16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Cap't Loui franchise ranges from $230K to $833K (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 Cap't Loui is $50K (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 Cap't Loui 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Cap't Loui does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisCap't Loui charges a royalty fee of 4.5% 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 Cap't Loui franchise is approximately 7.5% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisCap't Loui 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 Cap't Loui franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisCap't Loui offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.
View full territory analysisCap't Loui currently operates 19 locations (2025 FDD) (17 franchised, 2 company-owned). The system grew by 18.8% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 20.0%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Cap't Loui is 0.0% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisAccording to the Cap't Loui FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $1.7M (average: $1.9M).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Cap't Loui is 10 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 2 times for 5-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisCap't Loui'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 analysisYes, Cap't Loui's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisCap't Loui provides 240 hours of initial training over approximately 4 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.
View full support analysisYes, Cap't Loui 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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