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 | Beef O'Brady's Family Sports PubsIn a League of Its Own |
Business Type
FranchiseMin Liquid Capital
$125,000 to $250,000Total Investment
$375,000 to $600,000Number of Units
231In Business Since
1985* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document
Overview
Great accomplishments often originate from a simple, sound idea.
In 1985 it happened with Jim Mellody. He had been the owner of a small Italian restaurant near the University of Tampa when he decided to purchase a sandwich shop near Brandon, Florida. Jim knew he wanted a limited but appetizing and affordable menu. He also understood the importance of listening to his customers.
With a receptive attitude to what they liked, he added a sandwich here, eliminated one there. It worked. Business was good and getting better. And then, confident in the quality of his own special recipe for Buffalo style chicken wings, he featured it as the newest item on his modest menu. That really worked.
The response was sensational. The neighborhood communities quickly embraced this small "local" sandwich shop. They liked the food, service and attitude. Then Jim added asports theme to the established, comfortable atmosphere and the first Beef'O'Brady's® Family Sports Pub was born. And the name, Beef'O'Brady's®, that was all in the family as well. Brady was Mellody's mother's maiden name. Jeanette, Jim's wife, conceived the name, and thereat as they say, is history.
A history of growth and opportunity.
In 1985 it happened with Jim Mellody. He had been the owner of a small Italian restaurant near the University of Tampa when he decided to purchase a sandwich shop near Brandon, Florida. Jim knew he wanted a limited but appetizing and affordable menu. He also understood the importance of listening to his customers.
With a receptive attitude to what they liked, he added a sandwich here, eliminated one there. It worked. Business was good and getting better. And then, confident in the quality of his own special recipe for Buffalo style chicken wings, he featured it as the newest item on his modest menu. That really worked.
The response was sensational. The neighborhood communities quickly embraced this small "local" sandwich shop. They liked the food, service and attitude. Then Jim added asports theme to the established, comfortable atmosphere and the first Beef'O'Brady's® Family Sports Pub was born. And the name, Beef'O'Brady's®, that was all in the family as well. Brady was Mellody's mother's maiden name. Jeanette, Jim's wife, conceived the name, and thereat as they say, is history.
A history of growth and opportunity.
Products & Services
In 1985, Jim Mellody dreamed up the idea of a neighborhood pub where friends and families could gather to enjoy good food and sports in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere.
Today, there are Beefs popping up all over the southeast. Call it the "Luck of the Irish" with a lot of hard work thrown in.
Today, there are Beefs popping up all over the southeast. Call it the "Luck of the Irish" with a lot of hard work thrown in.
Training & Support
If you don't have an out-going personality,then this is the wrong business
for you! Your enthusiasm, along with a great crew, are the foundation of
your success.
Beyond the written information you will receive, the most important time you will spendin this process is the interaction with our Franchise Partners. Visit a minimum of 6, and preferably 10 or more, locations and speak directly with the Operators. Get the unvarnished truth on operation requirements, lifestyle issues, and personal observations. You will be wiser, and will have developed valuable contacts if you choose to proceed with becoming a Beef's Franchise Partner.
Consider our beliefs and whether you will be happy sharing your practices with other members of our growing organization. Understand that as a new member, your opinion does not carry the same weight as a proven franchisee. We ask that you learn our system, prove you can execute to our standards, and after 18 to 24 months, you may be recognized as an authoritative franchisee.
Beyond the written information you will receive, the most important time you will spendin this process is the interaction with our Franchise Partners. Visit a minimum of 6, and preferably 10 or more, locations and speak directly with the Operators. Get the unvarnished truth on operation requirements, lifestyle issues, and personal observations. You will be wiser, and will have developed valuable contacts if you choose to proceed with becoming a Beef's Franchise Partner.
Consider our beliefs and whether you will be happy sharing your practices with other members of our growing organization. Understand that as a new member, your opinion does not carry the same weight as a proven franchisee. We ask that you learn our system, prove you can execute to our standards, and after 18 to 24 months, you may be recognized as an authoritative franchisee.
Why Beef O'Brady's Family Sports Pubs?
Owning and operating your own Beef'O'Brady's® Family Sports Pub is
different from many business opportunities you may consider. As a
Beef's Partner, you are committing to a "way of life", which requires
community involvement by working with local schools, adult / youth
athletics, and community organizations. Your Family Sports Pub provides the vehicle for you to get involved, but you have to WANT to be involved.
Beef's Way of Life is the combination of Family, Community, Business, and Values into a new way of life for every Partner. It provides you the opportunity to be involved with your family while earning a living. It provides a place where area little leagues will come in after their game, and high school football fans & players will come in for a bite to eat after a win. Adult recreational leagues will stop in for a beer. Your Beef's will allow you to REALLY contribute to your community through school sponsorships, charity donations, and sporting events which will in turn build your business.
The opportunities to help out in your neighborhood are endless. You will be able to exhibit your values and beliefs to others in your community. Making a difference - changing lives - the backbone of the community!
That is what Beef'O'Brady's® is all about.
Are You a Good Fit for Beef O'Brady's Family Sports Pubs?
We have franchised our restaurant concept, Beef'O'Brady's® Family Sports Pubs, because we believe motivated and well-trained Strategic Partners can be strong, successful Beef's operators in their local communities. We award franchise licenses to those Strategic Partners who share our beliefs.
Our primary mission is to attract and keep customers by making sure they are very satisfied every time they visit a Beef's.
We are in the business of "Business". Our reason for being is economic performance. Our purpose isto attract and keep customers. Our results are measured by satisfied customers.
We create Strategic Partnerships with franchisees who believe in focusing their attention on attracting and keeping customers.
We believe franchising is the most effective multi-unit distribution method for us to dominate local markets.
We believe dominant Market Share in our business segment identifies us as a Market Leader. We believe customers want to do business with THE Market Leader, and as such, we can charge a premium for our products and service and still offer a strong value.
We believe Marketing is more than running ads and promotions. It involves the Strategic Partner's connection to their community, and the entire experience neighborhood customers have when they do business with us.
We believe consistency in operations is the most effective marketing tool.
We believe the customer's perception of the quality of our products and service determines how successful we will be.
Everyone in our organization is part of ourTeam. We all share a common goal - Attract, Keep, Satisfy, and Grow Customers.
Our Strategic Partners will Communicate, Collaborate and Coordinate with us to achieve our common goal.
Our primary mission is to attract and keep customers by making sure they are very satisfied every time they visit a Beef's.
We are in the business of "Business". Our reason for being is economic performance. Our purpose isto attract and keep customers. Our results are measured by satisfied customers.
We create Strategic Partnerships with franchisees who believe in focusing their attention on attracting and keeping customers.
We believe franchising is the most effective multi-unit distribution method for us to dominate local markets.
We believe dominant Market Share in our business segment identifies us as a Market Leader. We believe customers want to do business with THE Market Leader, and as such, we can charge a premium for our products and service and still offer a strong value.
We believe Marketing is more than running ads and promotions. It involves the Strategic Partner's connection to their community, and the entire experience neighborhood customers have when they do business with us.
We believe consistency in operations is the most effective marketing tool.
We believe the customer's perception of the quality of our products and service determines how successful we will be.
Everyone in our organization is part of ourTeam. We all share a common goal - Attract, Keep, Satisfy, and Grow Customers.
Our Strategic Partners will Communicate, Collaborate and Coordinate with us to achieve our common goal.
