The Port of Peri Peri
Food & Beverage · Full Service Restaurants
Description
What is The Port of Peri Peri?
At the heart of their success is their commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients and made-to-order preparation. Their menu features their famous flame-grilled chicken available in various heat levels, from mild to extra hot, allowing customers to customize their spice preference. Beyond their signature chicken, they offer a diverse menu including burgers, wraps, rice bowls, and vegetarian options, making it accessible to a wide range of dietary preferences.
What sets The Port of Peri Peri apart is their dedication to authentic flavors combined with modern dining convenience. Their restaurants feature a clean, contemporary atmosphere with excellent customer service, making it ideal for both dine-in and takeout experiences. The franchise has garnered a loyal following for their unique offerings, including their popular cassava fries, peri-mayo corn, and signature garlic sauce.
Each location maintains high standards of cleanliness and food quality, with many franchises being actively managed by hands-on owners who ensure consistent customer satisfaction. Their business model has proven successful in various markets, appealing to diverse demographics seeking bold, flavorful dining options in a casual setting. For entrepreneurs looking to enter the restaurant industry, The Port of Peri Peri offers a unique opportunity to bring distinctive Portuguese-African cuisine to their community.
- Among the lowest investment requirements in full-service restaurant subsector
- Specialized peri peri flame-grilled Portuguese-Mediterranean concept
- Fresh never-frozen preparation standards with halal-certified menu
- Proven 11-year operational track record since 2013
- Nationwide presence with 27 locations from California to Massachusetts
- Investment requirement 88% below subsector average
Location Analysis
Where The Port of Peri Peri wins
With impressive customer satisfaction metrics and consistently high ratings across thousands of reviews, exemplified by strong performance in locations like West Bloomfield Township, the franchise demonstrates consistent operational excellence and strong customer satisfaction. This performance indicates successful market adaptation across different regions.
The concentration in the Midwest, particularly around major metropolitan areas, suggests a successful urban/suburban market strategy. Significant expansion opportunities exist in underserved regions, particularly in the Southeast and Western states. The franchise appears well-positioned for continued growth, especially in markets with similar demographics to their existing successful locations.
Ideal expansion locations should target areas with median-to-high income demographics, strong lunch and dinner traffic, and proximity to business districts or retail centers. The success across diverse markets suggests that areas with cultural diversity and appreciation for global flavors are particularly receptive to the concept.
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Financial Analysis
The numbers behind The Port of Peri Peri
The Portuguese/Mediterranean fast-casual segment benefits from growing consumer demand for authentic, healthy dining options. The brand's flame-grilled chicken concept taps into the expanding better-for-you restaurant category, while its casual dining format addresses post-pandemic preferences for flexible service models. All dishes feature fresh, never-frozen preparation standards with halal-certified offerings.
With 19 units since 2013, the system demonstrates measured growth over its 11-year history. While the unit count suggests a developing franchise system, this early-stage positioning may offer territory advantages and closer franchisor relationships for new investors. The brand operates 27 locations nationwide, indicating geographic diversification capabilities.
Important note: Revenue data is not available for this franchise, limiting the ability to assess financial performance compared to the subsector average of $1.6M. Key investment considerations include the system's emerging brand recognition requiring local marketing investment, and the competitive fast-casual chicken segment.
Ideal investors should possess $200,000+ liquid capital and restaurant experience. The lower investment threshold makes this suitable for owner-operators seeking hands-on involvement in diverse markets with limited Portuguese/Mediterranean options.
Financing partners
Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees
Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.
FranFund
CRF USA
Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.
First Bank of the Lake
Pension Pros
FDD Item 7
Initial investment range
Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $127,400 to $186,800. The midpoint $157,100 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.
Growth over time
Franchise footprint
2024 Franchise Disclosure
FDD documents
Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for The Port of Peri Peri's 2024 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.
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Buyer FAQs
Frequently asked questions
The initial investment for a The Port of Peri Peri franchise typically ranges between $127,400.00 and $186,800.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.
Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) that is publicly available and that we have on record, which was issued in 2024. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. For the most current and detailed information, we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.
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