Barrio Queen

Of the 15 cases where Barrio Queen was named defendant, what were the primary allegations and outcomes? Have any resulted in judgments against the franchisor?

Of the 8 cases initiated by Barrio Queen as plaintiff, what was the nature of these disputes and what was the franchisor's success rate in these litigations?

Given the $3.9M+ median gross sales reported, what is the typical unit-level profitability (EBITDA or net income) after accounting for the 6.0% total ongoing fees and operating expenses?

The franchise agreement contains 25 termination causes, which exceeds the typical range. Can you provide a detailed breakdown of what constitutes the 17 non-curable defaults that could result in immediate termination without opportunity to cure?

What specific violations would trigger termination in less than 24 hours as referenced in the social media policy provisions, and how frequently have franchisees been terminated for such violations?

Given the non-exclusive territory with no encroachment protection, what is the franchisor's current policy on opening new units near existing franchisees, and have there been disputes about this?

Why has the system remained at 7-8 units for 3 years despite reportedly strong financial performance? What are the franchisor's expansion plans for the next 3-5 years?

With zero documented closures or terminations in the past 3 years, are there franchisees who have voluntarily exited through non-renewal, and if so, what were their reasons for not renewing?

The renewal process requires 120 days' notice and compliance with 9 conditions. Can you provide an example of a franchisee that successfully renewed, and what percentage of franchisees typically renew at the end of their initial 10-year term?

Personal guarantees are required from all shareholders and their spouses. If a spouse is required to guarantee, what happens to that guarantee obligation in the event of death or divorce?

What is the dollar amount and scope of indemnification obligations franchisees must assume? Are there caps on indemnification or does it apply to all franchisor liabilities regardless of fault?

How many of the 23 litigation cases involved franchisees versus other parties such as employees, suppliers, or regulatory agencies? What percentage involved franchise relationship disputes?

The renewal fee is $25,000. Are there additional required remodeling, equipment upgrades, or training costs associated with renewal that franchisees should budget for?

Given the significant litigation history, does the franchise agreement contain a clause requiring disclosure of pending litigation to new franchisees, and when is this disclosure updated?

What support, training, or operational standards does the franchisor provide given the 'Support & Training' category score of 100/100? Can you detail the initial training program and ongoing support provided?

The investment cost score of 50 is notably low compared to typical casual dining. Does this reflect a lower initial investment requirement, and if so, what are the startup costs beyond the $50,000 franchise fee?

Have any of the 8 cases initiated in the past 3 years resulted in judgments, settlements, or injunctions that affect how franchisees operate their units?

Given the 2-year/10-mile non-compete clause, can a franchisee operate a different restaurant concept within 10 miles after their agreement ends, or does the restriction apply broadly to all restaurant types?