Kebab Franchise Opportunities in the UK

Kebabs are a popular food choice in the UK. They are a firm favourite after a boozy night out with friends, possibly due to their impressive ability to soak up alcohol. As well as being a classic takeaway treat, they can also be eaten in gourmet restaurants and are enjoyed across the world. Kebabs usually comprise cut up or ground meat, fish or - the increasingly popular - haloumi, sometimes with fruit and vegetables and are cooked on a skewer on a grill, over a fire, baked in the oven or in a stew.

It is thought that post-pub snacks were popularised in the UK because of Mehmet Aygün or Kadir Nurman, who sold kebabs in West Berlin in the early 1970s, where the Turkish dish was soon transformed into a street snack favourite. The first UK kebab shop opened in London in 1966, meaning they have been enjoyed here for over 50 years.

Now, there are over 20,000 kebab houses across the length and breadth of the UK, collectively creating 70,000 jobs and selling over 1.3 billion kebabs a day. The British economy would suffer without businesses selling the filling meaty snack, as the industry accounts to more than £2.2 billion in revenue.

The convenience of not needing any cutlery, combined with their filling nature make kebabs a popular on-the-go meal choice in urban and rural areas. So, why not get involved in a popular sector with plenty of scope to create a lucrative business?

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Unfortunately, there aren’t currently any kebab franchise opportunities available with Point Franchise. However, take a look below at one of the most exciting kebab franchise opportunities in the UK.

GDK

German Doner Kebab (GDK) is a fast casual kebab franchise that has taken Europe and the Middle East by storm with its healthy and nutritious spin on traditional kebabs. The brand acknowledges that food trends are constantly evolving, but people all over the globe seek out this authentic dining experience without having to pay top dollar. GDK are innovators in the kebab market, offering a kebab which is fresh and flavoursome, yet about half the expected number of calories. And, with the national shift to live a healthier lifestyle - exercising more frequently and eating locally sourced, organic food - there is certainly a demand for healthy spins on unhealthy classics.

GDK operates from over 50 stores in countries including the UK, Sweden, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and Pakistan. The company boasts a highly knowledgeable team of experts in the field - with combined food and beverage experience of over 100 years - to ensure that every GDK franchise is a success.

The food franchise encourages experienced and talented master franchisees with a desire to capitalise on an unmissable global opportunity. Interested franchises will need to provide the investment costs of between £245,000 and £345,000 to source a site between 1,300 and 1,500 square feett, to seat at least 40 diners.

So, if you have the experience and resources to take part in GDK’s exciting expansion as a multi-unit franchisee in the UK or Ireland, then head to its website, where you can find out more and fill in a franchise enquiry form.

Similar Opportunities

There are many fast food opportunities available through Point Franchise, take a look below at some of our top picks:

Wok to Walk

The brand claims the title of the number one wok kitchen chain in Europe, and it is clear why. With over 95 successful stores open, Wok to Walk offers customers all over the world their healthy Asian food fix ‘on the go’. It is an innovative brand with little competition and that’s why it is preparing for global domination. The well-conceived business model has helped create a unique business concept, a flawless operating system and an internationally recognised franchise.

The franchise is powerful enough to expand in the toughest markets, including Barcelona, London and New York. This could be because of the flexibility and the versatility of the business model. There is scope to open in a range of locations: shopping centres, small hole-in-the-wall locations and big flagship stores. It also serves up its healthy fast food to a mix of hungry customers, from families and students, to tourists and businessmen. Wok to Walk has crafted a comprehensive training programme to ensure that franchisees are confident running the business and providing the ultimate customer experience. If this sounds like an exciting opportunity, you will need to make a minimum investment of £100,000 and have the franchise fee of £45,000.

Loaded Burgers

This franchise offers quality burgers topped with the freshest and finest ingredients in the market - creating the ‘most loaded burger in the country.’ The brand was launched by five brothers who noticed a demand in the market for top-quality burgers at a competitive price. There are locations in Liverpool, Stoke Newington and Ilford at the moment, but the brand is keen further its nationwide expansion.

Franchisees will be able to operate under an established brand with a tried and tested business model. Before the big launch, franchisees will participate in an initial training programme to get to grips with how to operate the business successfully so you can be making profits in no time. Loaded Burgers will also supply all of the equipment and marketing and sales assistance. As the burger brand is dedicated to its growth and development, it cares about its franchisees’ success, so will be there every step of the way to ensure Loaded Burgers takes the UK burger industry by storm.

Interested franchisees will need to make a minimum investment of £25,000 and a total investment of £150,000. Franchisee fees are £15,995.