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Chronic Tacos Franchise Cost & Facts · Food & Beverage

Explore Chronic Tacos franchise costs, fees, unit count, and Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Request the full FDD free below.

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Food & BeverageFounded 2006· 20 yrs44 unitschronictacos.com
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Total Investment

Franchise Fee

$40K – $45K

Unit Count

44

Year Founded

2006

Overview

Why Chronic Tacos?

Chronic Tacos is a food & beverage brand with over 20 years of operating history and 44 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

Total initial investment
Initial franchise fee
$40K – $45K
Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

2020201920182017201620152014

Latest FDD on file: 2020. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Who's Operating It

32 franchisees of Chronic Tacos

2 multi-unit operators34 units operated by franchisees
See all 32 Chronic Tacos franchisees

Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Chronic Tacos franchise FAQ

Is Chronic Tacos a franchise?

Yes. Chronic Tacos is a franchise in the food & beverage category, which means you can own and operate a Chronic Tacos location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

What is the Chronic Tacos franchise fee?

The Chronic Tacos initial franchise fee is $40K – $45K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.

How many Chronic Tacos franchise locations are there?

Chronic Tacos operates 44 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Chronic Tacos founded?

Chronic Tacos was founded in 2006, giving the brand 20 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Chronic Tacos franchise profitable?

Chronic Tacos unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Chronic Tacos FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Chronic Tacos franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Chronic Tacos Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Chronic Tacos FDD?

The current Chronic Tacos FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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