Thai Express vs The Local Fry
Franchise Comparison 2026
Both Thai Express and The Local Fry are quick-service restaurants franchises. Thai Express requires an investment of $360K – $950K while The Local Fry requires $557K – $756K. FranchiseVerdict rates Thai Express C (Average) and The Local Fry D (Below average).
| Metric | Thai Express | The Local Fry |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict Grade | CAverageAverage | DBelow averageBelow average |
| Investment Range | $360K – $950K | $557K – $756K |
| Franchise Fee | $30K | $35K |
| Royalty Rate | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| Average Revenue (Item 19) | N/A | N/An=1 |
| SBA Charge-Off Rate | Limited data | N/A |
| Total Units | 6 | 1 |
| Unit Growth (YoY) | N/A | N/A |
| Year Began Franchising | 2015 | 2023 |
| FDD Year | 2025 | 2025 |
Investment Range
$360K – $950K
$557K – $756K
Franchise Fee
$30K
$35K
Royalty Rate
6.0%
6.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
N/A
N/An=1
SBA Charge-Off Rate
Limited data
N/A
Total Units
6
1
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
2015
2023
FDD Year
2025
2025