand that customers love.

Proven Brand Recognition

Leverage the power of the Costa Vida name — a beloved brand with loyal customers across the United States and a track record of success.

Comprehensive Training

Receive hands-on training covering operations, food preparation, customer service, and management so you're fully prepared from day one.

Ongoing Support

Our dedicated franchise support team is with you every step of the way — from grand opening to daily operations and beyond.

Strong ROI Potential

Our franchisees benefit from a proven business model with healthy profit margins and consistently strong customer demand for fresh Mexican cuisine.

National Marketing

Tap into national advertising campaigns, digital marketing resources, and proven local marketing strategies that drive traffic and build loyalty.

Supply Chain Access

Access our established network of trusted suppliers and distributors ensuring consistent, fresh, high-quality ingredients at competitive costs.

Investment Requirements

Choose the franchise model that fits your goals and market. All packages include full training, support, and access to the Costa Vida operating system.

Entry Level

Single Location

$350K – $500K
Initial franchise fee: $40,000
1 restaurant license
Full operations training (4 weeks)
Opening inventory & equipment
Grand opening marketing support
Dedicated franchise consultant
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Enterprise

Area Developer

$2M+
Exclusive territory rights
10+ restaurant development rights
Sub-franchising capabilities
Executive leadership training
Direct access to corporate team
Custom marketing budget
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All investment figures are estimates. Final costs vary by location, size, and market conditions.

Your Path to Ownership

Our streamlined process is designed to get you from inquiry to grand opening as smoothly as possible.

1

Submit Inquiry

Fill out the franchise interest form below to start the conversation.

2

Initial Review

Our team reviews your application and background within 5–7 business days.

3

Discovery Day

Visit our headquarters, meet the team, and experience the Costa Vida brand.

4

Sign Agreement

Review and sign your franchise disclosure document and franchise agreement.

5

Training

Complete our comprehensive 4-week training program at a certified location.

6

Grand Opening

Open your doors with full support from our opening team and marketing crew.

What Our Franchisees Say

"Opening my Costa Vida franchise was the best business decision I've ever made. The corporate team's support was incredible from day one, and our location exceeded revenue projections in the very first year."

Franchisee Marcus Thompson
Marcus Thompson Franchisee, Phoenix AZ — 3 Locations

"The training program is world-class. I had zero restaurant experience before joining Costa Vida, and within months I was running a profitable operation. The brand truly sells itself in our community."

Franchisee Sarah Mitchell
Sarah Mitchell Franchisee, Denver CO — 2 Locations

"As an area developer, I've built a portfolio of 8 Costa Vida locations. The exclusive territory rights and corporate partnership have been invaluable in scaling quickly and profitably across our region."

Franchisee David Chen
David Chen Area Developer, Texas — 8 Locations

Submit Your Franchise Inquiry

Take the first step toward owning your own Costa Vida. Fill out the form and our franchise development team will be in touch within 2 business days.

Why Apply Now?

Join a fast-growing brand with open territories available across the United States.

Open Territories Prime markets still available nationwide
Franchise Fee Incentives Special rates for qualified multi-unit applicants
Direct Contact +1 480-591-0230
Response Time Within 2 business days guaranteed
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Frequently Asked Questions

No prior restaurant experience is required. Our comprehensive training program covers everything from food preparation and kitchen operations to hiring, customer service, and financial management. Many of our most successful franchisees come from entirely different industries.

Total investment for a single location typically ranges from $350,000 to $500,000, which includes the initial franchise fee ($40,000), construction and build-out, equipment, initial inventory, training, and working capital. Multi-unit and area developer agreements have different structures.

From initial inquiry to signing your franchise agreement typically takes 60–90 days. This includes application review, background and financial qualification, Discovery Day visit, and legal review of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

Franchisees pay a royalty fee of 5% of gross sales and contribute 2% to the national marketing fund. These fees cover ongoing support, national brand advertising, technology updates, and access to the Costa Vida operating system and supplier network.

Absolutely. We actively encourage multi-unit ownership and offer discounted franchise fees and preferred territory rights for franchisees who commit to opening 3 or more locations. Our Area Developer program allows qualified partners to develop entire regions.

We have prime territories available in markets across the United States including the Southeast, Midwest, and Pacific Northwest. Contact our franchise development team to get a current territory availability map and discuss which markets align best with your goals.

Ready to Build Your Future with Costa Vida?

Join our growing network of successful franchise owners and bring fresh, bold Mexican flavors to your market.