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Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar

Sports-themed restaurants and bars
Investment
$1,277,000
Initial Franchise Fee
$49,500
Units
19
Growth Rate
-5%

Overview

Industry
Food
Founded
2007
Franchising Since
2010
Parent Company
Arooga's Franchising LP
Leadership
Gary Huether Jr., President & Cofounder
# of Employees at HQ
30

Units and Growth Chart

About Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar

Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar offers its customers a range of traditional, favorite American dishes that they can wash down with one of the many craft beers on tap. Customers may enjoy the Certified Green Restaurant label and the positive environmental impact that comes along with it. 

Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar started in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in 2007 and began franchising in 2010. Co-founder Gary Huether, Jr. wanted a venture that seamlessly mixed a bar and a restaurant. Eventually, he landed on Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar, which he believes has been a successful venture.

Since beginning to franchise, Arooga’s Grille House & Sports Bar has opened several franchises throughout the United States.

Why You May Want To Start an Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar Franchise

Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar looks for franchisees who will work closely with the company in promoting the values that the company holds dear. An Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar franchisee should be someone who enjoys being around people, is a good team leader, and is highly motivated. A franchisee will oversee the day-to-day running of the business and make sure that its operation is meeting the high standards that the company expects.

Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar likes to give back to their community and runs a popular 'Funds for Friends' program that raises money for local charities and organizations.

What Might Make an Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar Franchise a Good Choice?

Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar was one of the first Certified Green restaurants in Pennsylvania. The chain takes its environmental responsibilities very seriously and uses recycled packaging and ecological cleaning products in an effort to reduce its carbon footprint as much as possible. 

To be part of the Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar team, you should make sure you're financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include advertising, royalty, and potential renewal fees. Franchisees will also need to meet the company's set net worth and liquid capital requirements. 

How To Open an Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar Franchise

As you decide if opening an Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar franchise is the right move for you, make sure you take time to explore the opportunity. Research the brand and your local area to see if an Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar franchise would do well in your community. While competition is healthy, too much of it may not allow for the most possible growth.

Before making any financial commitment or signing an agreement, you must perform your due diligence and establish if this is the right opportunity for you. As part of your due diligence, you may want to speak to existing franchisees and ask the Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar franchise team any questions that you might have.

Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar offers a comprehensive training program that covers all aspects of the business. Once your restaurant is open, you will enjoy full support from the company.

Investment Details

Initial Franchise Fee
$49,500
Initial Investment
$1,277,000 - $3,564,250
Net Worth Requirement
$4,000,000
Cash Requirement
$700,000
Royalty Fee
5%
Ad Royalty Fee
1%
Technology Fee
N/A
Term of Agreement
10 years
Is Franchise Term Renewable?
Yes
Financing
Third Party
Veterans Incentive
$7,500 off franchise fee

Available Territories

Franchising opportunities available in the following regions

United States International

Training & Support Programs

Comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed

Training

On the Job Training
108 hours
Classroom Training
42 hours

Ongoing Support

Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Lease Negotiation
Field Operations
Site Selection
Proprietary Software
Franchisee Intranet Platform

Marketing Support

Co-op Advertising
Ad Templates
National Media
Regional Advertising
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing
Loyalty Program/App

Operations & Requirements

Key operational details and requirements for running this franchise

Is absentee ownership allowed?
Yes
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
No
Can this franchise be run part time?
No
# of employees required to run
N/A
Are exclusive territories available?
Yes

Ranking History

Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar performance in the Franchise rankings over recent years

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Updated: December 12th, 2022