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L&L is Ranked #21 Among Yelp’s Fastest Growing Brands for 2024!
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Opportunity
Aloha
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Ranked #1 Asian Fast Food Franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine 7 years in a row! (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, & 2023)
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Voted #1 Asian Food Franchise
Entrepreneur Magazine ranked L&L Hawaiian Barbecue as the #1 Asian food franchise seven years in a row (2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017). L&L is a unique concept that serves delicious Asian American inspired dishes that has grown tremendously throughout the country and internationally!
The #1 Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue is an established brand name. If you ask anyone from Hawaii, they will tell you that L&L is a beloved icon and a well-recognized name. L&L has been bringing Hawaii to the world through distinctive dining experiences and the aloha spirit. L&L is the original Hawaiian Barbecue that serves authentic Hawaiian Barbecue.
Three Good Reasons to Own an L&L Franchise
Nationwide Ohana (Family)
As the owner of an L&L Hawaiian Barbecue restaurant franchise, you’re part of a global chain with an international reputation for excellence.
Hands-on Training
We provide extensive business training programs and proven food franchise operating systems. Our support team will help you to streamline operations and create a business that’s simple — and fun — to run.
Marketing
We’re focused on growing your customer base and continually create memorable marketing campaigns that bring customers back to your restaurant again and again.
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“L&L has given me the gift of entrepreneurship — I am responsible for all key decisions and my staff.”
Franchisor Details
Year Founded
1952
Franchising Since
1990
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Total units
210+
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Home Office
Honolulu, Hawaii
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Also featured in the "The 50 Franchise Companies Doing the Most to Champion Diversity" (September 2022, Entrepreneur Magazine )
2022 Costs & Fees
Minimum Liquid Capital Required:
$250,000
Total Investment:
$151,700 - $613,000
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Want more info?
Download our Franchisee Brochure here.
Take the next step
If you’re an entrepreneur with a vision and a passion for food, step up to the plate and join us in our mission to spread the Aloha spirit around the world.