Now recruiting European franchise partners
Join a technology-driven, fast-casual restaurant chain expanding across Europe. Own a multi-unit territory under a proven QSR brand with strong unit economics, full operational support and a 10-year partnership horizon.
Total investment from €270,000 · Average payback 2–3 years
Why Koykan, why now
Founded in 2012, Koykan operates a fully tested fast-casual model with 9+ restaurants across 4 countries, strong store-level EBITDA and a cash-on-cash return profile that has been validated through more than a decade of operation.
Integrated ERP, POS, business intelligence, LMS training and digital signage — all cloud-based, all included. Operational efficiency, transparent reporting and central control are built into day one.
Most major QSR brands in Europe are saturated. Koykan is in active expansion, which means available territories, multi-unit development rights and the credibility of operating under an emerging brand you grow with from the inside.
Through Koykan Capital and the KCEP Growth Fund, qualified Operating Partners can co-invest alongside the platform — not a financing offer most franchisors can match. A genuine alternative for exceptional operators without full self-funding.
About Koykan
Koykan was founded by a group of friends with a shared passion: discovering the world through street food. What began as a journey across continents to explore authentic local flavours became a fast-casual brand that brings the essence of global cuisine into one place.
We opened our first restaurant in Zagreb in 2012. Since then, we have grown into a recognised fast-casual chain across Croatia, Czech Republic and Slovakia — and we are now extending our pan-European footprint into Germany, Austria and beyond. Our positioning is simple: world food for global citizens — younger, urban, conscious consumers who want quality, variety, and authentic taste, served quickly.
Koykan is the flagship brand of Planets Group, which has built and operated successful business ventures for over two decades. Today, the Koykan platform combines that operating heritage with modern restaurant technology, an in-house Culinary Centre and disciplined franchise systems built specifically for European multi-unit growth.
Store formats
Koykan stores are designed to perform across the locations modern customers actually move through — high streets, transit hubs and business districts. Each format is built on the same operating model and the same digital stack.
Visible, walk-in destination locations on busy retail streets, central squares and pedestrian zones. The flagship format for brand presence.
Lower build-out cost, shared seating and restrooms. High dwell-time captive footfall and proven co-tenant performance.
Predictable Monday–Friday lunch trade and recurring customer base. Excellent for digital ordering, click & collect and in-store catering.
Indicative requirements — final specifications confirmed during site selection together with the Koykan development team.
Koykan advantages
A franchise is only as strong as the platform behind it. Here is what Koykan partners get from day one — and across the full ten-year term.
A proven track record over a decade and an experienced management team operating across multiple European markets.
Full training and support — from your first business plan through to ongoing audits and operational mentoring.
A long-horizon partnership — security, predictability and the right framework to build a multi-unit portfolio.
ROI typically achieved within 2–3 years, supported by strong store-level EBITDA and disciplined unit economics.
Integrated ERP, POS and BI tools, LMS training, digital signage and remote store support — all included.
Negotiated purchasing discounts, consistent quality and reliable delivery through Koykan's central supply chain.
Site selection, lease negotiation, build-out assistance, comprehensive in-house and on-site training.
For exceptional operators, Koykan Capital co-financing is available through the KCEP Growth Fund — see Partnership tracks.
Three partnership tracks
Koykan partners come from three distinct profiles. All are recruited through the same discovery process, but the capital structure, territory commitment and long-term economics differ. Pick the track that matches your situation — or apply unsure and we will guide you through it. While Koykan's primary focus is multi-unit and area franchise growth, we welcome conversations with single-unit operators too.
One location. Self-funded. The starter route into the Koykan system, with the option to expand later.
Self-funded. Territory-owning. Multi-unit. The standard Koykan partner.
Co-financed by Koykan Capital. Earn-in equity. Limited spots per year.
Investment & financing
The total estimated initial investment for a Koykan restaurant starts from €270,000 — including the €20,000 initial Franchise fee paid at Franchise Agreement signing. Most projects complete in the €270k–€350k range depending on location, size and build-out conditions. Full unit economics, market-specific data and financing options are shared during the discovery process.
* Potential financing options to be discussed at your discovery call.
Koykan Capital
Koykan Capital is the capital platform behind Koykan's pan-European expansion. For a limited number of qualified Operating Partners, the KCEP Growth Fund co-invests alongside the operator — providing the majority of development CAPEX in exchange for a structured equity earn-in.
Available only to senior QSR operators with proven multi-location track record. Minimum 5-location territory commitment.
Visit koykancapital.comIdeal partner profile
People are at the core of Koykan. We look closely at background, work experience, level of expertise and the genuine desire to build a successful business — not just operate one. If you recognise yourself below, the partnership conversation will be a productive one.
Frequently asked questions
No, previous catering or retailing experience is not necessary. The most successful franchisees are entrepreneurial, owner/operators with excellent people skills.
The initial Franchise fee for a Koykan franchise is €20,000 per Koykan Franchise Agreement. The franchise fee covers the cost of:
Franchise royalty fees are the regular (monthly) payments that a franchisee pays to the franchisor. The Koykan Franchise Agreement defines the royalty as 6% of gross revenue. Here's how Koykan uses this fee to support our franchisees.
Koykan grants the Franchisee the right to use:
Marketing Fee: 2% of your gross sales paid to the franchisor on an ongoing basis. The marketing fee is used to promote brand awareness and drive customer engagement.
Digital Store Support Fee: 1% of your gross sales paid to the franchisor on an ongoing basis. The digital support fee is used for maintenance and assistance of your usage of Koykan's in-house cloud-based digital tools, hardware and software solutions for restaurant business management.
Local store marketing is funded directly by the franchisee. There is no ongoing training fee.
The estimated total initial investment for a Koykan restaurant starts from €270,000 and ranges up to approximately €350,000, depending on the location, store size and the condition of the unit. This figure includes the initial franchise fee, equipment CapEx, store build-up, opening inventory, marketing and three months of working capital. The full breakdown is shared during the discovery process.
You will receive initial training (the franchise development programme) incorporating classroom learning and practical work at a company-owned store. One week of training will be held at your location before the store opens.
The main responsibilities of franchisees are:
The initial Koykan franchise agreement is normally signed for 10 years. The franchise is renewable according to the terms and conditions in the Franchise Agreement, providing long-term security and a clear horizon for territory development.
From signing the franchise agreement to opening, a typical Koykan restaurant takes 4 to 8 months depending on site selection, build-out conditions and local permitting. The first location is expected to open within 12 months of agreement signing.
The average payback period across Koykan's existing locations is approximately 30 months. Return on investment typically falls within 2 to 3 years, supported by strong store-level EBITDA and a cash-on-cash return profile.
No. All Koykan stores operate with a standardised, approved equipment list to ensure consistent quality, food safety and a unified brand experience across every location.
Yes, as long as Koykan approves the sale. Koykan will have the right of first refusal. Koykan will charge a new owner a Transfer Fee according to the terms and conditions in the Franchise Agreement.
Potentially yes. Please enquire for more details.
Potentially yes — your store-opening pace and territory development plan are agreed as part of the Franchise Agreement. Please enquire for territory-specific details.
Yes — Koykan's franchise model is built around multi-unit territory development. The ideal Area Franchisee commits to opening 3 to 5 locations within a defined territory over 5 years, with full territory exclusivity for the duration of the agreement.
Koykan is actively recruiting franchise partners in Germany, Austria, Czech Republic and Slovakia as primary markets. The brand operates existing locations in Croatia and is open to opportunistic conversations in Slovenia, Poland, Hungary and other European markets where a strong operator presents themselves.
Koykan Capital is the capital platform behind Koykan's pan-European expansion. Through the Koykan Capital Expansion Programme (KCEP) Growth Fund, Koykan offers an Operating Partner track for exceptional operators who lack the upfront capital to self-fund a multi-unit territory. Under this model, the Growth Fund co-invests alongside the operator via a Batch SPV structure, and the operator earns equity over time through performance milestones. This programme is invitation-only and limited to a small number of partners per year. Visit koykancapital.com for more.
The KCEP Growth Fund and the Operating Partner co-invest into a Batch SPV that owns and operates a defined cluster of Koykan stores in a territory. The Operating Partner contributes operational expertise, local market execution and a modest co-investment; the Growth Fund provides the majority of development CAPEX. As the cluster reaches contractual performance milestones — sales, EBITDA, store openings — the Operating Partner earns additional equity in the SPV. Returns flow through a structured fund waterfall plus yield-layer participation. The trade-off is capital access in exchange for slower equity accumulation. Full economics are walked through during a dedicated KCEP discovery conversation.
Koykan's ideal Area Franchisee has at least €150,000 in liquid capital or evidenced access to financing, 2 or more years of operating or owning a food service, hospitality or retail business, and a clear ambition to develop multiple locations rather than a single unit. Strong local market knowledge in the target territory is a meaningful advantage.
Apply
Tell us about yourself and the territory you want to develop. We review every application and respond within 1 working day. Qualified candidates are invited to a private Discovery call where the full unit economics, territory availability and partnership track are walked through in detail.
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