Zezu is a pan-Asian, fusion cuisine brand infused with a healthy dollop of British soul!
Our journey began with a longing to create something spectacular—a fresh, exciting culinary experience that would weave together the bold, fiery essence of Asian flavour with the traditional and modest inclination of British tastes. Inspired by the UK’s appreciation for Chinese cuisine, we dared to blend the latter’s rich, signature aromatics with our wider Asian heritage and some local cuisine to break new ground in the world of Asian-based cuisine across the nation. This vision gave birth to Zezu.
From humble beginnings in a single container-based shop, we poured our hearts and souls into working to create a menu that would surprise and delight in equal measure. After countless hours of refining recipes, balancing flavours, and listening to the stories and sentiments of our customers, Zezu’s identity (and menu) became clear. Zezu is now more than a brand – it is a community. One forged through the celebration of innovative Asian fusion cuisine and a shared love of flavours and adventures both near and far.
We are actively seeking passionate partners to expand our reach throughout the UK, with particular interest already shown in Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, and London
Franchise Formats
We offer flexible franchise formats, allowing you to choose the best fit for your goals and location, including:
- High Street Unit
- Kiosk/Container
- Mall Inline Format
- Sit-in Restaurant (20–30 seats)
- Delivery/Cloud Kitchen
- Drive-Thru
Why join us
Partnering with Zezu isn’t just about opening a business; it’s about becoming part of a vibrant, growing brand that’s redefining the Asian food market. We oer a comprehensive support system designed to give you every chance at success.
- Proven Business Model: Access our standardised processes, operational model, and a mandatory Operations Manual (physical and digital)
- Intellectual Property: You'll receive a licence to use our trademarks and logo, which are protected via UK IPO registration (Trademark Number: UK00004211917)
- Comprehensive Training: We provide a full training programme for up to two personnel on recipes, hygiene, and our mandatory systems
- Centralised Supply Chain: Our exclusive purchasing clause gives you direct access to our network of approved suppliers for consistent, high-quality ingredients and packaging
- Marketing Support: We manage brand-wide campaigns and provide local marketing materials to drive business to your location
- Operational Systems: We will provide and manage a mandatory CRM system and our own proprietary EPOS system to ensure smooth operations
- Site & Fit-Out Guidance: We will provide guidance on site selection and approve the design and build of your premises
Investment
- Initial Franchise Fee: A one-time fee of £15,000 + VAT (payable upon signing the franchise agreement).
- Average Total Set-Up Cost: Approximately £80,000 (this covers the cost of fit-out, equipment, and initial stock)
Ideal Partner
We’re seeking passionate individuals who share our enthusiasm for bringing bold flavours and a smile to customers’ faces. Our ideal partners are aligned with our brand’s vision and are committed to quality and customer service. We welcome a wide range of partners, including:
- First-time entrepreneurs
- Experienced operators
- Multi-unit developers
- Investors
- Owner-operators
We also require a Key Person to dedicate their full-time attention to the business to ensure its success. We welcome franchisees who wish to open more than one location.
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