Goobne is a Korean chicken restaurant franchise offering oven-roasted, non-fried chicken with signature sauces, sides, and beverages in a fast-casual format.
Restaurant and Food
About Goobne Chicken
Goobne is a Korean-style chicken restaurant franchise specializing in oven-roasted, non-fried chicken prepared with proprietary methods and served with signature Korean-inspired sauces, traditional sides, and beverages. With over 1,500 locations operating worldwide across Asia, North America, and other international markets, Goobne has established itself as a leading Korean chicken brand that differentiates through healthier cooking methods eliminating deep-frying. Each Goobne location offers chicken roasted in specialized ovens that reduce fat content while maintaining flavor and texture, tossed in signature sauces including Original, Volcano (spicy), and other Korean flavor profiles, alongside traditional sides like pickled radish, coleslaw, and rice. The brand serves consumers seeking Korean-style chicken experiences, health-conscious diners looking for lower-calorie alternatives to fried chicken, and diverse demographics drawn to global flavors. Goobne emphasizes the health benefits of oven-roasting, authentic Korean flavors, and consistent quality through specialized equipment and procedures.
2022 (4 years)
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Franchise Fees
$35,000
4.5%
Gross Sales
1.5%
Gross Sales
Why Goobne Chicken?
Goobne offers franchisees a differentiated position in the competitive chicken restaurant category through proprietary oven-roasting technology that eliminates deep-frying, creating health-focused positioning and operational advantages. The brand provides specialized oven equipment designed exclusively for Goobne's cooking method, proprietary recipes and signature sauce formulations, vendor relationships for chicken and Korean ingredients, and comprehensive training on roasting procedures and quality standards. Franchisees benefit from Goobne's extensive global presence and proven operational systems refined across 1,500+ locations, health-conscious positioning appealing to consumers seeking alternatives to traditional fried chicken, and Korean cuisine trends driving consumer interest in authentic flavors. The oven-roasting method reduces equipment requirements compared to traditional fried chicken operations, simplifies kitchen procedures, and addresses increasing consumer focus on healthier dining options. With established international brand recognition, proprietary cooking technology, operational systems proven across diverse markets, and ongoing support, Goobne provides franchisees with resources to build Korean chicken restaurants serving the growing appetite for global flavors and better-for-you alternatives.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal Goobne franchisee is entrepreneurial, quality-focused, and interested in bringing authentic Korean chicken cuisine to their market through healthier cooking methods. Candidates should appreciate Korean food culture, understand the growing consumer interest in international flavors, and be committed to maintaining the preparation standards and quality that define the Goobne brand. Prior restaurant or fast-casual experience is beneficial but not required—franchisees receive thorough training on Goobne's proprietary oven-roasting method, sauce preparation, and operational procedures. The brand seeks individuals who value health-conscious positioning, can execute consistent quality through specialized equipment and procedures, and understand diverse demographics including Korean communities and adventurous mainstream diners. Goobne franchisees should be prepared to manage restaurant operations including chicken preparation and roasting, sauce application and quality control, staff training on specialized equipment, customer service, inventory management for Korean ingredients, and business operations. Financially qualified candidates with $100,000 in liquid capital and $500,000 net worth who want to operate a Korean chicken restaurant with health-focused differentiation are encouraged to explore opportunities.
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