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Famous Dave's
FAMOUS DAVE'S develops, owns, operates and franchises barbecue-style restaurants. We feature award-winning barbecued and grilled meats and other unique menu items in a fun environment.
Franchisor Background
Year Established:
1994
Franchising Since:
1998
IFA Member
Operating Units:
Franchised Units:
131
71.2%
Company-Owned Units:
53
28.8%
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Total Operating Units:
184
100%
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:
177
100%
In 36 States
Canada:
0
0%
In 0 Canadian Provinces
International:
0
0%
In 0 Foreign Countries
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Total:
177
100%
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density
Units
1. Minnesota
21
2. California
12
3. Illinois
11
Registered in Following Registration States:
California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia
Financial Requirements
Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:
$500K+
Cash Investment:
$200K-1.5MM
Total Investment:
$630K-4.255MM
Average Total Investment:
$2443K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:
$40K
Average Franchise Fee:
$40K
On-Going Royalty:
5%
Average Royalty:
5%
Advertising Fee:
1%
Average Number of Employees:
20 Full-time, 45 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
2,400-6,200
Preferred Sites:
Free-standing Building, Strip Center
Other Sites:
End-caps
Encourage Conversions?
Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?
Yes
Listed in the SBA Registry?
No
Support and Training
International Franchise Association:
Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:
No
Franchisee Association/Member:
Yes, Member
Size of Corporate Staff:
81
Site Selection Assistance?
Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?
Yes
Financial Assistance?
Yes, Indirect
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:
Yes
National Advertising:
Yes
Regional Advertising:
Yes
Local Advertising:
Yes
Marketing Materials:
Ad Slicks, Brochures, Direct Mailers, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos
