Build your Republic in Illinois.
Hummus Republic has 1 restaurant operating in Illinois, plus 2 under construction.
Illinois development pipeline
Hummus Republic in Illinois
Illinois accounts for 3 locations in the Hummus Republic system and development pipeline.
Hummus Republic restaurants in Illinois
Hummus Republic restaurants are open in Springfield. See the brand in person before you invest.
More ways to build in Illinois
The simplicity of a sandwich shop with the appeal of a premium Mediterranean restaurant: a lean model built around a focused equipment package and a hoodless option for qualifying locations.
Hoodless option
For qualifying locations, Hummus Republic can operate without a traditional commercial kitchen hood. Eligibility is evaluated site by site under Illinois and local code and permitting requirements.
How hoodless works →Flexible formats
Traditional, second-generation, and hoodless formats give you more ways to match a site in Illinois to the right restaurant.
Compare formats →Simple operations
No chef required. Clear stations, standardized recipes, and simple assembly, designed to be easier to teach, repeat, and manage.
See the operating model →Investment requirements
The same franchise requirements apply in Illinois as system-wide.
Varies by format, site size, location, and build-out requirements.
Minimum net worth for qualified franchise candidates.
Minimum liquid capital for qualified franchise candidates.
Subject to the current FDD. Speak with our franchise development team for detailed line items.
Franchising in Illinois
Straight answers about opening a Hummus Republic in Illinois.
How many Hummus Republic restaurants are in Illinois?
As of September 2026, Hummus Republic has 1 restaurant operating in Illinois, with 2 under construction and 0 in site selection.
Where are Hummus Republic restaurants in Illinois?
Hummus Republic restaurants are open in Springfield.
Can I open a hoodless Hummus Republic in Illinois?
Hoodless eligibility is determined site by site. It depends on the site’s configuration, the equipment used, and state and local code and permitting requirements, which vary by jurisdiction. Our development team evaluates each Illinois site individually.
Are franchise territories available in Illinois?
Territory availability changes as new franchise agreements are signed. Tell us about your market, and our franchise development team will review availability with qualified candidates.
How much does it cost to open a Hummus Republic in Illinois?
Total initial investment starts at $207K+ and varies by format, site size, location, and build-out requirements. The full estimated initial investment is detailed in the current Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What are the financial requirements?
Candidates should have at least $150K in liquid capital and a net worth of $350K+, subject to the current FDD.
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Ready to build your Republic in Illinois?
Tell us about yourself, your market, and your goals. Our franchise development team will contact qualified candidates to discuss the opportunity.
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