Chili's Grill & Bar Franchise: Cost, Fees & Earnings
1,208 locations (2025), -0.5% YoY(Item 20)
A Chili's Grill & Bar franchise requires an estimated total investment of $3,959,695 to $6,354,695, including a $60,000 initial franchise fee (latest FDD, Item 7). Franchisees pay an ongoing royalty of 1.25% of revenue (Item 6). Chili's Grill & Bar does not disclose unit-level earnings in Item 19 of its FDD.
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Initial Investment
$3,959,695 – $6,354,695
Source: FDD, Item 7
Franchise Fee
$60,000
Source: FDD, Item 5
Royalty
1.25% of revenue
Source: FDD, Item 6
Chili's Grill & Bar Franchise Key Facts
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Investment | $3,959,695 – $6,354,695Source: FDD, Item 7 | |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $60,000Source: FDD, Item 5 | |
| Royalty | 1.25% of revenueSource: FDD, Item 6 | |
| Median Revenue (AUV) | Chili's Grill & Bar does not disclose unit-level earnings in Item 19 of its FDD.Source: Item 19 | |
| Total Locations | 1,208 (2025)Source: Item 20 |
Chili's Grill & Bar Franchise Fees
Initial franchise fee(Item 5)
$60,000
Ongoing royalty(Item 6)
1.25% of revenue
National ad / brand fund(Item 6)
2.22%
Local marketing spend(Item 6)
2.5%
Additional Item 5–6 fees (transfer, renewal, area development, and any veteran discounts) are not yet parsed on Franchable — see the brand's FDD for the full fee schedule.
About Chili's Grill & Bar
Brinker International Payroll Company, L.P. franchises Chili's Grill & Bar restaurants, full-service establishments with a casual atmosphere. The menu features appetizers, entrees, burgers, salads, southwestern cuisine, desserts, and a full-service bar. Chili's emphasizes substantial portions of high-quality food at a great value. Restaurants are typically freestanding in high-traffic areas. The Chili's system includes distinctive design, recipes, operational standards, and training. They also franchise Maggiano's Little Italy restaurants, featuring Italian food in an inviting atmosphere. They offer Virtual Product Offerings like "It's Just Wings".
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Chili's Grill & Bar Franchise FAQ
How much does a Chili's Grill & Bar franchise cost?
Per Item 7 of the latest Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment ranges from $3,959,695 to $6,354,695.
What is the Chili's Grill & Bar franchise fee?
The FDD reports an initial franchise fee of $60,000.
What royalty does Chili's Grill & Bar charge?
The FDD reports an ongoing royalty of 1.25% of revenue.
How much does a Chili's Grill & Bar franchise owner make?
Chili's Grill & Bar does not disclose unit-level earnings in Item 19 of its FDD, so a reliable owner-income figure isn't available from its filing. Ask the franchisor for validation contacts and review the full FDD before relying on any earnings estimate.
Can I finance a Chili's Grill & Bar franchise with an SBA loan?
Many franchise purchases are financed with SBA 7(a) loans covering a large share of the total project cost. You can check what you'd qualify for with Franchable's free SBA prequalification.
Data sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Document. Franchable is not affiliated with or endorsed by Chili's Grill & Bar. This is not an offer to sell a franchise. Individual results vary.