Skip to content A food franchise in Chandigarh lets you run a ready-made restaurant brand in one of India’s most affluent, food-loving cities. Tandooriwala offers exactly this: a multi-cuisine Indian restaurant franchise you own and operate yourself under the FOFO (Franchise-Owned, Franchise-Operated) model. Founded in 2013, Tandooriwala serves Mughlai, North Indian, Continental, and world barbecue dishes — both veg and non-veg — built around its signature tandoori recipes. As a franchisee, you tap into the wider Tricity market of Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula, a region with strong dining-out habits and deep roots in tandoor-style food. Tandooriwala backs you with location help, staff recruitment and training, supply of its secret spice blends, and full marketing support, so you never run the outlet alone. If you want a trusted, chef-led brand to launch with, a Tandooriwala food franchise in Chandigarh is worth a serious look.
Chandigarh is India’s first planned city, and it remains one of the country’s most organised and prosperous urban centres. It serves as the shared capital of both Punjab and Haryana, and it sits at the heart of the “Tricity” cluster alongside Mohali and Panchkula. That means a single outlet can draw customers from three connected areas, not just one.
The region also has a built-in advantage for a brand like Tandooriwala: North Indian and Punjabi food, including tandoori dishes, is native to this part of the country. Diners here already know and love the cuisine, so you spend less effort explaining the menu and more time serving repeat guests. Add a large student population and a steady flow of professionals, and you get a market that eats out often.
For owners who want to grow further, nearby cities open more doors, such as a food franchise in Ludhiana or a food franchise in Delhi.
When owners compare options for the best food franchise in Chandigarh, three things set Tandooriwala apart: the recipes, the range, and the recognition. The brand is led by Master Chef Shajahan M Abdul, and its kitchens are built around tested, chef-developed dishes rather than generic menus.
The menu is genuinely wide. It covers tandoori starters, biryanis, Indian curries and breads, Continental plates, pasta, pizzas, and desserts. The whole Tandoori Chicken is the most ordered non-veg dish, while Paneer Tikka leads the veg side, so both kinds of diners have a clear favourite. You can see the full spread on the multi-cuisine menu, and explore the dedicated non-veg restaurant franchise angle too.
Tandooriwala has also earned industry awards, including the Food Icon Award 2022 and a Certificate of Excellence. You can learn more about Tandooriwala and the team behind the brand.
Tandooriwala works with a range of outlet sizes, so you can match your investment to the right location in Chandigarh, from a busy sector market to a high-street spot or a mall. Space options generally run from around 1,000 sq ft up to 3,000 sq ft and above.
A smaller footprint suits high-footfall pockets where rent is higher and quick service matters. It keeps your setup lean while still carrying the core menu.
This is a comfortable middle size for a full sit-down restaurant, with room for family seating and a proper kitchen. It fits many of Chandigarh’s sector markets well.
A larger space lets you offer a premium dining experience and host bigger groups, which works in prime, high-visibility locations.
A franchise should not leave you to figure things out alone, and Tandooriwala’s model reflects that. Even though you own and operate the outlet under FOFO, the brand stays involved in the parts that decide whether a restaurant runs smoothly.
The support covers location feasibility checks, complete staff recruitment, and kitchen-staff management handled by the company. You also get standard operating procedure (SOP) training, on-the-job training for your team, and the supply of Tandooriwala’s secret spice blends so your food tastes the same as every other outlet. On top of that, the brand provides full print and digital marketing and 24×7 franchisee care, plus free ongoing support after you launch.
You can review the full franchise business opportunities on offer, or see how owners run outlets in other cities, such as a food franchise in Kanpur or a food franchise in Indore.
Consultation: Discuss your goals and budget.
Location Study: Our team identifies the best spots in Chandigarh.
Agreement: Transparent contracts safeguard both brand and investor.
Setup: Interiors, kitchen, and branding are managed by us.
Recruitment & Training: We hire and train a skilled team.
Grand Launch: Backed by national campaigns and local promotions.
Under the FOFO model, you fund and own your Tandooriwala outlet and keep day-to-day operational control, while the brand provides the system, recipes, and support. This ownership is exactly why many first-time and experienced owners prefer FOFO: the outlet, and the upside, is yours.
Your total cost depends mainly on your chosen space size and location, since rent and fit-out vary across Chandigarh. Tandooriwala positions itself at a lesser investment than many national chains, and it works on transparent terms with no hidden charges. There is a monthly royalty, which is shared openly during your discussion, so you know your numbers before you commit. For exact figures suited to your plan, the team walks you through them in a direct consultation.
If you are weighing markets more broadly, it helps to look at franchise opportunities in India and even the Indian food franchise in the USA for scale.
Getting started is straightforward. First, you reach out and share your preferred location and available space. The team then runs a feasibility check, discusses investment and terms openly, and signs the franchise agreement. After that, Tandooriwala helps with setup, recruitment, and training, and supports your launch and the months that follow.
Ready to own a FOFO outlet? Call +91 74112 04455 or fill in the franchise form to start your Tandooriwala food franchise in Chandigarh today. You can also reach the franchise team via the contact page, or compare formats like a restaurant franchise in Karnataka and a food franchise in Jaipur to see the brand’s spread.
One of our franchise partners in South India began with no prior restaurant experience. With our recruitment, training, and marketing support, they hit break-even in just six months. Today, they operate multiple outlets successfully.
The same story can be written in Chandigarh — with the city’s strong dining culture and Tandooriwala’s proven systems, your outlet can grow rapidly.
Owning a food franchise in Chandigarh with Tandooriwala is more than a business — it’s a chance to join a brand that blends authentic taste with modern systems. With our unique hybrid model, operational support, and brand recognition, you’ll enjoy the rewards of entrepreneurship without the usual risks.
Chandigarh is ready for the authentic taste of Tandooriwala. The only question is: are you ready to bring it here?
Yes. Chandigarh has an affluent, food-loving market and strong roots in North Indian and tandoori cuisine, which matches Tandooriwala’s menu well. With a chef-led brand and full operational support, owners get a tested system rather than starting from scratch.
Outlet sizes generally range from around 1,000 sq ft up to 3,000 sq ft and above. The right size depends on your location and budget, and the Tandooriwala team helps you choose during your feasibility discussion.
Yes. The brand handles complete recruitment, manages kitchen staff, and provides SOP and on-the-job training, along with the supply of its secret spice blends so your food stays consistent.
FOFO stands for Franchise-Owned, Franchise-Operated. You fund and own your outlet and run it day to day, while Tandooriwala supplies the brand, recipes, training, and marketing support.
Call +91 74112 04455 or submit the franchise form with your location and space details. The team will check feasibility, explain the investment and transparent terms, and guide you through setup and launch.
