Sushi Taxi is a proudly Quebec-born franchise and part of the family-owned À la Bouffe Group — a growing hospitality company with more than 70 restaurants across Quebec and over 800 employees.
Start Your Own Sushi Taxi Franchise
Be the first to open in Ontario
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A Business Model Built for Profitability
With average annual sales of $850,000, attractive variable costs, and a low initial investment, Sushi Taxi offers a proven business model designed for profitability.
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A Distinctive Brand That Stands Out
Sushi Taxi’s distinctive counter-style restaurant concept, recognized for its colorful islands in purple, yellow, green, and blue, creates a bold and instantly recognizable brand experience. The vibrant design makes each location highly photogenic and Instagram-worthy, helping customers quickly fall in love with the brand. With 29 locations currently operating across Quebec and strong, growing demand, Sushi Taxi is on an ambitious growth path with a goal of reaching 100 locations by 2027.
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Innovation on the Menu
Our sushi is crafted by skilled artisans and constantly evolving. Our signature creation, the “Shogun,” is reinvented every month using seasonal ingredients, delivering bold and delicious flavors that keep customers coming back. Through creative limited-time offers (LTOs), we also stay on top of market trends and continuously surprise our guests with new and exciting menu items.
Why buy a Sushi Taxi franchise?
Discover the benefits of owning your own sushi restaurant within a franchise network.
Year-Round Demand
Sushi is enjoyed year-round. Our customers keep coming back in every season, creating consistent demand and stable sales throughout the year.
Technology-Driven Operations
At Sushi Taxi, technology is at the core of our operations. Our integrated platforms simplify daily management and help franchisees run their restaurants efficiently.
Centralized POS and sales tracking
Integrated online ordering and delivery platforms
Smart inventory management tools
Employee scheduling and performance tracking
Real-time data and reporting
These tools streamline operations, reduce complexity, and allow franchisees to focus on what matters most: delivering a great customer experience and growing their business.
Investment Overview
Opening a Sushi Taxi franchise offers an accessible opportunity to enter the growing sushi and fast-casual restaurant market.
Estimated build-out cost: approximately $300,000
Average annual sales: around $850,000
Low equipment investment due to the efficiency of our counter-service concept
Flexible locations, with the possibility of converting an existing restaurant space to reduce costs and accelerate opening
Our streamlined concept and operational model are designed to keep startup costs reasonable while maximizing long-term profitability for franchise partners.
Innovation at Every Level
From our menu to our brand and technology tools, innovation is at the heart of Sushi Taxi. We continuously evolve to stay ahead of trends and deliver a modern, relevant experience for both customers and franchise partners.
Trusted Supplier and Partner Network
We’ve developed strong partnerships with reliable suppliers and trusted partners, ensuring consistent product quality and dependable supply for every Sushi Taxi location.
Franchise opportunity
We are actively seeking franchise partners to develop Sushi Taxi locations in strategic cities and high-potential markets across Ontario.
Whitby - North
Brampton - Downtown
Mississauga - Fairwinds Park
Brampton - Maitland Park North
Mississauga - Fairview
Rockwood Village
Markham - South Unionville
Vaughan - Kleinburg Station
Vaughan - Pine Grove
Brampton - Churchville
Vaughan - Maple
Clairville
Mississauga - Palette Park
Oshawa - Lakeview Park
Many more!
What We Offer Our Franchise Partners
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Comprehensive Training & Ongoing Support
At Sushi Taxi, we believe our franchise partners succeed when they are fully supported. That’s why our team is committed to guiding you through every stage of your journey — from your first conversation with us to the long-term growth of your restaurant.
Initial Training Program
Before opening your restaurant, you’ll complete a comprehensive three-week training program with our team. This hands-on training covers all aspects of running a successful Sushi Taxi location, including operations, food preparation, team management, and customer experience.
Opening Support
Our team works closely with you during the opening phase, including site preparation, operational setup, and grand opening support, ensuring your restaurant launches with confidence.
Marketing & Brand Support
You’ll benefit from our brand marketing strategy, promotional campaigns, and ongoing marketing initiatives designed to attract and retain customers.
Operational Guidance
After opening, our team continues to support you with operational coaching, performance tracking, and continuous improvement tools to help maximize your restaurant’s success.
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A System Built for Operational Excellence
Our proven business model is designed to set you up for success. Thanks to our structured systems, operational tools, and comprehensive training, running a Sushi Taxi restaurant is efficient and straightforward. No prior sushi experience is required — our training and operational systems are designed to help you succeed.
Our team supports you every step of the way — from launching your restaurant and building your team to recruiting and training staff, optimizing operations, controlling costs, and driving strong business performance.
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Powerful Marketing That Drives Results
At Sushi Taxi, our marketing strategy is designed to attract customers and drive consistent sales growth for our franchise partners.
Our marketing team has a proven track record, delivering sales increases of more than 10% for over two consecutive years through strategic campaigns, brand initiatives, and targeted promotions.
As a franchise partner, you’ll benefit from:
National and brand-wide marketing campaigns that build brand awareness
Data-driven marketing strategies designed to increase traffic and sales
Local store marketing tools to help you connect with your community
Access to a comprehensive marketing resource center, developed by industry experts, with ready-to-use campaigns, promotional materials, and best practices
Our goal is simple: help drive customers to your restaurant and support your long-term growth.
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Helping You Build and Grow Your Business
Our experts guide you through every step of the process — from site selection and lease negotiation to construction and restaurant layout. With their deep market knowledge and experience, you’ll benefit from full support throughout the development of your restaurant.
For entrepreneurs looking to grow, Sushi Taxi also offers multi-unit development opportunities, giving you the potential to expand and operate multiple locations as part of our growing network.
Our Experts, Your Partners in Success
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Rosanne Giguère
CEO
Rosanne Giguère is an entrepreneur from a family deeply rooted in the restaurant industry, carrying forward a strong legacy of hospitality and business leadership. With a clear vision for the future, she is focused on modernizing and expanding Sushi Taxi with one ambitious objective: to become the premier fast-casual sushi brand in North America.
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Clémence Pampaloni
COO
With over 25 years of experience in the sushi and restaurant industry, Clémence brings deep expertise to Sushi Taxi. Passionate about her craft, she plays a key role in sharing her knowledge and supporting the team. As the leader of training, she ensures strong team development and operational excellence across the network.
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Nils Franke
EXECUTIVE CHEF & R&D
Nils Franke has been part of Sushi Taxi since the brand’s early days. As Executive Chef and Director of Research & Development, he brings a unique ability to blend global flavors with Japanese culinary tradition. His creativity and precision inspire a distinctive menu that evolves with the seasons, featuring fresh herbs, ripe fruits, and refined ingredients.
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Marie-Pierre Guignard
MARKETING DIRECTOR
Marie-Pierre is dedicated to strengthening the Sushi Taxi brand and supporting franchise partners across the network. Alongside her team of experienced marketing specialists, she develops impactful campaigns and provides the tools franchisees need to succeed in their local markets.
« “Sushi Taxi is a Quebec-born brand run by a family. What we appreciated most was working with a franchisor that is fully dedicated to its brand and its franchise partners.” »
Sylvain Bergeron, Franchisee
Your Franchise Journey
The Path to Success with Sushi Taxi
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Fill out the form at the bottom of the page. You will receive our franchise brochure, a confidentiality agreement, and an application form.
Our team will contact you shortly after. You can also reach us directly at franchise@sushitaxi.ca.
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Once contact has been established, an initial meeting will take place with our leadership team to learn more about you and your goals.
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Experience a shift in one of our restaurants to get a real feel for the business!
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Have you successfully completed our selection process and been chosen to move forward? If there’s a great fit on both sides, it’s time to get started!
You will receive a copy of the Franchise Disclosure Document.
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Several steps are involved in selecting the ideal site: local market analysis (at the franchisee’s expense), site search and selection, lease negotiation, and project cost evaluation.
Then, it’s time to begin plans and specifications with the architect!
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We develop the budget to support the financing process. This is followed by steps with a financial institution, incorporation of the company, securing financing, and opening a bank account.
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We begin with the signing of the franchise agreement and the lease.
Then, we plan the training, start construction, and launch the franchise.
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It’s the big day. We’ll support you through your launch, and a member of our team will be on-site for a few days to help you and your team get off the ground!
« I want to build 100 sushi CEOs—entrepreneurs who grow with our constant support. We’re a human-scale company with extensive experience and a strong commitment to staying close to our franchisees. »
Rosanne Giguère, PDG de Sushi Taxi
FAQ
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The total project cost ranges from $300,000 to $500,000. A 25% down payment is required, meaning the minimum initial investment is $75,000.
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Our current average annual sales are $850,000. Of course, several factors can influence this, such as location, demographics, accessibility, and local competition.
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Depending on the location, you should plan for between 10 and 20 employees.
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Six months is a realistic timeline. This includes selecting a location, followed by approximately six weeks for plans and specifications, then the construction and training phases.
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To open your franchise, we typically look for a space between 900 and 1,500 square feet, with seating for 5 to 30 guests depending on the market type.
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Within the Sushi Taxi franchise network, we carefully select all our suppliers based on strict standards. We work with a strong, nationally recognized group of partners that make up our distribution network, with distribution handled through Gordon Food Services. Our suppliers are chosen to ensure product consistency and food safety.
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Fees and royalties are charged to provide ongoing support and help ensure the franchisee’s profitability.
Royalties are set at 6%, and the contribution to the marketing fund is 3%.
