Corporate Mailing Address
670 Auburn Folsom Road Suite 106-571
Auburn, CA 95603
Tel: 916.746.7727
Fax: 800.934.5071
E-mail: info@mrpicklesinc.com

Mr. Pickle's is a unique franchise opportunity in the fast casual restaurant category. An opportunity to provide quality sandwiches people truly enjoy with uncompromising service. All provided in a comfortable environment, with that friendly neighborhood feeling.

Why is Mr. Pickle's the better choice? We believe the proprietors should keep their hard earned money and this is why we do not take a percentage of your drawer (monthly gross) and there are no advertising fees. We are approved with the SBA registry.

For more information about SBA criteria see FAQs below.

Find out about opportunities in:

• Unit Franchise Agreements

• Master Franchise Agreements for territories, cities, counties and states

Preferred Criteria

* $250,000 minimum net assets

* Restaurant and/or management experience

Please contact our preferred SBA lender for more information:

Kevin Corcoran
916-435-1903

Steps to Become a Franchisee

To reach Mr. Pickle's Franchise Sales Department call 916.746.7727 or e-mail info@mrpicklesinc.com.

Step 1: Call Mr. Pickle's Franchise Sales department, 916.746.7727, and speak directly to CEO, Frank Fagundes. You will have the opportunity to hear from Frank how Mr. Pickle's has made him successful and how in turn he can help make you successful. You can discuss expectations, qualifications, systems, timetables, and available locations. Frank will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding franchise opportunities with Mr. Pickle's.

Step 2: Once you have determined that Mr. Pickle's is the right choice for you, complete the Online Form or download the Franchise Application (PDF).

Step 3: We will review your application immediately and, if it appears you are well qualified, we will send you the Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC). The UFOC contains the information about the franchise offer and agreement terms.

Step 4: After ten business days from the delivery of the UFOC we will sign a Franchise Agreement. Before signing you will submit two years tax returns and a current financial statement. After verifying funds, we will sign the Franchise Agreement. At the time of the signing you will submit a $25,000 non-refundable portion of the Franchise Fee.

Step 5: Together we will review information covering site selection, preliminary site information and ultimately select a location. We will prepare work letters and a letter of intent to lease (LOI) for submittal to the owner/landlord as well as preliminary site plans for the design of the store. The LOI will be submitted by us through our real estate broker.

Step 6: We will negotiate, subject to your approval, a final lease for the store site with the owner/landlord which will be executed by you.

Step 7: Once the lease has been approved, final architectural plans will be prepared for your particular site under our direction. We will obtain all necessary permits and select a contractor to begin construction, unless you have a contractor you prefer to use.

Step 8: You must complete, to Mr. Pickle's Inc.'s satisfaction, one week pre training at another location of our choice before you open your store.

Step 9: You will need to hire a staff to begin training for your grand opening. We continue training of your staff on the premises before, during and after the grand opening.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is previous food or restaurant experience necessary to obtain a Mr. Pickle's franchise?
Restaurant experience is always helpful but, if you have experience running another type of business including working with employees and customers, managing cash and generating financial statements, we have a complete training program and manuals as well as field operational staff that can help you learn this business as well as provide ongoing support for you.

Is there a cost for the training program or ongoing support?
The cost of the training school is included in your franchise fee, including training and support at your location for the Grand Opening. Travel, lodging, and food, are the responsibility of the individual franchisee. On going field support after opening can be provided at a per diem cost.

How much does a franchise cost?
Our turn-key units are between $249,000 - $299,000. Mr. Pickle's Inc. determines price by location. Our franchise fee is $100,000 but is included in our turn-key pricing.

What does a "turn-key package" mean?
It means we will (a) complete the build-out and/or remodeling of the Unit premises consistant to Mr. Pickle's standards; (b) purchase and install required equipment, furnishings, fixtures, signs and décor as required by Mr. Pickle's Inc; (c) prepare the Unit for opening for business as required by System Standards in our UFOC; and (d) initial training as detailed in UFOC.

Am I protected from other Mr. Pickle's stores opening near my store?
We have a 0 to 1 mile protected area ratio and it will be determined and documented when signing the Franchise Agreement.

How long do I have to develop the stores under the Franchise Agreement and Master Franchise Agreement?
You have one year to obtain an approved location, and 180 days to open the first store. However, if the location cannot be secured within one year we can extend that time based on reasonable circumstances. That would also extend the time for opening. The Master Franchise Agreement will define the number of stores to be opened and the opening schedule as negotiated between the franchisee and franchisor. CHECK UFOC.

How is an area defined for a Master Franchise Agreement?
We will define it by city, county or state in our Master Franchise Agreement.

How long is the Franchise Agreement, and is it renewable?
The Franchise Agreement is for 5 years and renewable for 5 additional years upon payment of the renewal fee of $25,000. Every year on the anniversary date $5,000 is due for the 5 year term.

How much is the royalty payment and how is it collected?
There is NO Royalty payment. That's what make us the best choice for your investment.

What are the advertising fees?
We do not charge an advertising fee. We share our simple 'touch the public' concept with you as a tool of success. You are also recommended to spend 1% of gross on local advertising. CHECK UFOC.

I have little or no experience in commercial lease transactions. Will Mr. Pickle's assist me?
Yes. We have on staff personnel who are familiar with commercial leasing, including tenant work letters, and letters of intent. While we will review and help prepare these documents, we do not serve as legal counsel or in any other professional capacity.

How much will it cost to open a store?
The cost of opening a Mr. Pickle's varies with location and size. Please see "Initial Investment".

Who can I call to discuss a business loan?
You are welcome to visit any financial institution. We are Small Buisiness Association Registry approved which helps expedite the loan process. We can certainly send you to our preferred lender.

The information in this web site does not constitute an offer to sell a franchise in any state that requires registration of the franchise opportunity. We will not make any offer of a franchise opportunity in those states until after we have obtained effective registration of our franchise. We offer franchise opportunities only through our written Uniform Franchise Offering Circular. To find out about our current status in your state, please contact us.