La Teresita is a beloved culinary institution born from the passion and perseverance of a family dedicated to sharing the rich flavors of authentic Cuban cuisine. Established decades ago in Tampa, Florida, La Teresita began as a humble gathering place for the community, serving homemade dishes that quickly became iconic. Over the years, we’ve grown into a symbol of cultural pride and heartfelt hospitality, where every meal tells a story of tradition and love. Today, La Teresita continues to honor its roots while welcoming a new generation to experience the warmth and taste of home, wherever they are.
Our stores average an impressive $4 million in annual sales, proving that La Teresita stores are a recipe for success.
La Teresita is soaring high, ranked first among all cuban food QSRs in average unit volume in the Tampa. Join a top-tier team!
La Teresita offers a range of franchising opportunities to fit various locations and business needs. Choose from standalone buildings with or without drive-thru, strip mall endcaps, urban storefronts, exterior mall entrances, and food courts. We’re also exploring future opportunities in unique locations like airports,transit hubs, college campuses, military bases, and medical centers.
Total Investment per Restaurant
(Includes Equipment)
Franchise Fee
Royalty Fee
Marketing Fund
Technology Fee
• Net Worth: A minimum of $2 million
• Liquid Assets: A minimum of $1.5 million
• Development Commitment: 2 and more restaurants with access to capital and desire for long-term investments
• Industry Experience: Successful track record in multi-unit restaurants, preferably in the QSR space
• Operational Capacity: Ability to manage multi-units with strict adherence to high operating standards
• Team Leadership: Experience in building and managing large teams across multiple locations
• Core Values: Alignment with La Teresita’s family-oriented culture and core values
• Community Engagement: Active involvement in local communities
• Leadership Focus: Demonstrates sales, quality, and people-driven leadership
Fill out our Franchise Inquiry Form if you’re interested in learning more about becoming La Teresita multi-unit owner.
During this call, we’ll learn more about your restaurant management and operations experience. We’ll also share with you more about La Teresita and determine the next steps.
Once we confirm your financial qualifications and cultural alignment, we’ll go over our Franchise Disclosure Document with you. After you’ve thoroughly reviewed the La Teresita franchise opportunity, the next step is to submit your application for our evaluation.
We’ll invite you to The La Teresita Support Center in Tampa, Florida to meet our executive team and how each department will support you as a franchisee. A restaurant visit and detailed discussion about ownership and operations will also be a part of this session.
We’ll engage in a mutual discussion to ensure both parties are aligned on all business terms and finalize our partnership details. Once everything is agreed upon, you’ll sign your multi-unit franchise agreement, and we’ll officially welcome you to the La Teresita family!
Our real-estate team will assist you during the site selection process for your new restaurant. Once the site is selected, the store-development team will support you through the buildout process. Our operations team is standing-by to guide you as well through the new restaurant opening process.
3248 W COLUMBUS DR,
TAMPA, FL 33607
SERVICE HOURS:
06:00AM-09:00pm
FRI & SUN
06:00AM-12:00AM
