Galito’s

About Galito’s

Galito’s is a South African flame-grilled chicken franchise founded in 1996 by Louis Germishuys, a former Nando’s franchisee. The brand specialises in Afro-Portuguese peri peri chicken, prepared using distinctive marinades and sauces, alongside burgers, wraps and side dishes. It has developed an international presence through a predominantly franchised network, reaching its landmark 300th opening in 2025.

Galito’s is targeting the UK as a major expansion market and is seeking experienced multi-unit operators capable of developing a substantial restaurant network. Its flexible formats include high street restaurants, shopping centre outlets, drive-thrus and compact GaliPod containers. Franchisees receive support with site selection, design, recruitment, training, operational systems and supply arrangements.

Why franchise with Galito’s

• ✓Join an established South African chicken franchise with a strong international presence.
• ✓Offer flame-grilled peri peri chicken, burgers, wraps and sides with distinctive flavours.
• ✓Choose from high street restaurants, shopping centre outlets, drive-thrus and GaliPods.
• ✓Receive assistance with site selection, restaurant design, recruitment and staff training.
• ✓Benefit from established recipes, operational systems and centralised supply arrangements.
• ✓Develop a UK master franchise network with opportunities for substantial multi-unit growth.

What's expected of a franchisee

Property requirements

Galito’s seeks suitable commercial premises ranging from approximately 60-300 m², depending on the restaurant format. Locations may include high streets, shopping centres, food courts and drive-thru sites, while compact GaliPod containers offer additional flexibility. Premises must accommodate flame-grilling equipment, food preparation, storage, ventilation and customer service areas. The franchisor provides guidance on site selection and restaurant design.

Training and support

Galito’s provides comprehensive franchise support, including site selection, restaurant design, staff recruitment and initial training. Franchisees receive operational manuals, recipe cards, preparation procedures and guidance on maintaining consistent food quality. Regional field service consultants provide ongoing operational assistance, while central supply arrangements support product consistency. Additional support is available for master franchise development.

Operational requirements

Franchisees are responsible for daily restaurant operations, including food preparation, hygiene, staffing, stock control and customer service. Operators must follow Galito’s approved recipes, cooking methods and quality standards while managing costs and local marketing. Restaurants may offer dine-in, takeaway and delivery services depending on their format. UK master franchise partners will also oversee network development and support individual franchise operators.

Experience required

Galito’s is seeking experienced UK franchise partners with strong commercial, operational and leadership capabilities. Ideal candidates will have experience managing multiple restaurants or established hospitality brands and the financial resources to support large-scale expansion. Applicants should understand franchise operations, team development and site acquisition. The preferred partner will be committed to establishing and growing a substantial UK network.

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