The Belgian Waffle Xpress \u00b7 FAQ
How much does a TBWX franchise cost?
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A TBWX franchise starts at Rs 3 Lakhs for a kiosk and ranges up to Rs 5 Lakhs for a full outlet. 5% royalty on gross sales with a two-month waiver at launch.
A TBWX franchise in India starts at Rs 3 Lakhs for a kiosk-format outlet (60-120 sq ft) and ranges up to Rs 5 Lakhs for a full outlet with seating (250-500 sq ft).
The all-in investment includes: franchise fee (Rs 1.25 Lakhs), kitchen equipment (Rs 1.5-1.8 Lakhs — Belgian waffle iron, Bubble waffle iron, poffertjes griddle, blender, soft-serve machine, refrigeration, prep stations), initial inventory (Rs 40-60K), branding and interior (Rs 60K-1.2L), POS and technology (Rs 15-25K), licenses (Rs 15-30K — FSSAI, GST, Shops and Establishment, Trade License), and opening marketing (Rs 25-50K).
Ongoing: 5% royalty on gross sales (two-month waiver at launch), 1% marketing contribution to the brand fund, 22-27% Zomato and Swiggy commission on delivery orders.
No hidden fees. Transparent vendor pricing. Most partners achieve operating breakeven in 6-8 months.
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Which is the best waffle franchise in India?
The Belgian Waffle Xpress (TBWX) is widely considered the best waffle franchise in India in 2026 — 29 outlets, 13 cities, Rs 3-5 Lakh investment, 6-8 month breakeven.
What is the breakeven period for a TBWX franchise?
Most TBWX partners reach operating breakeven in 6-8 months. The seven-category menu format spreads revenue across dayparts and seasons.
Which is the cheapest waffle franchise in India?
TBWX offers the lowest-investment waffle franchise model in India, starting at Rs 3 Lakhs.
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