Bruegger's Bagels 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.

The total ongoing fee rate for a Bruegger's Bagels franchise is approximately 8.5% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.5% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $500/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Bruegger's Bagels has been involved in 1 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 1 pending cases. There are no class action lawsuits pending.

No, the Bruegger's Bagels franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

Bruegger's Bagels offers protected territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.

Bruegger's Bagels currently operates 178 locations (2025 FDD) (48 franchised, 130 company-owned). The system contracted by 1.7% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -1.6%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Bruegger's Bagels is 1.7% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

Bruegger's Bagels does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD (2025 FDD). This means the franchisor has chosen not to disclose revenue, profit, or other financial figures in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

The initial franchise agreement term for Bruegger's Bagels is 10 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.

Bruegger's Bagels's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 1 year within 10 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).

No, Bruegger's Bagels's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation. The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

Bruegger's Bagels provides 569 hours of initial training over approximately 5 weeks (2025 FDD). The cost of training is covered by the franchisor (travel and lodging are typically the franchisee's responsibility). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.

Yes, Bruegger's Bagels provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.