At Thaï Express, we have put a tremendous amount of effort into researching, testing, tasting and implementing our concept through various mediums such as design, processes, marketing, purchasing, product and our core values.
Why Franchisees
Love Thaï Express
At Thaï Express we strive to provide continuous support and professional guidance to all of our franchisees from the early stages of training and development, all the way through to the exciting opening day and beyond. Through continued dedication and determination we aim to provide the stepping stones our franchisees need in order to achieve continued success for many years to come!
Core Values
Quality
Right product, process & people.
Respect
A culture of respect, we treat everyone like family.
** Other fees and deposits such as leasing fees, plant preparation fees, security deposits, grand openings fees may apply.
*** Subject to good net worth and credit. Depends on store size site conditions and other factors.
Mall UNITS
Street locations
350 to 450 sq. ft.
Area
35k
Franchise fee *
10 years
Term of franchise (depending on lease)
450k to 500k
Initial investment ** (depending on real estate)
35%
Personal investment *** (estimated)
6%
Royalties
3%
Corporate advertising fee
1200 to 2000 sq. ft.
Area
35k
Franchise fee *
10 years
Term of franchise (depending on lease)
550k to 600k
Initial investment ** (depending on real estate)
35%
Personal investment *** (estimated)
6%
Royalties
3%
Corporate advertising fee
* Fee may differ depending on region
** Other fees and deposits such as leasing fees, plant preparation fees, security deposits, grand openings fees may apply.
*** Subject to good net worth and credit. Depends on store size site conditions and other factors.
Always Delicious
Sharing our Thaï Heart in everything we do. Thaï Express is honoured to have won awards for everything from our Pad Thaï to our famous General Thaï and sharing the experience of Thailand with the world.
THAI RESTAURANT FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR 2018-19 (NORTH AMERICA)
2019: VEGAN MENU 2020: NOMINEE
FAVOURITE RESTAURANTS 2019
BEST THAI RESTAURANT 2020 & 2022
Join a Winning Concept!
Our vision of success is to always exceed expectations by offering a tasteful variety of authentic Thaï cuisine prepared and served by well-trained and motivated team members.
Thaï Express Franchisee Testimonials
“Being a franchisee of Thaï Express for nearly seven years has been an incredible journey of growth and success.
Thaï Express goes above and beyond in supporting its franchisees, providing not only exceptional training materials but also ongoing guidance and assistance.
What truly sets Thaï Express apart is its dedication to their brand. By continuously refining store aesthetics and introducing dishes by expanding their menu to a diverse range of customers, Thaï Express provides support, growth, and success for its franchisees. Thaï Express creates an environment where franchisees can flourish and achieve their business goals.”
Melissa Tan
Franchisee in AlbertA
“When you go into other franchise restaurants it’s always the same, whether you go into this one on this street or that one on that street.
When you come into Thaï Express, though, it’s different. Every Thaï Express is familiar — but there’s a uniqueness, and customers really respond to that. The friendly atmosphere, the great service and the amazing food keeps them coming back again and again.”
Eddy Hassan
Franchisee in Quebec
“Thai Express is not just a brand; it’s a commitment to quality, freshness, and customer satisfaction. It’s been a privilege to be a part of this journey.“
Sonia
Franchisee in Ontario
Thaï Express Rewards
Experience a taste of Thaï Express with every purchase! With our Rewards program, every purchase earns a point for every dollar spent, in restaurant, online and in app! The program is an exciting way to bring customers closer to the brand with ways to earn bonus points through welcome offers and exclusive promos, not to mention our Birthday Reward. But it’s not just about the points, rewards are earned with every 75 points accumulated, and drops a $5 off discount in your account.
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Interested in owning a Thaï Express restaurant franchise?
The standard franchise agreement matches the restaurant lease agreement. Most restaurant lease agreements are normally of a 10-year duration, this is typically co-terminus with the expiry of the lease.
The entire process can take between 6 to 12 months; this is dependent on the availability and timeline for the real estate.
The Royalty fee for Thaï Express is 6% of the gross sales revenue. As for the Advertising Fund fee, it is 3%.
At Thaï Express, we feel that when an owner is present full time the restaurant offers the best quality food and customer service, most of our stores require one shareholder to be an owner operator.
The ideal Thaï Express franchisee is a well-rounded individual who combines business acumen, leadership qualities, and a strong commitment to the brand’s values. They play a pivotal role in upholding the brand’s reputation, ensuring operational excellence, and driving the long-term success of the franchise.
Yes, depending on the brand and region we are happy to consider both single and multi-unit opportunities.
The investment for a Thaï Express can vary depending on the location. The required available assets varies between $450,000 to $650,000. For more detailed information, click here.
Yes. We have a team of designers and construction professionals to aid in the construction process.
You may use your own contractor, the Thaï Express construction team will need to certify them and would include them in your projects tender process. The Thaï Express Construction team will provide a full set of drawing for contractors to quote on. Ideally only approved certified contractors would provide prices.
Typically store construction takes between 90-120 days, however, this is dependant on the supply chain for materials and availability of contractors.
Thaï Express is supported by the most national banks in Canada. Thaï Express does not provide financial assistance although can recommend certain financial institutions to partner with. Thaï Express will be guiding you throughout this process so that you are able to achieve the desired outcome.
It is strongly recommended that franchisees be responsible for day-to-day operations. Some of our highest performing locations are run by the owner operator.
When you join Thaï Express, you’re part of a franchise with a plethora of advertising, business coaching and marketing support. Our team is built of experienced marketing experts prioritizing excellent brand visibility in each market.
Yes, it is possible to select your own location, although Thaï Express will need to approve of the site.
Yes. Our real estate team works widely with real estate agents to bring ideal vetted sites including new build and existing for review for the franchise candidate. It is essential to work closely with Thaï Express’ real estate team who are experienced in commercial real estate and restaurant properties. We can help you navigate the complexities of finding the right location and negotiate favorable lease or purchase terms. Additionally, conducting a comprehensive feasibility study and business plan can provide further insight into the viability of your restaurant in a specific location.
Our real estate team will review your location, if it meets our criteria then we can review the suitability on the services it has to offer.
Thaï Express locations come in may formats, from kiosk, to front counter in-line and full stores, the size would range from 350 square feet up to 2000 square feet.
Thaï Express’s designated real estate team will negotiate your commercial lease alongside a network of brokers.
The ideal real estate criteria for opening a restaurant can vary significantly depending on the type of restaurant, its target market, and the local area’s demographics and competition. However, there are several general factors to consider when selecting a location for a restaurant including; the Location and its visability, accessibility, demographics and Competition; Size and Layout of the unit; does the zoning and permits allow for a restaurant; is there ample parking and/or foot traffic; the rental cost of the unit and cost to install the required serivce required for a restaurant.
Thaï Express ensures that franchisees can learn the basic skills necessary to successfully operate their restaurant. There is 2 weeks of training at a designated Thaï Express restaurant as well as 1 week online courses. New franchisees are also provided 1 week of opening support.
No, Thaï Express provides full training and support, however, management and restaurant knowledge is an asset.
We recommend you employ a staff of 6-10 people, whom you will extensively train to maintain the quality of our products, as well as to ensure your customers have a positive experience in your restaurant.
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