Signature favouriteSp. Dharmnandan
Live-baking QSR franchise
Build Your Own Live-Baking Puff QSR Business.
Dharmnandan Live Puff House is a live-baking puff QSR franchise built around fresh, oven-baked puffs, standardized operations and compact store formats for entrepreneurs exploring a food franchise in India.
Fresh & hotBaked at the outlet
Multiple formatsKiosk to full takeaway
Standardized SOPsStandardized for easier operations
Fresh • Hot • Live Baked
See the layers. Feel the crunch.Freshly baked at the outlet and served hot — the product stays at the centre of the experience.
01LIVE OVEN
02PUFF COMES OUT
03SERVED HOT
04HAPPY CUSTOMER
PUFF IS THE PRODUCT.LIVE BAKING IS THE EXPERIENCE.FRANCHISING IS THE BUSINESS.
Why Dharmnandan?
Not Just Another Fast-Food Counter.
We make the product the experience — fresh baking becomes part of the store, not something hidden in the kitchen.
The experience
The oven becomes part of the theatre.
Customers can see the puff bake, watch it rise and receive it hot. That sensory moment creates a stronger in-store memory than a generic reheated snack counter.
SEE IT.
SMELL IT.
HEAR IT BAKE.
SMELL IT.
HEAR IT BAKE.
Typical Café / Snack QSRDharmnandan Live Puff
₹15L – ₹30L heavy setup cost₹4.85L – ₹5.85L turnkey setup*
5% – 8% monthly turnover royalty0% Lifetime Royalty (First 20)
Pre-fried / microwaved stock100% Live In-Store Baking (21 min)
High master-chef dependencyZero-Chef SOPs + Sealed Masala Kits
Maida-only standard menuRegular, Jain, Swaminarayan, Millet, Vegan & Farali
Single revenue stream4-Brand Counter Opportunity
18 – 24 months typical payback180 – 360 days target payback
The hero product
Freshly Baked. Loaded. Made To Crave.
Real Dharmnandan products, presented with a more appetizing visual hierarchy — signature items first, then a range that can fit different customer preferences across locations.
Crunch + cheeseDM Crunchy
DM Vegas
Loaded, colourful and built for a big first bite.
Pizza Puff
Cheesy pizza-style indulgence on a crisp puff base.
DM Crispy
Crisp texture, creamy topping and a bold finish.
Bachpan Ka Sathi
Comforting, familiar flavours with a Dharmnandan twist.
RegularSwaminarayanPure JainNo Maida / Millet BasedVeganFarali
Preference-led range
A Rare Breadth of Puff Options — Built for Real Market Demand.
Most snack concepts stay limited to regular variants. Dharmnandan stands apart with a broader, preference-led range that can serve family-driven, community-sensitive and better-for-you demand — from Swaminarayan and Pure Jain to no maida / millet-based, vegan and Farali options.
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Regular
The core everyday puff range for broad, repeat snack demand.
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Swaminarayan
Suitable options for customers seeking onion- and garlic-free choices.
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Pure Jain
Includes a banana-peas stuffing option for a more community-specific offering.
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No Maida / Millet Based
For customers looking for no-wheat or millet-based puff options.
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Vegan
Useful for selected catchments where plant-based choices create extra demand.
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Farali
Fasting-friendly puff options for customers observing upvas and selected religious fasting days.
Fresh from our oven
A Little Crunch. A Lot of Comfort.
Good food is meant to be enjoyed. Discover the golden layers, generous fillings and freshly baked favourites that make every visit feel special.
Golden & freshly baked
The Dharmnandan favourite
Crunch meets cheese
Made for the first bite
A warm, familiar classic
Your pizza-puff moment
Business model
Built For Entrepreneurs, Not Just Chefs.
The goal is to make the operating model easy to understand before a prospective partner ever speaks to the franchise team.
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Compact Setup
Designed for smaller commercial spaces.
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Standardized Operations
Recipes, preparation, portioning and operating SOPs.
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Centralized Supply
Approved ingredients and standardized supply systems.
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Training & Launch
Learn the process before opening the outlet.
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Multiple Formats
Choose a model suited to location and investment.
Choose your format
Build The Business Around The Location.
Three formats make it easier to match space, footfall and operating ambition.
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LIVE PUFF HOUSE
LIVE PUFF HOUSE
Live Puff House
300–600 sq. ft.
Best for: High-street, residential markets and family footfall.
Explore Format A →B
EXPRESS KIOSK
EXPRESS KIOSK
Express Kiosk
150–250 sq. ft.
Best for: Markets, colleges, transit and high-footfall locations.
Explore Format B →C
TASTY PUFFY EXPRESS
TASTY PUFFY EXPRESS
Mobile / Food Truck
Mobile format
Best for: Events, exhibitions, festivals and seasonal locations.
Explore Format C →Which format could fit you?
A quick guide before you speak with the franchise team.
Investment clarity
Know What The Investment Covers.
A serious franchise decision should start with clarity. We separate the core setup from site-specific costs so you can evaluate the opportunity without hidden complexity.
Estimated Turnkey Setup: ₹4.85 Lakhs – ₹5.85 Lakhs*
Request Detailed Plan →Fixed Core Setup (₹4.35L) vs. Site-Specific Costs
Designed for high capital efficiency and a typical payback window of 180 to 360 days. First 20 franchise partners also lock in Lifetime 0% Royalty and save ₹1,00,000 on franchise fees.
Kitchen EquipmentCommercial setup
Store BrandingCustomer-facing identity
TrainingProduct + operating SOPs
Opening InventoryInitial operating stock
Launch SupportOpening communication
Core Franchise / Setup Scope
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Kitchen Equipment
Format-specific commercial equipment and operating setup.
Format-specific commercial equipment and operating setup.
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Store Branding
Brand identity and standard customer-facing brand elements.
Brand identity and standard customer-facing brand elements.
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Franchise & Training
Operational onboarding, product process and SOP training.
Operational onboarding, product process and SOP training.
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Opening Inventory
Initial operating stock as defined in the final commercial plan.
Initial operating stock as defined in the final commercial plan.
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Launch Marketing
Opening support and launch communication as per the selected format.
Opening support and launch communication as per the selected format.
Property / Local Costs To Budget Separately
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Rent & Security Deposit
Depends entirely on city, frontage, market and landlord terms.
Depends entirely on city, frontage, market and landlord terms.
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Civil & Site-Specific Work
Any property work beyond the standard approved scope.
Any property work beyond the standard approved scope.
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Licences, Tax & Local Approvals
Applicable statutory and local compliance costs.
Applicable statutory and local compliance costs.
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Working Capital
Cash buffer for rent, payroll, utilities and initial operating cycles.
Cash buffer for rent, payroll, utilities and initial operating cycles.
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Utility / Local Deposits
Electricity, gas, internet or other location-dependent requirements.
Electricity, gas, internet or other location-dependent requirements.
What’s Inside the ₹4,35,000 Fixed Core Setup?
Click any category below to inspect the complete commercial equipment & supply checklist.2-Deck 4-Tray Commercial Gas Baking Oven1 Unit
SS Pickup Counter with In-Built Refrigerator (4×2 ft)1 Unit
Commercial Deep Freezer (250 Litres)1 Unit
Commercial SS Grill Machine1 Unit
6 + 6 Litre Twin SS Deep Fryer1 Unit
Digital Weighing Scale (30 Kg) & SS Gas Chulo1 Set
Heavy Commercial Baking Trays (16×24 inch)10 Trays
Gastronorm Pans (GN 1/1, GN 1/6, GN 1/9) & SS Bowls9 Pans
7-Inch Wooden Round Serving Plates with Handle6 Pcs
Wooden Sizzler Plates & Wooden Serving Carts8 Pcs
SS Puff Turners, Dough Scrapers & Rena Knives8 Pcs
Sauce Squeeze Bottles & Mayonnaise Dispensers12 Pcs
Oregano, Chilli Flakes & Salt Dispensers3 Pcs
Heat-Resistant Oven Gloves & Branded Aprons4 Pcs
Vegetable Chopper, Paneer Grater & Chopping BoardFull Set
Service Trays, Measuring Jars, Strainers & SprayersFull Set
Commercial POS Computer System & Billing Terminal1 System
POS Billing Software (1-Year License) & Thermal PrinterIncluded
Store Security CCTV Camera1 Unit
In-Store Menu Display Boards (16×24 inch)2 Boards
Grand Opening Marketing & Local Launch Support₹30,000 Scope
Initial Raw Material & Opening Stock₹20,000 Scope
Main Exterior Fascia Signage Board (~8×2 ft)~₹20,000
Shop Partition Work & Basic Interior Paint~₹15,000+
Frozen Sheet Cold-Chain Supply Boxes (Permanent + Thermocol)~₹16,000
In-Shop Branding Frames (~4×3 ft) & Wi-Fi Router Setup~₹9,000
SS Refrigerator Top Shelf, Tray Rack & Work TablesSite-Specific
Customer Seating, Fans & Lighting (Format A / Optional)As per shop
Important: This is a transparency framework, not a final quotation. Final inclusions, exclusions, taxes and commercial terms are governed by the approved proposal, BOQ and franchise agreement.
Interactive ROI & Profit Simulator
Estimate Your Monthly Net Profit
Move the daily sales slider to see illustrative monthly revenue, raw material cost (~55–60%), operating expenses, and estimated capital recovery based on operating store benchmarks.
*Illustrative scenarios from the official franchise proposal. Our Kaliyabid, Adajan, Devbaug, and Chitra outlets each recovered their full unit investment in under 12 months.
First 20 Partners · 0% Royalty
Estimated Monthly Net Profit
₹55,000 / mo
Monthly Gross Sales (30 Days)₹3,00,000
Raw Material & Supplies (~55%)₹1,65,000
Fixed Opex (Rent, 2–3 Staff, Power)₹80,000
Ongoing Franchise Royalty₹0 (0% Lifetime)
Typical Capital Recovery: ~9 to 10 Months
4-brand opportunity
One Location. Multiple Food & Beverage Opportunities.
Selected early franchise partners may receive additional brand rights, subject to commercial and territory terms.
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Dharmnandan
Live Puff QSR — primary customer-facing food brand.
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Sameat
Clean-label bakery & snacks.
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Upvasiyam
Farali & fasting foods.
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KothiAmrutam
Artisanal ice cream.
Proof
Built In The Real World. Not Just On Paper.
Operating outlets, high-volume event service and a growing regional presence give prospective partners something more useful than presentation-only claims.
12.5L+Total puffs baked across outlets & mega events since 2020
4.7 ★Average public rating across 3,400+ Google & Zomato reviews
10 OutletsOperating across Bhavnagar, Surat, Ahmedabad & Rajkot
75,000+Puffs served in 9 days at Mahuva Mahotsav (50,000+ at Sardhar)
Our proof standard: outlet visuals and partner references are presented only when they can be tied to the real Dharmnandan operation. You can also request a live outlet visit before making a decision.
Customer feedback
Read Our Google Reviews.
See customer reviews and the latest feedback on our Google profile.
Google hosts the original reviews on our business profile. Visit the profile to read customer feedback and see the latest listing information.
View Google Reviews ?Experience the operation
See A Live Outlet Before You Invest.
A franchise website can explain the model. A live outlet lets you see the oven, service flow, product presentation and customer experience for yourself.
Outlet & CounterSee the frontage, pickup counter, merchandising and customer-facing store flow.
Live OvenWatch the product bake during service and understand how the oven becomes part of the customer experience.
Customer FlowUnderstand ordering, preparation, pickup and peak-hour movement in a real outlet.
Book an outlet visit
See The Business Operating Live.
Visit an operating Dharmnandan location before taking a franchise decision. Our team can coordinate a suitable outlet after understanding your city and format interest.
- Watch live baking during service
- Understand the counter and workflow
- See product presentation in real conditions
- Discuss practical questions with the franchise team
10 Operating Locations Across Gujarat
Visit Any Of Our 10 Live Outlets.
Every Dharmnandan outlet is publicly rated by real customers. Tap any location to open Google Maps.
Bhavnagar (Headquarters & Hub)
5 Active Outlets★ 4.6 (760+ reviews)Company Flagship
Sardarnagar
GF2, Shree Nand Plaza, Sardar Nagar, Bhavnagar, Gujarat 364001
★ 4.3 (880+ reviews)1st Outlet
Kaliyabid · Virani Circle
Shop 19, Radhika Complex, near Virani Circle, Kaliyabid, Bhavnagar 364001
★ 4.9 (58+ reviews)Live
Devbaug · Kumar Shala
Shop 10, Shivdhara Complex, Dudhderi Road, Devbaug, Bhavnagar 364001
★ 4.8 (26+ reviews)Live
Mantresh Complex · Ring Road
Shop 13, Mantresh Complex, Ghogha Road, Nilakanth Nagar, Bhavnagar 364001
Running 2.5+ YearsLive
Chitra
Dholkiya Park, opposite Patel Hero Showroom, Chitra, Bhavnagar 364004
Surat, Ahmedabad & Rajkot
5 Active Outlets★ 4.5 (279+ reviews)Surat
Adajan · Surat
7, Sun Star Apartment, Anand Mahal Road, Adajan, Surat, Gujarat 395009
★ Live & OperationalSurat
Katargam · Surat
Dharmnandan Live Puff House, Katargam, Surat, Gujarat
★ 4.9 (68+ reviews)Ahmedabad
Makarba · SG Highway
Billionaire Street Road, S.G. Highway, near New L.J. College, Makarba, Ahmedabad 382210
★ Highway PlazaExpressway
Gallops Food Plaza · Dholera
Gallops Food Plaza, Ahmedabad–Dholera Express Highway Corridor, Gujarat
★ 4.7 (40+ reviews)Rajkot
Kotecha Chowk · Rajkot
Nirmala Convent Road, Kotecha Chowk, Rajkot, Gujarat 360005
Franchise partner proof
Don't Just Read A Testimonial. Validate The Model.
We prefer verifiable operator conversations over anonymous five-star quotes. Qualified prospects can request a reference conversation with an operating franchise partner, subject to the partner's availability and consent.
Trust by verification
Talk To Someone Already Operating.
A prospective franchisee should be able to ask practical questions about training, opening support, supply and the day-to-day operating experience.
Verified people. Real operating experience. Permission-based references — with no guaranteed-return language.
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Opening Experience
Ask a current operator what the journey from site approval to opening day was actually like.
VERIFIED OPERATOR CONVERSATION02
Training & Operations
Understand how SOPs, staffing and product preparation work after launch in a real outlet.
REAL QUESTIONS · REAL OPERATIONS03
Supply & Support
Discuss ongoing coordination, supply systems and the practical support experience directly.
SUBJECT TO PARTNER CONSENTFranchise support
You Don't Build The Business Alone.
A simple visual journey makes the franchise process easier to understand.
01Territory Selection
02Site Evaluation
03Store Design
04Equipment & Setup
05Training
06Launch Marketing
07Ongoing Supply & Support
Our story
Bhavnagar થી Bharat સુધી.
Dharmnandan began in Bhavnagar with a simple belief: the puff should be served fresh, hot and with the baking experience visible to the customer. The next chapter is about taking that experience to more cities with stronger systems and the right partners.
Meet The Founders & Read Our Story →
Paras Sutariya
Strategy · Operations · Growth
Dainik Kalathiya
Business Development · Franchise
Jaykishan Zanzrukiya
Product Innovation · Brand
Territory
Is Your City Available?
Tell us where you want to open. The first enquiry is intentionally short — the franchise team can collect deeper information after the initial fit is understood.
WhatsApp Franchise Desk
+91 8200065874
FAQ
Questions Before You Apply?
How much space do I need?
We offer multiple formats starting from compact locations. The right format depends on local footfall, frontage, kitchen requirements and operating plan.
Do I need a chef?
The model is designed around standardized operating procedures and training rather than dependence on a specialized chef.
Do you provide training?
Yes. Franchise partners receive operational and product training before launch.
Do you help select the location?
Yes. Site suitability should be evaluated before final approval.
Is there a royalty?
Special terms may be available for qualifying early franchise partners. Contact the franchise team for the current commercial terms.
Can I open outside Gujarat?
Expansion outside Gujarat can be evaluated based on territory availability, supply feasibility and operating readiness.
Do you offer Jain, vegan, millet-based or Farali puff options?
Yes. Along with regular favourites, the approved menu can include Swaminarayan options, Pure Jain variants, no maida / no wheat millet-based options, vegan puffs and Farali options, depending on the outlet format and approved product mix.
How long does setup take?
Setup time depends on property readiness, approvals, equipment availability and fit-out requirements.
Franchise insights
Useful Reading Before You Invest.
Practical guides on franchise investment, location selection and menu strategy — written for entrepreneurs evaluating a food QSR opportunity.
Puff Franchise Cost in India: What Does the Investment Include?
Understand the major cost buckets behind a puff QSR — equipment, fit-out, property costs, launch support and working capital.
Read the guide →How to Choose the Right Location for a Puff Franchise
Footfall is only one factor. Learn how frontage, rent, catchment, access, utilities and format fit affect a location decision.
Read the guide →Why Menu Flexibility Matters: Jain, Vegan, Millet & Farali Puff Options
Preference-led menus can help a QSR adapt to different neighbourhoods, communities and fasting-day demand.
Read the guide →Your next chapter
Your City Could Be Our Next Outlet.
Bring live-baked puff culture to your neighbourhood.
Check Territory Availability →