GREEN MILL

Without Item 19 in the FDD, Green Mill doesn't share median gross sales or profit figures, a notable gap that forces buyers to scrutinize other metrics closely—earnings claims aren't validated by the franchisor, raising the bar for due diligence. SBA records reveal just 5 loans totaling an average of $143,660, pointing to franchise investments likely in the mid-six figures; these cover equipment, buildout, and initial ops for full-service restaurants, but the low loan count suggests a tight-knit system rather than explosive scaling. Ongoing fees and Item 7 estimates (not detailed here) would layer on top, so expect royalties around industry norms for casual dining.

Green Mill's footprint stays regional—primarily Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Kansas—targeting franchisees who know the Midwest market's loyal locals over national expansion chasers. The sparse SBA activity hints at steady but not booming growth, with few terminations or transfers implied in a mature brand like this. For restaurateurs eyeing stable community hubs, it's promising if you crunch vendor costs and traffic patterns yourself; otherwise, the lack of revenue transparency might steer you toward more data-rich options.