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Crabby Bob's Seafood Grill

CRABBY BOB'S SEAFOOD GRILLs are family-friendly restaurants, known as 'Home of Seriously Fun, Fresh Seafood,' represent an excellent franchise opportunity. CRABBY BOB'S is a full-service seafood concept that offers a variety of fresh fish, crab, lobster and ribs in a relaxing, comfortable setting decorated with whimsical nautical artifacts. Families love our delicious seafood and fun environment, while adults enjoy our Blue Lagoon Lounge that also serves our full menu.

Franchisor Background

Year Established:

1997

Franchising Since:

1998

Operating Units:
Franchised Units:	0	0%
Company-Owned Units:	2	100%
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Total Operating Units:	2	100%

Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:	2	100%	In 1 States
Canada:	0	0%	In 0 Canadian Provinces
International:	0	0%	In 0 Foreign Countries
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Total:	2	100%

North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density	Units
1. California	2

Registered in Following Registration States:

California

Financial Requirements

Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:	$1MM
Cash Investment:	$250K
Total Investment:	$1.5-3.5MM
Average Total Investment:	$2500K

Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:	$50K
Average Franchise Fee:	$50K
On-Going Royalty:	5%
Average Royalty:	5%
Advertising Fee:	Up To 2%

Average Number of Employees:

8 Full-time, 25 Part-time

Space Needs (in square footage):

N/A

Preferred Sites:

Free-standing Building, Strip Center

Other Sites:

Encourage Conversions?

Yes

Earnings Claims Provided?

Listed in the SBA Registry?

Support and Training

International Franchise Association:	No
Canadian Franchise Association:	No
Franchisee Association/Member:	Yes, Member
Size of Corporate Staff:	25
Site Selection Assistance?	Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?	Yes
Financial Assistance?	No

Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:	No
National Advertising:	No
Regional Advertising:	No
Local Advertising:	No
Marketing Materials:	None Specified
Additional Services:	None Specified
Other Marketing Support:	None Specified

On-Going Support:
Central Data Processing:	Not Applicable
Central Purchasing:	Included in Fees
Field Operation Evaluation:	Included in Fees
Field Training:	Included in Fees
Initial Store Opening:	Included in Fees
Inventory Control:	Not Applicable
Franchisee Newsletter:	Included in Fees
Regional or National Meetings:	At Additional Cost
800 Telephone Hotline:	Not Applicable

Training:
1. Irvine, CA	8-10 Weeks
2. TBD	8-10 Weeks

Franchisee Qualifications

Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important):

Financial Net Worth:	5
General Business Experience:	5
Specific Industry Experience:	4
Formal Education:	4
Psychological Profile:	4
Personal Interview(s):	4

Minority Representation

Units Owned by Minorities:
African-American:	N/A
Asian-American:	N/A
Hispanic:	N/A
Native American:	N/A
Other:	N/A
Specific Minority:	N/A

Terms of Contract

Term of Initial Contract:	15 Year(s)
Term of Renewal Period:	10 Year(s)
Passive Ownership:	Allowed
Area Development Agreements?	Yes, for 1 Year(s)
Sub-Franchising Contracts?	No
Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory?	Yes

Expansion Plans

Projected New Units Over Next 12 months:

3-6

U.S.:	Yes, All United States
Canada:	Yes, All Canada
Overseas:	Yes, All Countries

Franchisor Background

Year Established:

Franchising Since:

Operating Units:

Geographic Distribution:

North America: