Taffer's Tavern charges a royalty fee of 6.0% of gross sales (2026 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 Taffer's Tavern franchise is approximately 8.0% of gross sales (2026 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 2.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $200/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Taffer's Tavern has been involved in 2 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2026 FDD). There are currently 2 pending cases. There are no class action lawsuits pending.

No, the Taffer's Tavern franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2026 FDD).

Taffer's Tavern offers protected territory rights to its franchisees (2026 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.

Taffer's Tavern currently operates 1 locations (2026 FDD) (1 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system contracted by 75.0% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -20.6%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Taffer's Tavern is 75.0% (2026 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

According to the Taffer's Tavern FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2026 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $3.0M (average: $3.0M).

The initial franchise agreement term for Taffer's Tavern is 10 years (2026 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.

Taffer's Tavern's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 20 miles of the former location (2026 FDD).

Yes, Taffer's Tavern's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2026 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

Taffer's Tavern provides 80 hours of initial training over approximately 3 weeks (2026 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, Taffer's Tavern provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2026 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.