Sal Zambito, a successful Thirsty Turtle franchise owner, shares his insights into this business opportunity below.
Learn how you can join our franchise family and succeed in the vibrant sports bar industry.
Discover Thirsty Turtle Seagrill, a pioneering Sports Bar Franchise in South Florida renowned for its commitment to quality and community. We combine fresh, mouth-watering seafood with a vibrant sports and entertainment atmosphere, offering an unmatched dining experience.
Thirsty Turtle Seagrill has garnered acclaim in notable publications and won prestigious awards, including taking first place at the South Florida 2023 Wing Bash. Our reputation for excellence is recognized both locally and regionally, highlighting our dedication to exceptional culinary creations and customer service.
At Thirsty Turtle, it’s not just about dining; it’s an experience. We serve up unique dishes like our award-winning honey garlic wings and fresh seafood, all in an environment filled with live music and sports entertainment. Our commitment to not using microwaves underscores our dedication to quality and fresh food.
Our training program is designed to ensure every franchisee is equipped for success. New owners receive a detailed training manual with all standard operating procedures (SOPs), comprehensive paid training, and the opportunity to shadow an existing location to gain hands-on experience. The training manual includes floor plan setups, equipment lists, and retrofitting guidelines, providing a thorough understanding of the operational setup.
Our training program is designed to ensure every franchisee is equipped for success.
Franchisees have the flexibility to market their locations, supported by our proven regional advertising strategies and digital marketing campaigns. This autonomy allows for tailored promotions that resonate with the local community while benefiting from the brand’s overarching marketing initiatives.
Operate seamlessly with our turnkey point of sale system, supported by a dedicated IT team. Our technology solutions simplify day-to-day operations, from inventory management to sales tracking, ensuring efficiency and a smooth customer experience. Our operations are streamlined through a ghost kitchen model, which delivers ultra-fresh ingredients to each location every three days. All sauces are made from scratch in-house, and nothing is ever frozen. The standardized preparation across locations ensures consistency, requiring only a minimal crew—a kitchen manager, 3-4 line cooks, and a skeleton crew of servers, hosts, and bartenders.
Launching a Thirsty Turtle franchise involves a modest franchise fee, with a full build out reaching up to $500K including furniture, equipment, and lease term. Our business model has an optimized food to liquor sales ratio, designed to optimize your investment and operational success.
Anticipate a return on investment within approximately three years, targeting locations that generate $3M or more annually, or about $7,500 per day. This ambitious goal is supported by our efficient operational model and strategic site selection.
Here’s a roadmap with five key milestones for the franchise journey from the initial meeting to achieving a return on investment
Engage in a comprehensive meeting to discuss franchise opportunities, understand the business model, and review financial and operational expectations.
Complete site evaluations and finalize lease negotiations with our support to secure the ideal location for your Thirsty Turtle franchise.
Begin and complete the construction of your location with ongoing oversight to ensure compliance with Thirsty Turtle’s design and quality standards.
Participate in detailed training programs covering operations, management, and customer service, leading up to a well-promoted grand opening event.
Efficiently manage day-to-day operations using our proven systems and support, aiming for a robust return on investment within approximately three years.
Engage in a comprehensive meeting to discuss franchise opportunities, understand the business model, and review financial and operational expectations.
Begin and complete the construction of your location with ongoing oversight to ensure compliance with Thirsty Turtle’s design and quality standards.
Efficiently manage day-to-day operations using our proven systems and support, aiming for a robust return on investment within approximately three years.
Complete site evaluations and finalize lease negotiations with our support to secure the ideal location for your Thirsty Turtle franchise.
Participate in detailed training programs covering operations, management, and customer service, leading up to a well-promoted grand opening event.
Join Thirsty Turtle Seagrill’s thriving franchise network and tap into an opportunity boasting $3,000,000 average annual sales per unit. Embrace a future where exceptional seafood, lively entertainment, and strong community ties translate into substantial revenue potential. Act now—schedule your call to explore how you can be part of our success story.
Thirsty Turtle Seagrill is not just a restaurant, but a haven for those who appreciate the most delicious and mouth-watering seafood in South Florida.
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