15 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Al Manakeesh franchise ranges from $261K to $403K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Al Manakeesh is $30K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the Al Manakeesh 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Al Manakeesh does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisAl Manakeesh charges a royalty fee of 5.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a Al Manakeesh franchise is approximately 6.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 1.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisAl Manakeesh has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Al Manakeesh franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisAl Manakeesh offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Franchisees retain online sales rights for their territory.
View full territory analysisAl Manakeesh currently operates 1 locations (2025 FDD) (0 franchised, 1 company-owned).
View full growth analysisAccording to the Al Manakeesh FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $683K (average: $717K).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Al Manakeesh is 10 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisAl Manakeesh's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 10 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisNo, Al Manakeesh's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation.
View full legal analysisAl Manakeesh provides 108 hours of initial training over approximately 3 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, Al Manakeesh provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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