Best Franchise Opportunities in Mumbai for 2027

There are plenty of opportunities for entrepreneurs looking to start a business in Mumbai within the food and drink, retail, wellness, food and tech sectors. However, what franchise you’ll choose will depend on your investment, business model, location and how involved you want to be with the day to day.

This guide helps you understand which franchise would be the best choice for you in 2027. We’ve looked at 9 franchises and their investment, business model, plus any benefits.

These investments are indicative and have not been audited. Just because a franchise has a certain investment doesn’t mean it will be profitable or that you’ll have a territory in Mumbai. Contact each company to get an updated quote.

## Quick Answer: What’s The Best Franchise In Mumbai For 2027?

The best franchise for you will depend on your available funds and experience.

• Lowest Investment: HygieGreen Kitchen - ₹7Lakh
• Tea Café - Aroma Chai - Starts from ₹12Lakh (Express) and ₹20Lakh (Café), no GST.
• Korean Fast Food - K-Bites - Estimated investment of ₹25-35Lakh.
• Coffee & Chai - Kaappi Ready - Multiple outlet options promoted, but need to contact for investment.
• Wellness Retail - GPLIFE Wellness - ₹25-35Lakh.
• Ethnic Fashion Retail - DOHR India - ₹50Lakh-1Crore.
• Luxury Dining - The Indian Peacock - ₹1-1.5Crore.

These offer different opportunities for different customers. The lowest investment doesn’t mean it will be the cheapest to run.

Top 9 Franchise Opportunities In Mumbai

1. K-Bites – Korean Street Food

Investment: ₹25-35Lakh.

Franchise Fee: ₹6Lakh.

Royalty: 6% of turnover.

K-Bites is a Korean inspired quick service restaurant concept offering Korean fried chicken, ramyeon and bibimbap. Multiple formats are promoted by the brand including takeaways, food courts, restaurants and cloud kitchens.

This could be a great option if you want to offer a unique food offering.

Why?

Unique Korean street food menu.

Multiple outlet formats.

Support with training and running the business.

What To Check?

Check the total investment, franchise fee, royalty, equipment costs, staffing and working capital. They also promote Master Franchise opportunities with specific terms published on the official website.

They have sold out of master franchises in Maharashtra so this doesn’t guarantee there will be an outlet in Mumbai. Check with them directly.

View Official Franchise Page

Best For: Entrepreneurs with experience in the food industry or resources to manage food quality, staffing, stock and delivery.

2. Aroma Chai – Tea Café

Investment: ₹12Lakh (Express) & ₹20Lakh (Café) Excl. GST.

Aroma Chai offers a tea café concept with drinks, snacks and complementary food. They offer Express and Café formats with Express being ideal for smaller spaces.

They have cafes throughout Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane and other cities. Training and support are promoted.

Why?

Familiar beverage offering with repeat business.

Multiple outlet formats.

Can offer a mixture of walk in, takeaways and deliveries.

What To Check?

Get an updated franchise agreement, franchise fee, royalty and total investment. The website says they charge a 5% royalty on net sales. This is only charged during months when the outlet is profitable. Check the exact terms.

Calculate the rent, staff pay, ingredients, waste, delivery commission and taxes to see how profitable your outlet would be.

View Official Website & Franchise Page- https://aromachai.in/

Best For: Entrepreneurs wanting to offer a beverage led retail outlet. You’ll need to find an appropriate location and can manage the day to day.

3. Kaappi Ready – Coffee & Chai

Investment: Not confirmed.

Kaappi Ready offers filter coffee and chai from South India alongside snacks. They have carts, kiosks and café style outlets. This means you can look into different outlet formats.

Look into locations with regular footfall. For example: commercial areas, education areas or appropriate transport areas.

Why?

Beverage led offering.

Multiple outlet formats.

Offers convenience to those needing refreshments.

What To Check?

Ask for a detailed quotation on the format you want to open. Check the equipment, premises, supplies, royalty, training and working capital.

They currently operate in multiple southernIndian states. Don’t assume there will be an outlet or franchise available in Mumbai. Contact them directly.

View Official Website- https://www.kaappiready.com/

Best For: Entrepreneurs who can manage the customer service, stock and retail aspect.

4. GPLIFE Wellness – Supplements Retail

Investment: ₹25-35Lakh.

Liquid Capital: ₹15-20Lakh.

GPLIFE Wellness promote a niche retail offering with plant based supplement products. Their franchise website offers a snapshot of investment and working capital.

This will involve more than just having a shop. You’ll need to ensure you have proper documentation, responsible communication with customers, stock management and regulation.

Why?

Niche retail.

Promote a range of wellness products.

Repeat business.

What To Check?

Check if the investment includes initial stock, fitting out of the store, equipment, deposits and working capital. Ensure the products have proper labelling, licence, testing documentation and any restrictions on health claims.

Ask for proof to back up sales forecasts and stock turn assumptions. Don’t assume the margins and ROI are accurate.

View Official Franchise Page- https://franchise.gplifewellness.com/

Best For: Entrepreneurs with experience in retail and stock management. With responsible product and customer service.

 5. DOHR India – Ethnic Wear

Investment: ₹50Lakh-1Crore (3rd Party).

Space Required: 1000-2000Sqft (3rd Party).

DOHR India offers contemporary Indian clothing including kurta sets, saree’s, co-ord sets etc. The brand has a background in designing and manufacturing.

This investment has been taken from a 3rd party franchise listing.

Why?

Niche clothing.

Offering clothing for everyday, celebration and occasion wear.

May fit with shopping destinations and luxury retail.

What To Check?

Contact the brand to check if they have franchise partnerships available in Mumbai. Who owns the stock? What happens to unsold stock? What are the restocking terms? Does the investment include fitting out, deposits and franchise fee?

As this is a fashion business you’ll want to know the stock terms as it can tie up a lot of working capital.

View Official Website- https://dohrindia.com/

Best For: Entrepreneurs with sufficient retail capital to manage stock, merchandising and customer service.

6. Hello Chotu – Hyperlocal Trading

Investment: Not confirmed.

Hello Chotu describe themselves as a technology driven local trading platform. They connect local traders with customers, helping local traders provide services.

This opportunity will require you to understand technology, logistics, trader relationships and how you’ll be generating income.

Why?

Local trading business.

Technology and delivery driven.

Opportunity to build relationships with local traders.

What To Check?

Ask for details on how franchise partners generate income. Who pays fees? Are there technology and territory fees? How much is charged for delivery?

Ask for examples of how this will work in practice. Get written terms on the territory. Check what the total costs are. Ensure you know who the legal entity is on the franchise agreement.

View Official Website- https://hellochotu.com/

Best For: Entrepreneurs interested in building local businesses and relationships with traders using technology.

 7. HygieGreen Kitchen – Cloud Kitchen

Investment: ₹7Lakh+

Space Required: 300-500Sqft.

HygieGreen Kitchen promote a delivery driven food business. The franchise information shows what equipment you’ll need, how it will run and food safety responsibilities.

This is the lowest investment of all options however this doesn’t mean it is risk free.

Why?

Delivery driven.

Small space required.

Lowest investment of a few options.

What To Check?

Ask for a breakdown of the investment. This should include equipment, deposits, fitting out, licences, staffing, stock, packaging, marketing and working capital.

The franchise information shows some financial and operational terms. Make sure these match what you’ll get in the final agreement. If they promise a minimum monthly profit, ask for exact terms. What is excluded? Who do you pay? What are the terms? Have an independent lawyer review the guarantee.

Check the royalty, supplies, territory and exit terms.

View Franchise Information- https://hygiegreen.beginorder.com/franchise.html

View Published Terms- https://hygiegreen.beginorder.com/terms.html

Best For: Entrepreneurs who understand how a kitchen operates, food safety and online delivery.

 8. Chittinaidu Pulavs – Regional Food

Investment: ₹12-31Lakh (3rd Party).

Space Required: Approx 300-3000Sqft (Depends on format).

Chittinaidu Pulavs specialise in regional foods including Andhra style pulavs. The 3rd party franchise listing shows they have cloud kitchens, kitchen & shop and master kitchen formats.

Why?

Unique regional food.

Multiple formats.

May fit with those wanting regional food.

What To Check?

Ask for the latest franchise proposal. Check what the costs are for each format. Check the royalty, supplies, menu standardisation, staffing and delivery platform commission.

Ask for proof of how they perform. If they’re giving projected figures for sales, ensure they’re clearly stated.

View SMERGERS Listing- https://www.smergers.com/franchise/chittinaidu-pulavs/i59ud/

Best For: Entrepreneurs with restaurant, cloud kitchen or food experience.

9. The Indian Peacock – Luxury Dining

Investment: ₹1-1.5Crore.

Restaurant Size: 2000-3000Sqft.

The Indian Peacock promote a luxury Indian dining experience. They’ll help you choose a location, design your restaurant, fit out your kitchen, provide training and support.

This will be a much larger investment than the smaller cafes and cloud kitchens.

Why?

Unique luxury dining.

Wide range of regional Indian foods.

They’ll help with several aspects of your restaurant.

What To Check?

Ask for a full capital investment. This should include deposits for rent, fitting out, kitchen equipment, staffing, pre-opening and working capital.

Ask for proof of sales forecasts. What is the projected payback? What are the margins? Check the royalty, marketing contributions, territory and ongoing support.

The investment and payback figures are claims by the brand.

View Official Franchise Page- https://theindianpeacock.com/franchise/

Best For: Experienced hospitality operators or well funded entrepreneurs who can access professional restaurant management support.

Franchise Investment Comparison

These may vary on what they include so don’t assume they’re equal. Ensure you check the dates of the quotations and what they include. This should include taxes, deposits, equipment, initial stock and working capital.

 How To Choose The Right Franchise In Mumbai

 1. Decide On Your Investment

How much can you invest without affecting your emergency funds? Ensure you have a separate fund for rent, pay, stock, utilities and unexpected costs.

 2. Consider Location

Consider how much rent you’ll be paying, how many customers you’ll get, competition and what your target market is. A food outlet near offices may have different demand than a shop in a residential area or shopping centre.

3. Work Out Total Costs

Create a monthly spreadsheet including sales, gross margin, rent, pay, utilities, royalty, marketing and delivery commission. How much sales will you need to break even?

 4. Talk To Existing Franchisees

If possible talk to current franchisees privately. Find out what the real costs are, quality of support, variation in sales, ongoing costs and how long it took to set up.

 5. Review The Franchise Agreement

Get an independent professional to review the agreement. This should include exclusivity, renewal, exit, refunds, supplies and dispute resolution.

 6. Check Registrations & Licences

Any food businesses will need to check the requirements. This can be done via [FSSAI- https://www.fssai.gov.in/business/licensing and their [FoSCoS Licensing Portal- https://foscos.fssai.gov.in/). Other tax, staffing and local business requirements may apply.

 Franchise Due Diligence Checklist

Before paying a franchise fee ensure you have:

• An updated investment quotation with breakdown.
• Legal details of the franchisor.
• Full franchise agreement.
• Written details of all ongoing costs.
• Proof of sales and profit forecasts.
• References from existing franchisees.
• Written terms of territory, renewal, exit and refunds.
• Details of licences and what you need to comply with.
• A realistic spreadsheet showing local costs.

Don’t rely on testimonials, projected payback times or profit figures.

 FAQs

 What is the lowest investment?

HygieGreen Kitchen have the lowest investment with a starting investment of ₹7Lakh. This hasn’t been independently verified.

 What is the highest investment?

The Indian Peacock have the highest investment with ₹1-1.5Crore. Ensure you get an updated quotation and what the costs include.

 Is profit guaranteed?

No. Profits will depend on sales, location, rent, staffing, competition and costs. Any guarantees should be checked in full.

 How do I verify a franchise?

Ensure you have the franchise agreement and breakdown. Check the legal details of the franchisor. Try to talk to current franchisees. Get independent professional advise.

 Where else can I look?

Look at [FranchiseBazar- https://www.franchisebazar.com/location/mumbai) for more opportunities. These are just leads and shouldn’t be seen as endorsements.

 Conclusion

There are 9 different franchise opportunities to enter the food, beverage, wellness, fashion, dining and local trading industries in Mumbai.

A lower investment may be better for first time entrepreneurs whilst a larger restaurant or retail outlet may require more investment and experience. There isn’t a one size fits all franchise. It depends on what the real costs are, if it fits the location, what the terms are and realistic business figures.

Ensure you compare written proposals, check if there is currently a territory available, look into how the outlet performs and get the agreement reviewed.

 Research

This guide shows what the investment is based on what the brand says and 3rd party sources. These haven’t been independently audited. No interviews or visits to franchisees have been carried out.

Links to the official brand pages have been included wherever possible. 3rd party estimates have been noted. Where the investment isn’t known it hasn’t been assumed. Ensure you get written quotations and check if they have an available territory in Mumbai.

Written By: Gouri Ghosh, Franchisebazar Editorial Team — Updated October 2026

Disclaimer: The brands mentioned in this blog are the recommendations provided by the author. FranchiseBAZAR does not claim to work with these brands / represent them / or are associated with them in any manner. Investors and prospective franchisees are to do their own due diligence before investing in any franchise business at their own risk and discretion. FranchiseBAZAR or its Directors disclaim any liability or risks arising out of any transactions that may take place due to the information provided in this blog.