Frequently asked questions
Franchise, menu, equipment and operations - all in one place.
Franchise
What is included in the franchise fee?
Equipment (including the dispenser for cart/express), branding, uniforms, training, launch marketing kit and ongoing field support. Exact inclusions vary by format - cart, express or flagship.
What are the ongoing royalties?
5% royalty on monthly revenue plus 2% marketing fund. Territory protection of 3 km radius on standard agreements. Full details are on the franchise cost page.
What ROI should I expect?
Live express outlets report 10-14 month payback on average with ~65% gross margin. Use the profit estimator on this page to model your city and daily volume.
Do you help with site selection?
Yes. Our team evaluates footfall, visibility, utilities and competition. We share a site checklist before agreement signing.
Can I own multiple outlets?
Multi-unit partnerships are available for operators who successfully launch their first outlet and meet performance benchmarks.
General
What is Arre Foods?
Arre Foods is a premium Indian street food franchise born in Chakia, Bihar. We specialise in Arre Puchka (pani puri), Arre Chaat and Arre Momo - built around a viral dispenser, standardized SOPs and a branded cart franchise model.
How much does an Arre franchise cost?
Cart formats start from ₹1.1 Lakh (₹1,10,000). Express outlets run ₹8-12 lakh and flagship dine-in formats ₹18-30 lakh. See the full breakdown on our franchise cost page.
Do I need F&B experience to open?
No prior restaurant experience is required. We train every partner on recipes, hygiene, speed and customer experience through a 7-14 day program and documented SOPs.
What makes the puchka dispenser different?
Our dispenser portions and fills six puris in one motion - no hand contact, consistent taste, and a visual moment customers film and share. It is included in every cart and express package.
How long until I can open?
Most partners launch in 45-60 working days from agreement - covering site finalization, fit-out, equipment install, training and opening-week marketing.
Puchka
Is the dispenser included in the puchka franchise?
Yes. Every Arre Puchka franchise package includes the patented 6-puri dispenser, installation, calibration and maintenance support.
Can I run puchka-only or full menu?
Cart formats can lead with Arre Puchka; express and flagship formats serve the full menu including Arre Chaat and Arre Momo for higher ticket size.
How is hygiene maintained at the cart?
No hand contact with puri during service, daily water quality checks, colour-coded prep tools and documented cleaning SOPs every shift.
Chaat
Is chaat pre-made or assembled to order?
Always assembled fresh after the order. We never hold pre-mixed chaat - crunch and taste depend on it.
Which chaat items are on the franchise menu?
Bhel puri, sev puri, aloo tikki, dahi papdi, Raj Kachori, Basket Chaat and Tokri Chaat - plus puchka and momo on full-format outlets.
What equipment does a chaat outlet need?
Prep counter, drainage, ingredient bins, chutney station and display setup. Express formats include full kitchen fit-out support.
Momo
Which momo varieties are included?
Steamed, pan-fried, tandoori and Afghani momo - with veg and non-veg fillings. Afghani momo is our highest repeat-order SKU.
Is momo suitable for delivery?
Yes. Recipes and packaging are optimized for Swiggy and Zomato. We help with listing setup and menu photography.
What kitchen space is required?
Minimum 80 sq.ft. for steamer, fryer and cold prep. Gas or commercial induction as per local norms.
About Arre
Where did Arre Foods start?
In Chakia, West Champaran, Bihar - as a single puchka cart built around a handmade dispenser prototype that went viral on social media.
What is the chef-light model?
We design operations so outlets run on trained staff following SOPs - not dependent on a single master chef. Recipes, batch sizes and prep cycles are documented and repeatable.
Are recipes shared with franchise partners?
Partners receive full operational recipes and prep guides during training. We do not publish proprietary formulations publicly, but every outlet runs the same standardized system.
Is Arre Foods FSSAI certified?
Yes. Arre Foods is FSSAI certified, GST registered and trademark protected. Partners receive compliance guidance during onboarding.
Contact
How fast will I hear back on a franchise enquiry?
Our franchise team responds within 24 hours on business days. For faster processing, use the apply form on the franchise page with your city and budget ready.
Can I visit the head office?
Yes - visits to Chakia HQ can be arranged by appointment. WhatsApp or email us to schedule a site and dispenser demo.
Is there a franchise helpline?
Call or WhatsApp us on the number listed on this page. Franchise-specific queries go to [email protected]; general support to [email protected].