Crispies

About Crispies

Crispies, known for its freshly prepared fried chicken, gourmet burgers, loaded fries, wings, tenders and globally inspired flavours, was founded by Irshad Tabib in 2021. As of the summer of 2026, the business had seven locations across the capital - in Harrow, Kilburn, Maida Vale, Tower Hill, Elephant & Castle, Edgware Road and Stockwell - and the next stage of its UK expansion will see four new franchised restaurants open in Ruislip, Wembley, Bristol and Brent Cross by the end of October.

A fifth confirmed opening in Muswell Hill will follow during the final quarter of the year. Not only will this take Crispies into new parts of London, but the Bristol restaurant will mark its first expansion beyond the capital.

The UK rollout will be closely followed by Crispies’ first international franchise development, in Saudi Arabia, following an agreement that includes an initial pipeline of five restaurants - scheduled to open within the first 12 months.

A Presman & Colard spokesman said: “Saudi Arabia represents an important milestone for Crispies and provides a strong foundation for further international expansion. These confirmed openings represent more than an increase in restaurant numbers; they mark Crispies’ transition from an established London operator into an emerging national and international franchise brand.

“Further UK territories are now being assessed for development. With five new UK franchise openings confirmed, an international agreement completed and a five-site Saudi Arabian pipeline already established, Crispies is well positioned for its next stage of growth.”

Why franchise with Crispies

• ✓Minimum investment is from £150,000, with a £12,500 plus VAT franchise fee and capex starting from £150,000. Royalty fees are 4% and marketing fees 1%, with an expected ROI in 18 months.
• ✓The company said: “Franchise partners benefit from a proven business model that has been refined across multiple successful London restaurants.
• ✓“Support includes site selection, restaurant design guidance, supplier relationships, comprehensive operational manuals, initial and ongoing training, opening support, marketing assistance and continual business development.
• ✓“Franchisees also receive access to established systems, technology platforms and approved supply chains, allowing them to launch with confidence and scale efficiently. Whether opening a single restaurant or developing an exclusive territory, franchise partners receive the guidance and support needed to build a successful long-term business.
• ✓“Investment levels vary depending on the size, format and location of each restaurant. The overall investment typically includes the franchise fee, restaurant fit out, kitchen equipment, signage, opening inventory, technology systems, training, marketing and working capital. Franchise partners also receive full access to the Crispies operating system, supplier network and ongoing support programme.
• ✓“Previous restaurant experience is beneficial but not essential. More important is a commitment to operational excellence, strong leadership and delivering the Crispies brand consistently across every location. We also welcome enquiries from investors and master franchise partners looking to develop exclusive territories both within the UK and internationally.”

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