FAQ's

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


DO I NEED RESTAURANT EXPERIENCE?
No. Mister Manny's Place seeks franchisees with a business management background and people skills. Mister Manny prepares all the seafood & other items for the franchisee at its commissary to be distributed to franchisee. However, restaurant experience may be helpful. 
 
WHAT IS THE INITIAL INVESTMENT?
The estimated initial investment for a full-sized restaurant is $241,230/$275,870. For a mini restaurant, the estimated initial investment is $184,780/$213,770. The current franchise fee for either size is $20,000. 
 
WHAT ARE THE POTENTIAL SOURCE OF REVENUES?
1. Retail
•Dine-in
•Take out
•Delivery
•Gift Card
2. Catering
•Small to medium parties Size10-50
•Small or large office parties
•Birthday parties
•Graduation parties
•Holiday parties
•Gift Card
3. Shipping Nationwide
•Please visit Manny's web site at www.mannyscrabcakes.com and click "On Line Shopping" to check the shipping nationwide items.
4.Whole Sale
•Restaurants
•Retail stores
5. Private Labeling
•Mister Manny's offers private labeling to the franchisee of our famous crab cakes and shrimp puffs. Other food items are also could be private label if it is requested from the franchisee.
 
HOW DO I FIND A LOCATION?
Mister Manny's Place will assist you in site selection, to help simplify the search process. We will work with you to find the location that is right for you. 
 
HOW MUCH ARE THE ROYALTY FEES?
Royalty fees are paid monthly at a rate of 4% of the monthly gross sales.
 
HOW MUCH ARE THE NATIONAL AND LOCAL ADVERTISING FEES?
National advertising fees are paid monthly at a rate of 1% of the monthly gross sales. Expanded sales revenue could merit a lower national advertising fee. A minimum of $250 must be spent monthly on local advertising in accordance with our standards and specifications. These funds are used for advertising and marketing programs in order to create sales materials, print and radio advertisements and for other promotions.
 
WHAT DO I RECEIVE FOR MY ROYALTY PAYMENTS?
Mister Manny's Place provides ongoing support in all aspects of the daily operation. This includes the development of business strategies for each location, business coaching, training, quality control and other services as needed to maximize sales and profits.
 
WHAT IS THE TERM OF YOUR FRANCHISE AGREEMENT?
The initial franchise agreement is for ten (10) years with options for two (2) successive, five (5) year renewal periods.
 
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MY INVESTMENT?
•State of the art computer management system.
•Exclusive territory that includes population density research.
•Construction, painting, electrical and plumbing work, P.O.S systems , permits, decor, menu boards and security alarm system.
•Three (3) months of operating expenses.
•A complete list of source suppliers for equipment, computers, furniture and restaurant supplies.
•Store front signage.
•In-depth training for franchisees and your designated operator or manager.
•Training manual.
•Assistance in site selection.
•Assistance with lease negotiations.
•Use of existing service marketing.
•Grand opening advertising.
•Continued advertising assistance.
•Continued operating assistance.
 
WHO DESIGNS AND BUILDS MY RESTAURANT? 

• Option 1: Mister Manny's Place will do all the construction, design and equipment ordering and will deliver the restaurant complete to you.

• Option 2: Mister Manny's Place will provide you with our restaurant design and layout specifications. We've developed relationships with architects and contractors who are experienced in our concept and able to assist you in the build-out of your restaurant.
 
HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE THE NECESSARY FINANCES?
Mister Manny's Place will review all the necessary fees and financing. A lender will also be introduced to help streamline your loan application if needed. 
 
WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?
In order to get to know you better, please take a moment to complete the Confidential Franchise Application and return it to us.

 
For further assistance you may contact us at  1-877- 6-MANNYS  (662-6697) and ask for Mr, Joe Ornellas.