Bobby Chez Crabcakes

Franchise Overview

Bobby Chez Crabcakes is a gourmet-to-go franchise specializing in heat-at-home jumbo crab cakes, fresh seafood, and specialty entrees, operating through retail-style storefronts where customers purchase restaurant-grade meals to finish at home — bridging upscale dining quality with everyday convenience.

Key Highlights

Pioneered by the 'King of Crab Cakes,' a lifelong culinary enthusiast with deep seafood expertise
Uniquely positioned in the specialty seafood segment between fast convenience and fine dining
National and regional award recognition reinforcing the brand's reputation for gourmet quality
Over 25 years of culinary history providing franchisees a trusted, established brand identity

Bobby Chez Crabcakes offers franchisees a distinctive niche in coastal cuisine, appealing to the growing consumer demand for high-quality, restaurant-grade meals enjoyed on a flexible, at-home schedule.

Just the Facts

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In Business Since1996

Min Liquid Capital$100,000

Total Investment$290K – $578K

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