Simple Concept. Complex Flavors.

J. Gumbo’s founder Billy Fox, Jr. has developed a winning formula for serving up great-tasting Cajun and Creole cuisine at low prices and lightning speed.

What makes our concept special?

• Great food. We serve simple yet unforgettable cuisine that appeals across a broad range of palates.
• Simplicity. The concept requires minimal training, staff, and only limited cooking skills.
• Affordable. J. Gumbo’s is one of the lowest total investments in the fast-casual restaurant category — the initial Franchise Fee for a single unit is $25,000 and every unit thereafter, with the same ownership as the initial unit, is $20,000 each. Area Development Agreements are available.
• Support. We provide our Franchisees with the marketing tools, training and resources they need to bring diners to the door … and keep them coming back!
• Consistency. Diners can expect the same great-tasting food and fast service at every J. Gumbo’s restaurant.

Our Concept

What sets J. Gumbo’s apart from other restaurant franchises? It’s simple.

We’ve created a concept that is easy to implement in all kinds of spaces. And with a minimal equipment requirements, we’ve reduced both the complexity of the kitchen and the labor required to run it.

Minimal kitchen, lower buy-in

Most equipment packages can be obtained for around $40,000.

That’s it. Sounds simple? it is!

Authenticity Counts

J. Gumbo’s is the real deal. Our big bowl entrees are based on recipes our founder Billy Fox, Jr. learned in his grandmother’s kitchen in his native Louisiana.

The fresh, bold flavors of the Bayou State imbue every one of our dishes — from our Jambalaya to our cheesy Etouffee, our Red Beans & Rice to our spicy hot VooDoo Chicken.

We do more than serve up the great flavors of Louisiana — we serve them up in style! J. Gumbo’s is famous for heapin’ portions and value prices — two key ingredients for winning customers over and driving repeat visits.

Awesome food. Huge servings. Low prices. And a simple concept. Sounds like the recipe for a great restaurant franchise.

The perfect place for your space.

One of the strengths of the J. Gumbo’s concept is that our stores can fit in all kinds of spaces. With our compact footprint and minimal kitchen requirements, you can set up a J. Gumbo’s dine-in restaurant in a space as small as 1,000 square feet and in even smaller spaces at food courts and other carry-out venues.

We’re big proponents of adaptive reuse: converting unique or historic buildings for a new life as a J. Gumbo’s restaurant.

This flexibility makes J. Gumbo’s an ideal choice for a variety of locations, including:

• College campuses
• Downtown
• Strip centers
• Mall/airport food courts
• Entertainment complexes
• Stand-alone restaurants

Helping you find the right place.

We’ve been down this road many times before and have a few tips for finding the perfect location for your J. Gumbo’s restaurant.

Our real estate team will help guide you through the lease process. And once you’ve secured your space, we’ll be close at hand from development through grand opening to see that your store opens without a hitch.

Works at their space, too.

When it comes to catering, our concept is about as easy it gets. We have the tools and resources to help our franchisees serve our product to groups of all sizes.

To be considered for a J. Gumbo’s franchise, you must …

• Have knowledge of trade area(s) in which your location(s) will operate
• Be committed to meet obligations of J. Gumbo’s Franchise Agreement
• Have a sound business reputation; values aligned with J. Gumbo’s
• Be a U.S. citizen or possess a valid Permanent Resident Card (green card)

Does this sound like you?

• Dedicated interest in the business
• Focused and driven to succeed
• Interest in healthier eating/active lifestyle
• Commitment to community involvement
• Outgoing, engaging personality
• Ability to lead teams of younger workers

Can you meet these financial requirements?

• Initial Franchise Fee for a single unit is $25,000 and every unit thereafter, with the same ownership as the initial unit, is $20,000 each. Area Development Agreements are available.
• Low investment starting at $100,000, depending on site conditions and other factors.

If so, fill out the form to the right!