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Established in 2017, WingFinity and Beyond offers unlimited wings, pasta, rice, and drinks, appealing to all ages. They specialize in delectable, high-quality chicken wings with unique flavors like sweet soy, salted egg, and mango habanero. With over 7 branches including locations near DLSU, UST, and Tomas Morato, the company is growing rapidly through franchising, aiming to be the ultimate choice for fun and limitless indulgence.

Pad Thai Factory is the pioneer of the "authentic Pad Thai in a box" kiosk concept in the Philippines, perfectly tailored for the Filipino taste. It serves a stir-fried masterpiece of Thai rice noodles with shrimp, tofu, eggs, and a signature sauce. The recipe was crafted by Grand Master Thai Culinary Chef, Michelle Purvis, inspired by an award-winning 1930s dish. The restaurant is committed to serving its authentic Pad Thai hot and fresh in just 10 minutes.

Kuya Korea, founded by entrepreneur and celebrity David Licauco, is a full-fledged brand that started as an online enterprise during the pandemic. Known for its delicious, affordable, and quality Korean flavored chicken, it opened its first branch in UP Town Center in 2022. The brand has quickly become a favorite among UP and ADMU students and residents in the Diliman-Katipunan area, who are fans of its inventive flavors and "Sulit Sarap" meals.

Pep & Ronnie, San Fernando, Pampanga's first pizza pub, is all about togetherness. Since 2016, it has become a culinary stronghold, known for its outstanding brick-oven pizzas, creative cocktails, and lively atmosphere. The pub offers a unique dining experience, featuring nightly performances by local artists. It’s a special place where food, community, and memories are made. Franchise opportunities are now available.

What started as a simple Facebook post for made-to-order sashimi has evolved into a full-fledged Japanese restaurant chain. Husband and wife team Javerne and Princess Pasahol, owners of JAAM Seafoods Trading, leveraged their access to fresh, premium seafood to create delicious, affordable sushi and sashimi. Their business, which began in 2019, quickly gained popularity through word of mouth, leading them to open JAAM House of Sushi and expand their menu.

Started in 2020, Wash Me is a professional car care service that began as a home-based business. After developing an all-in-one app to manage bookings and dispatch, the company expanded from Taguig City, offering services like interior detailing and waterless cleaning. Now, Wash Me is franchising its low-overhead business model, which can be operated with just a mobile unit and a trained washer.

From its humble beginnings to becoming a dominant force in the food cart industry, Turks has exemplified how bold strategies and commitment to simplicity can propel a business toward exponential growth. For aspiring franchisors, this success story offers a wealth of actionable insights on how to franchise your business effectively.

Milky Cakes and Sweets is Davao City's ultimate place for delicious, visually appealing, and professionally baked specialty cakes. Known for a balanced recipe that's not overly sweet, the cakes are handmade from scratch with premium ingredients. The company, which is owned by the same group as the successful Sugar Panda milk tea franchise, produces over 1,000 fresh cakes daily.

Mad Café is a themed café in Quezon City, Philippines, offering a unique and interactive dining experience. Each branch has a different theme, such as Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan, Harry Potter, or The Lion King.

Manuel Plata, a seasoned sushi chef, and his partner, Jonnalaine Javier, an experienced businesswoman, turned a long-held dream into a thriving reality. In 2021, they launched URAMAKERIA, an online sushi delivery service that quickly went viral for its unique fusion rolls and sushi burritos. Their shared expertise led to rapid growth, and URAMAKERIA is now a nationwide franchise with four successful locations and more on the way.

Craving tender, smoky ribs or melt-in-your-mouth brisket? La Parillada has you covered. This Southern-style barbecue spot delivers drool-worthy, slow-cooked meats—marinated for three days and smoked for hours—at wallet-friendly prices. From barbecue pork belly to Cajun chicken, every bite channels classic Southern BBQ flavors. With branches in SM Megamall, SM North, Fairview, and Pampanga, La Parillada is a must-visit for every meat lover.

For entrepreneurs wondering how to franchise your business, Waffle Time offers an inspiring example of creativity, strategic decision-making, and commitment to quality execution. This article not only highlights Waffle Time’s franchising success story but also distills five actionable tips franchisors can apply to their own ventures, ensuring scalable, sustainable growth.

BOK Korean Fried Chicken launched in August 2020 as a Kitchen Hub in Alabang, quickly gaining popularity for its flavorful boneless Korean fried chicken and wide selection of sauces. Focused on customer satisfaction, BOK ensures generous servings and quality service for its loyal “BOKada.” As of 2025, it has expanded to 22+ branches nationwide, thanks to its plug-and-play franchise model, strong partnerships, and continuous product innovation.

The Good Meat offers consumers not just premium quality meat, but full transparency on its source. A subsidiary of Pilmico under the Aboitiz Group, it delivers fresh cuts straight from its farms in Tarlac, using advanced hog production and processing systems. With strict biosecurity, climate control, and sanitation, The Good Meat ensures safety and freshness. It also offers ready-to-cook products, aiming to bring not just meat, but good food to every Filipino table.

Financial success is the backbone of any thriving franchise system. Hence, meticulous financial modeling is not just a step in how to franchise your business—it is foundational to creating franchise systems that achieve sustainable profitability and long-term growth.

BW Superbakeshop is a beloved Filipino bake shop, offering a wide array of pastries, breads, and delicacies. With over 30 years of experience and 25 thriving branches across Luzon and Metro Manila, they're committed to providing safe, delicious, and affordable products. They're expanding to include hot beverages and bites, truly living their mission to "Bake" to make the world a better place.

Whether you aim to expand locally or internationally, we help you ensure your franchise business model is optimized for efficiency, equity, and adaptability. In this guide, we will explore the three dominant franchise models, underscore their benefits, and demonstrate the importance of tailoring franchise operations to cultural influences and business objectives.

Funhan Mart is expanding in the Philippines as the first Korean convenience store franchise, offering authentic products and fresh Korean goods.

Launched in 2011, Powerhouse has become a leading Philippine hardware brand. Its success stems from a one-stop-shop concept for DIY and construction needs, nationwide availability, and a focus on craftsmanship and quality. Powerhouse continuously develops new products and offers over 18,000 SKUs to more than 5,000 clients. Its franchised concept stores, first opened in 2021, offer a "pandemic-proof" business model due to the non-perishable and in-demand nature of its products

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