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Who are we
Tony Roma's has an interesting business history, starting with a single restaurant in Miami, Florida, in 1972 and opening its first international franchise in Tokyo in 1979. What began as a neighborhood rib joint became a globally recognized dining institution — the brand that, according to its own positioning, "made ribs a gastronomic experience." With over 100 restaurant locations on six continents, Tony Roma's is one of the most recognized brand names in the world, and development is continuing in new and existing markets globally. Tony Roma's is a casual dining concept built on a foundation that is genuinely hard to replicate: slow-smoked, signature-seasoned ribs served with the brand's iconic red onion rings. The finest pork, beef, and lamb ribs are richly seasoned with select spices, slow-smoked to perfection, and available with specialty toppings like a Cabernet Demi-Glace or an Asiago Crust. Tony Roma's Beyond the flagship ribs, the menu delivers a full casual dining experience — steaks, seafood, burgers, chicken, salads, soups, and sides — giving operators broad revenue coverage across lunch, dinner, and event dining dayparts.
Why Tony Roma's Franchise?
Tony Roma's is a rare franchise profile: a 50-year-old global brand currently in active recovery and modernization, with meaningful name recognition, a proven multi-unit model, and a leadership team that has earned independent validation for its turnaround execution.
Franchisee Support
From site selection to grand opening and ongoing marketing, Tony Roma's support team is committed to being with franchisees every step of the way. The menu blends beloved classics with innovative dishes designed to drive repeat visits.
Texas Triangle
Tony Roma's brand recognition, family-friendly format, and proven suburban performance profile aligns directly with Texas's suburban density and its population of relocated consumers who already know the brand.
Brand Momentum
The leadership team is actively modernizing the system — integrating 21st-century technology including digital ordering, contactless pay, and data insights into the legacy brand.
The Right Franchisee
Tony Roma's prefers franchisees who have a passion for food and the brand, with a preference for experience in the restaurant or hospitality sectors — though absentee ownership is permitted when a qualified operator is in place.
They said about us
Tony Roma's at the South Asians at the Oscars CelebrationPost
Tony Roma's was honored to be part of the South Asians at the Oscars celebration, joining icons like Priyanka Chopra, Zakir Khan, and Jay Shetty to honor this year's Academy Award nominees — and we showed up in a big way.
I’m the CEO of the 1980s most viral restaurant, Tony Roma’s. We’re still thriving but viral brands keep turning into pumpkinsArticle
Last month, another restaurant concept vanished from my Instagram feed. Six months earlier, they had celebrity investors, 50,000 followers, and lines out the door. Today? Shuttered.
Mohaimina Haque, Esq about franchising on South Florida Live TVPost
Our CEO Mohaimina Haque, Esq. keeps making headlines — this time about franchising on South Florida Live TV
Tips on Starting a BusinessArticle
Mina Haque, CEO of Tony Roma's - She'll be in Virginia. Mina will give out some tips to people thinking about starting a business in the new year.
How to Upgrade Your Small Business with Smarter Tech for Happier CustomersPost
ara speaks with Mina Haque, CEO of the global restaurant chain Tony Roma's, and small business owner Daisha Board, of Daisha Board Art Gallery, about their journey as leaders and entrepreneurs. Tara, Mina and Daisha discuss the biggest challenges that exist for business owners looking to scale and how innovation has to be integrated into everyday processes to make business operations more streamlined, while making customers comfortable.
Mina Haque On The Future Of Inclusive Entrepreneurship For Female FoundersArticle
Mina Haque, CEO of Tony Roma's, appearance at this "Her Power: Progress Under Pressure" event in association with the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) event in NYC.
How One Board Modernizes Legacy While Scaling GloballyPost
Romacorp's board is untangling 50 years of accumulated systems while expanding into five continents. CEO and board member Mina Haque shares how governance moves from oversight to active strategic prioritization when resources are finite and every decision ripples across franchisees.
Gold Stevie® Award Winner in 2025 American Business Awards®Post
Tony Roma’s CEO Mohaimina Haque received a Gold Stevie® Award in the 2025 American Business Awards® for excellence in organizational recovery.
Tony Roma’s future will be embedded with AI, roboticsPost
CEO Mohaimina Haque said these technologies can help inform operator decisions such as real estate selection and back-of-house workflows.
Tony Roma’s Recognized in Newsweek Excellence Index 2025, Ranked #2 in the Restaurant & Cafés IndustryPost
Tony Roma’s, the internationally renowned restaurant chain famous for its signature ribs and exceptional dining experience, is proud to announce its inclusion in the prestigious Newsweek Excellence Index 2025. The brand has been ranked at #437 overall and #2 in the highly competitive Restaurant & Cafés industry, further solidifying its position as a leader in the dining sector.
Tony Roma's Ranks #2 Restaurant on the Excellence Index 1000Post
Since 2021, Best Practice Institute and Newsweek have partnered to curate the most innovative and excellent companies in each industry! This award highlights our commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences, fostering innovation, and setting the highest standards in the restaurant industry. We are grateful to our dedicated team and loyal customers who have made this achievement possible. Thank you for your support and trust in us.
Tony Roma's added to prestigious "50 exciting international food and drink franchises to watch in 2025"Post
With 86 locations worldwide, Tony Roma’s is poised for aggressive expansion over the next 5-10 years. It will focus on high-demand cities across the world.
Our CEO, Mohaimina Haque, Esq., recently spoke live on Bloomberg about Tony Roma's growth and franchising.Post
As an internationally recognized brand, Tony Roma's continues to expand its presence, building on decades of serving our signature ribs and creating memorable dining experiences.
Franchise investors are attracted to brand-name businesses such as Tony Roma’s with a proven business model. Tony Roma’s CEO was quoted on US News about franchising as a compelling solution.Post
We're excited to share that Tony Roma’s CEO, Mohaimina Haque has been quoted in U.S. News & World Report in an article discussing franchise investing strategies. The article compares active versus passive approaches to franchise ownership, with Mina highlighting why investors often choose franchises over starting from scratch.
Backed by popular demand, Tony Roma’s ‘Come-Bing’ Back is here in Malaysia https://t.co/j7r6oI3RFP via @MiniMeInsights #tonyromas
Our CEO visits the franchising conference in Anuga, GermanyPost
We had a wonderful time at this year’s Anuga events in Cologne, Germany yesterday. Pictured here are: (from left to right) Kristen Luxbacher, Agricultural Attaché, Embassy of the United States of America, Germany, Chris Tuozzo, Director of Purchasing, Tony Roma’s, Mohaimina Haque, Interim CEO, Tony Roma’s, Jessica Loeser, Marketing Specialist, USDA, Embassy of the United States of America, Berlin Nicolas Rubio, Agricultural Counselor, Foreign Agricultural Service, Embassy of the United States of America, Berlin.
Instituto Projeto Neymar Jr. becomes the first Beneficiary of the Tony Roma’s FoundationPress Release
The Tony Roma's Foundation was a proud sponsor of the charity's highly anticipated 3rd annual auction that took place last month in Sao Paolo.
New Tony Romas restaurant breaks ground in KimballPress Release
A new restaurant held their groundbreaking on Monday in Kimball, Tennessee. Tony Romas is set to open at the location in about six months, officials said. The restaurant will be located at 105 Kimball Crossing.
Day 5: planned more of the trip with @JBtournay (only three days remain unfinished!), biked to the mall, co-op and Earls, @JBtournay made the best Italian subs, then kings court tennis with Pat Daniels the pro and beers @sookramsbrewing followed by wings/riblets @tonyromas
@tonyromas bones and burgers has the best #burgers I've ever had!
Great day out @SiamPark & @SiamMallTF finishing the day @tonyromas 🍺🍔
Tony Roma’s gets ready for its fast casual debutArticle
The 50-year-old casual-dining chain, which has shrunk to just seven U.S. units, sees a future in its smaller Bones & Burgers offshoot.
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Costs & Fees
- $35,000
- $1,973,500 - $3,246,000
- 4%
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Showing 4 of 4 FDDsFrequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Tony Roma's franchise?
The total startup investment ranges from $1,973,500 to $3,246,000, covering setup, equipment, and franchise fee.
What is the franchise fee for Tony Roma's?
The franchise fee is typically $35,000.
What is the royalty fee for Tony Roma's?
Franchisees pay a 4% royalty on gross revenue.