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Bennigan's Grill & Tavern

Casual-theme restaurant

Since its founding in 1976, Bennigan’s has always been the place where people have gone to enjoy great and unique American food with a special brand of hospitality, spend time with friends at the neighborhood tavern, or just to enjoy our relaxing, yet upbeat atmosphere. Our exciting and diverse menu offers a full line of entrees and mouth-watering desserts, not to mention enticing appetizers, soups and salads.

Entrepreneurs looking to build successful businesses in the food service industry want experience, expertise and brand equity, which is why Bennigan's is one of the hottest restaurant franchises available today.

Backed by Metromedia Restaurant Group's 30+ years of franchising experience, Bennigan's offers unique franchise opportunities in the United States and around the world for successful individuals and companies.

From project planning and site analysis through training, opening, and continued operation, we have an experienced professional support staff to work with franchisees through every phase.

Please Note: The operators of Bennigan's Grill & Tavern, may not have verified the accuracy of the Franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, customers are strongly recommended to visit the official Bennigan's Grill & Tavern website.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

How much does it cost to open a Bennigan's Grill & Tavern Franchises?

Total Investment: $1,400,000-$2,600,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $65,000
Royalty Fee: 4%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement: 15 years

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Bennigan's Grill & Tavern News

Bennigan's Taps Goronkin As Ceo
Bennigan's Franchising Co. has charged David Goronkin, as its new president and chief executive, with revitalizing the casual-dining brand that was liquidated last summer by its former parent company. Goronkin, 46, replaces interim chief executive Vince Runco. Most recently Goronkin was chief exe... more

Bennigan's Opens Restaurant On Panama Canal Causeway
Bennigan's Grill & Tavern continues to expand overseas with a new opening on the causeway at the entry of the world-famous Panama Canal in Panama City, Panama. The restaurant models the original Irish-American concept and atmosphere. "This is an ideal location for Bennigan's to increa... more

Bennigan's Ranked Among Top 200 Franchise Chains
Bennigan's Grill & Tavern, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, was recognized by Franchise Times as one of the top franchise chains in the U.S. Bennigan's ranked 98 out of 200 franchise chains according to the October issue. Rankings included U.S. based franchise companies and we... more

Bennigan's Hosts Nation's Largest St. Patrick's Day Celebration
What does it take to host the nation's largest St. Patrick's Day Party? For Bennigan's Grill & Tavern, the 30th time is a charm. More than 300,000 customers will visit 270 Bennigan's Grill & Tavern restaurants across the country this weekend, and the company has spent the last fe... more

(bw) Bennigan's Increases International Presence With Franchise Agreement Announcement And New Restaurant Openings
Bennigan's Grill & Tavern continues to expand internationally, thanks to a franchise development agreement in the United Arab Emirates and restaurant openings in Mexico and El Salvador. Abdul Rahman Muftah Al Muftah and John Mathew recently signed a franchise development agreement to devel... more

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Franchise History

When did the first Bennigan's Grill & Tavern open? 1976
When did Bennigan's Grill & Tavern start Franchising? 1995

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2003	102	0	26	173
2002	107	0	19	173
2001	107	0	21	173
2000	79	0	14	176
1999	48	0	9	181

Expansion Plans

International: Asia, Canada, Mexico, South America,

Financing Options

Expense	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	No
Startup Costs	No	Yes
Equipment	No	Yes
Inventory	No	Yes
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Training & Support

Support
Meetings, Grand opening, Field operations/evaluations

Marketing
Co-op advertising

Business Operations

Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 98% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 100

Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

Industry experience

General business experience

Related Franchise Categories

• Bars & Pubs Franchise Opportunities
• Full Service Restaurant Franchise Opportunities
• Franchises Over $1 Million

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