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Rib Crib Barbecue Franchise

Barbecue restaurant

In 1992, Bret Chandler remodeled an abandoned home in Tulsa, Oklahoma, turning it into the first Rib Crib restaurant. Though Rib Cribs are no longer located in old homes, they retain the look of a ranch house, complete with Western-themed d'r. Rib Crib's menu includes ribs, chicken, ham and appetizers such as potato skins and nachos, available for dining in or catering.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Rib Crib Barbecue Franchises?

Total Cost: $400,000 USD -$1,300,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $35,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 4%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Franchise Agreement Renewal Fee: $5K-10K

Contact Information for Rib Crib Barbecue

Rib Crib Barbecue
4535 S. Harvard Ave.
Tulsa, OK
74135

Phone Number: 1-918-712-RIBS
Toll Free: 1-866-RIB CRIB
Fax Number: (918)459-0699

Franchise Homepage:

Rib Crib Barbecue In the Press

No results at this time.

Historical Expansion

In what year did Rib Crib Barbecue begin operations? 1992
When did Rib Crib Barbecue begin selling franchises? 2000

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2004 12 0 0 19
2003 9 0 0 20
2002 0 0 0 0
2001 0 0 0 19
2000 0 0 0 17

Future Expansion

United States: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Wyoming,

Franchise Financing Information

Cost In House Financing Available? 3rd Party Financing Available?
Franchise Fee No Yes
Initial Start-up Capital No Yes
Plant, Property, and Equipment No Yes
Inventory No Yes
Accounts Receivable No No
Payroll No No

Training & Support

Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Grand opening support, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Cooperative advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising support

Franchise Operation Restrictions

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 50

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Sales & marketing experience
  • Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information

    Can you buy this franchise for no money down? Yes
    What key terms in the franchise agreement can be negotiated? Cross-default provisions, arbitration clause, personal guarantee, default cure periods, non-compete agreement, favorable valuations for corporate buyout
    Can you negotiate lower royalties during start-up? Yes
    Can you purchase multiple franchises for a discounted franchise fee? Yes
    Can you receive lower advertising fees? Yes
    Will I know when the franchise break even? Yes
    Will my personal assets including my home be safe in case my franchise business fails? Yes
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