Established
2015
Franchise Units
2
Minimum Investment
₹ 15,00,000
Franchise Fee
₹ 3,00,000
Total Investment Range
₹ 35,00,000
Home Based
No
Description
The Indian Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) space is fast-evolving, but few concepts capture the essence of modern, on-the-go dining like Cones & Curries. Operating under Varn Hospitality Pvt. Ltd., Cones & Curries has successfully broken the traditional mold of sit-down dining by introducing an innovative, high-convenience food concept. The brand specializes in serving premium Indian and global street gourmet snacks, reimagined to fit seamlessly into portable, mess-free cones.
By fusing authentic, rich curries and traditional street food flavors with rapid-assembly QSR engineering, Cones & Curries targets India’s massive demographic of young professionals, students, and urban families. It bridges the gap between premium, high-quality ingredients and fast-paced, grab-and-go convenience. As casual dining trends shift heavily toward experiential yet time-efficient food models, Cones & Curries stands out as a highly scalable, digitally native, and distinctive food brand with a strongly anchored footprint in the Delhi/NCR region and major expansion pathways unfolding across the country.
Background
| Detail | Brand Track Record |
| Established Year | 2015 |
| Active Franchise Units | 2 |
| Founders / Ownership | Managed by experienced culinary entrepreneurs and hospitality professionals. |
| Industry Category | Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) / Casual Fusion Café |
| Market Presence | Strong foothold in Delhi, Noida, and northern urban clusters, now opening PAN India. |
Support Training
Cones & Curries minimizes the traditional operational risks of starting a food business by delivering an end-to-end launch and management ecosystem.
Pre-Launch Support: Expert site selection using data-driven demographic profiling and footfall analysis. Complete architectural layout design, turnkey interior fabrication guidelines, and kitchen equipment sourcing.
Operational Training: A comprehensive 2-week training program at the headquarters for management, followed by on-site training for kitchen staff, billing executives, and service teams covering inventory management and customer service.
Marketing & Launch Assistance: Hyper-local digital marketing campaigns prior to launch, social media asset creation, aggregator onboarding assistance (Zomato/Swiggy), and high-visibility Grand Opening design templates.
Ongoing Supply Chain Support: Continuous access to standardized recipe manuals, proprietary spice blends, premixes, and scheduled quarterly menu innovations to keep the consumer experience fresh.
Ideal Candidate
The brand is looking for partners who view hospitality as a long-term asset class rather than a passive hobby.
Entrepreneurial Mindset & Passion: An individual or group with a deep passion for the food and hospitality industry, committed to maintaining strict brand guidelines and service benchmarks.
Business Background: Prior experience in retail, business management, or corporate operations is highly valued (though absolute F&B experience is not mandatory due to the extensive training provided).
Investment Capability: Financial readiness to commit the required capital without over-leveraging, along with a buffer for initial working capital.
Location Preferences: High-footfall high-streets, premium commercial complexes, IT parks, university hubs, or Tier-1/Tier-2 shopping malls with a minimum carpet area of 300 to 800 sq. ft. (depending on the Express or Café model).
Financial Detail
| Investment Component | Estimated Cost Range (INR) |
| Minimum Initial Investment | ₹1,500,000 to ₹3,500,000 |
| Franchise Fee | ₹300,000 to ₹500,000 |
| Infrastructure & Kitchen Setup | ₹800,000 to ₹1,800,000 |
| Initial Marketing Budget | ₹100,000 to ₹200,000 |
| Working Capital Buffer | ₹200,000 to ₹400,000 |
| Royalty Fees | 5% to 6% of gross monthly sales |
| Expected Payback Period | 14 to 18 Months |