Chili Shack, a Denver-based restaurant that mixes Mexican-American flavors with a heavy dose of green chili, has decided to franchise.
The restaurant currently has five corporate-owned restaurants throughout the Denver metro area. It hopes to open as many as 100 new locations across the country in the next several years. The growth will be achieved through both single- and multi-unit franchising, initially targeting select markets throughout other parts of Colorado, as well as Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, and New Mexico.
“We’re incredibly excited to introduce the Chili Shack franchise opportunity and expand our footprint beyond our home state of Colorado,” said founder and CEO Abraham Olivas.
A Culinary Dream
Chili Shack was the realization of a lifelong dream for Olivas. From a young age, he found joy in the kitchen, cooking alongside his parents, especially his father, Ramon Olivas, a professional chef of over 20 years. He quickly became known among friends and family for his delicious, home-cooked dishes that brought people together.
In 2020, using profits from a successful landscaping business, Olivas opened his very first Chili Shack restaurant in Lakewood, Colorado.
Bold, Spicy, and Traditional Flavor
Chili Shack’s menu features fully customizable burritos, various grilled tacos and quesadillas, Southwest-inspired burgers, enchilada plates, loaded fries, and other street-style favorites. The soul of the menu is Chili Shack’s signature green chili – a rich, flavorful staple with a perfect balance of heat, spice, and tradition.
Investment Details
Including a franchise fee of $65,000, the total investment to open a 2,400 square-foot restaurant ranges from $254,500 to $574,600. Each restaurant typically seats about 25-40 guests and employs as many as 10 people.
For more information about Chili Shack, visit Chili-Shack.com.
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