Chicken In A Barrel BBQ - Franchise
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We are happy to share our unique way of cooking great BBQ which has been a family tradition for over 35 years. We want you to know that we are anxious to see you succeed with your new restaurant. At Chicken in a Barrel, we pride ourselves in providing great customer service with aloha. We offer a family friendly environment for our customers and also provide them with the fun experience by allowing them to see how we create such off the hook BBQ. Learn more!
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Chicken In A Barrel BBQ
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2026
| Minimum Cash Required | $250,000 | |
| Training & Support | Yes |
Available In These States:
- AK
- AZ
- CA
- CO
- HI
- ID
- KS
- MT
- ND
- NE
- NM
- NV
- OK
- OR
- SD
- TX
- UT
- WA
- WY
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Chicken In A Barrel BBQ - Franchise
Aloha From Our Chicken In a Barrel Family!
Chicken In A Barrel Franchise
We are happy to share our unique way of cooking great BBQ which has been a family tradition for over 35 years. We want you to know that we are anxious to see you succeed with your new restaurant.
At Chicken in a Barrel, we pride ourselves in providing great customer service with aloha. We offer a family friendly environment for our customers and also provide them with the fun experience by allowing them to see how we create such off the hook BBQ.
Our barrels are our focal piece of our restaurants and the air is filled with mouth watering BBQ aroma.
You will need to work hard to build your business in your local market. but by joining the Chicken in a Barrel franchise, our team will offer you the knowledge, support and training you will need to create a one of a kind BBQ restaurant.
We look forward to a successful relationship with you and your staff as we grow the Chicken in a Barrel brand together.
Sincerely,
MIKE PIERCE
Founder of Chicken in a Barrel BBQ
Multiple Opportunities for Growth
- Roadside Express - You may choose to open a Roadside Express Restaurant which is approximately 400 to 1000 sq. ft and is perfect to open in a beach town. Customers will walk up to the window and order and you’ll offer limited outdoor seating.
- Full Service Restaurant - Just like our restaurant in Hanalei, Full Service Chicken in a Barrel BBQ’s have both indoor and outdoor seating.
- Area Development Opportunity - Franchisees may develop up to 3 restaurants within a Protected Development Area for the opportunity to grow with us!
- Committed to Supporting Our Franchisees - Our franchise development team is committed to help grow your Chicken in a Barrel BBQ.
Our comprehensive training program in Hanalei, Hawaii will include information about our unique menu and recipes, product preparation, staffing and management, Point of Sales System and marketing your business to help develop customers.
Our Culture
Chicken in a Barrel fosters a team and family approach to provide high-quality food in a family friendly atmosphere.
We are dedicated to making positive contributions to the local communities we serve through charitable acts.
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