About Glory Days Franchise
Glory Days Grill is a sports-themed casual dining restaurant franchise that offers a diverse selection of freshly prepared foods with strict regard for quality and proprietary recipes and procedures.
Franchisees operate full-service restaurants serving alcoholic beverages on premises, offering free wireless Internet access, carry-out or curbside to-go service along with online ordering and third-party delivery options, patio service on a seasonal basis, and displaying sports memorabilia.
The restaurants feature sophisticated audio/music/visual communications and lighting equipment, a specialized menu, and cater to families and sports enthusiasts with an average dining check of $13 to $18 per person.
Glory Days Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$904K
Average Investment
$1.9M
Maximum Investment
$3.0M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently 3% of Gross Revenue divided between National Marketing Fund and local marketing expenditures | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $903,500 – $2,954,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $904K–$3.0M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (Currently 3% of Gross Revenue divided between National Marketing Fund and local marketing expenditures) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $45,000 |
| Real Estate Lease for Restaurant Premises | $15,000 | $75,000 |
| Construction of Leasehold Improvements | $450,000 | $1,500,000 |
| Fixtures, Furniture, Furnishings, Equipment | $175,000 | $575,000 |
| Signage | $15,000 | $65,000 |
| POS System and Computer | $25,000 | $55,000 |
| Audio-Visual Communication System | $25,000 | $85,000 |
| Kitchen Smallwares, Crockery, Cutlery, etc. | $15,000 | $30,000 |
| Liquor Licenses | $1,000 | $25,000 |
| All Other Permits and Licenses | $2,500 | $25,000 |
| Insurance | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Management Training Costs | $15,000 | $40,000 |
| Initial Food and Beverage Inventory | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Supplies | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Security Deposits | $5,000 | $50,000 |
| Webpage Setup Fee | $2,500 | $3,500 |
| Opening Promotional Marketing | $10,000 | $25,000 |
| Additional Funds During the First 3 Months of Operation | $82,500 | $306,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then-current Franchise Fee (under Franchise Agreement); $5,000 per Restaurant remaining under Development Agreement |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | $150 per month (System Intranet Fee) |
| Audit Fee | Costs of audit if audit reveals understatement of Gross Revenue of 2% or more |
| Marketing and Promotion Obligation (MPO) | Currently 3% of Gross Revenue (will not exceed 5%) |
| National Marketing Fund | Currently 1% of Gross Revenue (will not exceed 3%) |
| Local Marketing | Currently 2% of Gross Revenue |
| Webpage Hosting Fee | Currently $100 per month |
| Quality Control Programs | Pro rata share of costs; currently Standard $375/month, To-Go $295/month, Bar $250/quarter, Kitchen Sanitation Audit $250/quarter, Action Card Audit Program $295/year |
| Interest on Overdue Payments | Lesser of 18% per annum or maximum rate permitted by law |
| Restaurant Follow-up Inspection Visits | Reasonable expenses, not to exceed $5,000 |
| Supplier Evaluation Expenses | Reasonable expenses, not to exceed $5,000 |
| Costs and Attorneys' Fees | Will vary with circumstances |
| Indemnification | Will vary with circumstances |
| On-Site Assistance Expenses When Restaurant First Opens | Expenses of trainers |
| Reimbursement of Monies Paid by Us on Your Behalf | Cost plus any reasonable fee |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Up to 8 consecutive weeks |
| Classroom Training | 128 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 192 hours |
| Training Location | Maryland or Virginia Restaurant |
| Additional Training | On-site pre-opening assistance of up to 12 trainers for 14 days for first restaurant (reduced to 6 trainers for 10 days if one other restaurant previously opened, 2 trainers for 5 days if more than one). Additional meetings, courses, seminars, conferences and training programs as required. TIPS alcohol awareness training required for all bartenders, managers, and Key Operator. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Approximately a five-mile radius from the Restaurant (densely populated areas will likely have a smaller geographic area) |
| Description | Franchisor will not establish or franchise a Restaurant within the Protected Territory. However, franchisor retains rights to operate outside the Protected Territory, within the Protected Territory at captive market locations (highways, airports, sports venues, military facilities, casinos, etc.), under other proprietary marks, and to sell/distribute products through other channels including the Internet. Continuation of Protected Territory is not dependent upon achievement of sales volume or market penetration. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Two successor terms of 5 years each |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Written notice 12-9 months prior to end of term; renovate/refurbish restaurant to current standards (spend up to $250,000); not be in default; execute then-current form of Franchise Agreement; sign general release; comply with qualification and training requirements; pay fee |
| Transfer Fee | 50% of then-current initial franchise fee |
| Transfer Conditions | Not be in default; transferor signs general release; transferee must meet Glory Days' standards; transferee executes then-current franchise agreement; transferee completes management training; pay transfer fee; provide financial reports; Glory Days has right of first refusal |
| Termination for Cause | Abandonment, felony conviction, unauthorized transfer, insolvency/bankruptcy, violation of confidentiality or non-competition covenants, misrepresentation, loss of required licenses, threat to public health/safety, failure to maintain insurance, failure to open within 18 months, repeated defaults (3 within 12 months), and others |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | Two-year prohibition on owning, operating, or working for any Competing Business (casual dining table-service restaurant serving lunch/dinner with American-style menu and sports theme or sports bar with 4+ TV screens) within a 10-mile radius of either the Restaurant premises or any other Glory Days Grill Restaurant |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Franchisee must employ a full-time Key Operator approved by Glory Days who is responsible for overall daily operation. Must also employ at least two other full-time managers who have completed minimum training. Key Operator must have significant prior restaurant operating experience, successful completion of management training program, and satisfactory background check. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase items from approved suppliers. All restaurants required to use MICROS point of sale systems and DATA CENTRAL. US Food Service supplies approximately 85% of food and non-alcoholic beverage needs. The Adams Burch Company for all smallwares purchases. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisor may establish strategic alliances or preferred vendor programs. Franchisee must get prior written approval to use non-approved suppliers. Required purchases account for approximately 75% to 85% of costs to open and approximately 65% to 75% of annual operating costs. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor derived no revenue from franchisee purchases. Franchisor and affiliates enter into rebate programs with vendors ranging from 1% to 5% of purchases and reserve the right to collect and retain such payments. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Glory Days does not offer direct or indirect financing. Does not guarantee franchisee's note, lease, or other obligation. |
Glory Days Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Glory Days does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Glory Days does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Glory Days Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordGlory Days has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Glory Days System Growth
Total Units
24
Franchised
17
Company-Owned
7
Glory Days currently operates 17 franchised locations and 7 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | 25 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 24 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Glory Days Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Glory Days franchise ranges from $903,500 to $2,954,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $45,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Glory Days charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a Currently 3% of Gross Revenue divided between National Marketing Fund and local marketing expenditures contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Glory Days Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Glory Days to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Glory Days does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Glory Days has been franchising since 2003. The FDD shows an investment range of $903,500-$2,954,500, a 5% of Gross Revenue royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $45,000 and the total investment ranges from $903,500 to $2,954,500 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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