Mutabak Karak
Mutabak Karak franchises operate quick-service restaurants offering a distinctive menu featuring specialty mutabak, chapati, karak tea, desserts such as date bread pudding and puffs, coffee, and other related products and merchandise. The business model grants franchise agreements for single-location restaurants adhering to the franchisor's proprietary system, including standards, recipes, design, and operations to maintain quality and uniformity. They target customers seeking unique, authentic, Middle Eastern-inspired street food experiences in a branded restaurant setting.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
6% royalty + 3% marketing contribution (2% to Marketing Fund + 1% local marketing); no fixed monthly technology fee currently
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How Mutabak Karak Compares to Other Fast Casual Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mutabak Karak Current | $428K - $699K | $30K | 6.0% | 0 |
| Tropical Smoothie Cafe | $300K - $721K | $35K | 6.0% | 1,371 |
| TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ | $300K - $721K | $35K | 6.0% | 1,371 |
| FIREHOUSE SUBS RESTAURANTS (UNIT) | $379K - $1.4M | $20K | 6.0% | 1,248 |
| Zaxby's | $1.4M - $3.8M | $35K | 6.0% | 826 |
| Qdoba | $548K - $1.3M | $40K | 5.0% | 652 |
Fast Casual Average 107 franchises | $532K - $1.2M | $39K | 5.6% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 107 Fast Casual franchises by location count.
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
3Cents2 Inc. (unrelated restaurant), where franchisor's Operations Manager Mr. Magdi Bazara was director, filed bankruptcy on Jan. 18, 2024; discharged Dec. 2, 2024.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Mutabak Karak franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Mutabak Karak franchise ranges from $427,900 to $699,400. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
Is Mutabak Karak a good franchise to buy?
Whether Mutabak Karak is a good franchise investment depends on your personal goals, available capital, and local market conditions. We recommend reviewing the full FDD, speaking with existing franchisees listed in Item 20, and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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