Redefining Petrol Station Business

Turn Your Pump Into a Dining Destination

Establish branded restaurants, cafes, and food courts. Complete financing for franchisee fees, kitchen equipment, and setup.
What is Food Court Finance?

Build food and beverage outlets at your petrol pump that attract hungry travelers and local customers:

QSR Franchise (₹15-40 lakhs)

  • McDonald's, KFC, Burger King

  • Subway, Domino's Pizza

  • Café Coffee Day, Chai Point

Independent Restaurant (₹10-25 lakhs)

  • Your own brand cafe/restaurant

  • Regional cuisine specialty

  • Bakery and snacks outlet

Multi-Brand Food Court (₹25-60 lakhs)

  • 3-5 different food counters

  • Common seating area

  • Diverse cuisine options

Cloud Kitchen (₹8-18 lakhs)

  • Delivery-focused model

  • Swiggy/Zomato partnerships

  • Minimal seating

Infrastructure (50-60%)

  • Kitchen construction

  • Dining area interior

  • Furniture and fixtures

  • Washroom facilities

  • AC and electrical work

Equipment (25-30%)

  • Cooking equipment (ovens, fryers, ranges)

  • Refrigeration (chillers, freezers)

  • POS and billing systems

  • Kitchen exhaust systems

  • Fire safety equipment

Working Capital (15-20%)

  • Initial inventory and ingredients

  • Staff recruitment and training

  • Marketing and launch

  • First 3 months operating buffer

Key Features

  • Finance Amount: ₹8 lakhs to ₹60 lakhs

  • Interest Rate: 11% - 13% per annum*

  • Tenure: 5 to 7 years

  • Margin Money: 20-25%

  • Moratorium: 3 months for setup

  • Processing Time: 7-10 days

Eligibility

  • Minimum 1,500 sq ft available space

  • Daily footfall: 500+ vehicles (highway) or 300+ (urban)

  • Water and electricity adequate

  • Clean washrooms (mandatory)

  • FSSAI license obtainable

  • Parking space available

How It Works

  • Site Assessment: Feasibility study for food service viability

  • Model Selection: QSR franchise vs independent restaurant

  • Brand Tie-up: Franchise negotiation and agreement (if applicable)

  • Finance Approval: Based on business plan and location

  • Design & Setup: Complete turnkey execution (60-90 days)

  • License & Compliance: FSSAI, fire NOC, local authority permits

  • Staff Training: Kitchen, service, and hygiene training

  • Launch & Operations: Grand opening and ongoing support

Coffee & Beverages

  • Café Coffee Day, Barista

  • Chai Point, Chaayos

  • Mad Over Donuts

Quick Service Restaurants

  • McDonald's, Burger King (highway outpost format)

  • Subway, KFC

  • Domino's Pizza (takeaway format)

Regional Chains

  • Haldiram's, Bikanervala

  • Saravana Bhavan, A2B

  • Wow! Momo, Goli Vada Pav

Highway Food Court (QSR Franchise)

  • Daily footfall: 200-400 customers

  • Average bill: ₹150-250

  • Monthly revenue: ₹10-25 lakhs

  • Operating margin: 18-25%

  • Break-even: 24-36 months

Urban Café

  • Daily footfall: 100-200 customers

  • Average bill: ₹100-180

  • Monthly revenue: ₹4-10 lakhs

  • Operating margin: 35-45%

  • Break-even: 18-24 months

Value-Added Services

  • Menu engineering and pricing consultation

  • Staff recruitment assistance

  • Supplier tie-ups for bulk ingredient procurement

  • POS integration with fuel station billing

  • Digital menu boards and ordering kiosks

  • Food delivery aggregator onboarding

  • Social media marketing support

Success Factors

  • Location on high-traffic highway or urban arterial road

  • Clean, well-maintained washrooms (critical for families)

  • Ample parking and easy entry/exit

  • Fast service (under 5 minutes for QSR)

  • Consistent quality and hygiene standards

  • Competitive pricing vs standalone restaurants