Crawdaddyz Cajun Seafood - Casual Dining Restaurant (Oklahoma City, OK)

Crawdaddyz Franchise Information

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What is Crawdaddyz?

 Fueled by Americans' infatuation with New Orleans seafood, cuisine, and tastes, cajun seafood continues to gain popularity in the United States. Crawdaddyz takes this fun, healthy and artful dining tradition and turns it into a high-volume, profitable new franchise concept.

Crawdaddyz is where Asia meets New Orleans. We capture the cosmopolitan edge of the finest upscale seafood restaurants, and add an Asian twist to create a blend that is uniquely Crawdaddyz.

Founded in 2008, Crawdaddyz is a recognized brand of Cajun seafood casual dining restaurants.  Our food is the centerpiece-based on traditional cajun dishes, then amplified, muted or mixed with influences of many different styles of cuisine. The Crawdaddyz menu is innovative, uninhibited and distinctly fun.

Crawdaddyz caters to everyone from young hipsters looking for a great night out to world travelers with adventurous palates, a busy lunchtime crowd, seafood lovers, children and families. Crawdaddyz's clever advertising, word-of-mouth buzz from loyal customers and recognized logo has put our brand on the map.

The Crawdaddyz Experience

Everyone remembers there first time at Crawdaddyz. The nautilus design, bold colors, lively music, boisterous crowd and unforgettable food create a multi-sensory dining experience. Our attention to detail makes every meal memorable.

Seafood For Everyone

Crawfish shouldn’t be intimidating – it represents the majority of Crawdaddyz food sales. Our seafood expertise and simple menu help customers explore the exciting world of seafood. "The Whole Sha Bam” sauce pushes the limits with unforgettable spice and flavor combinations.

Extensive Cooked Menu

Crawfish is only part of the fun. Fried crawfish tails appetizers, catfish strips, Crawdaddyz curly fries round out a meal at Crawdaddyz..

The Crawdaddyz Opportunity

Estimated Initial Investment

We are offering a proven model for Crawdaddyz restaurant of 2,000 to 2,500 square foot location. We have estimated the following start up costs that may very depending on location, existing fixture, and other variable features.

Franchise Candidate Requirements Training and Support

  • Minimums Net Worth of $250,000
  • $300,000 Liquid Capital
  • Previous Industry Experience Preferred
  • Successful Business Background

Fees

  • $25,000 Franchise Fee
  • 4% Royalties
  • 1% Advertising Fund*

Ideal Candidates

The Crawdaddyz Franchise Group is currently looking for franchise candidates to grow and strengthen the Crawdaddyz restaurant. We are primarily seeking candidates who have proven success in the food service industry. Ownership opportunities are available for individuals or groups who do not have previous restaurant industry experience. However, these candidates will be required to hire and maintain an experienced and successful restaurant general manager and supporting management team.

Training and Support

New Franchise business partners receive an orientation where they will be formally introduced to Crawdaddyz . Managers will receive classroom and hands-on training at one of our corporate restaurants. The extensive curriculum overseen by our training department, embraces a full spectrum of casual dining restaurant operations and administration. Including CrawfishPreparation, Cost Control, Hiring, Customer/Employee Relations, and Restaurant Management.

Opening Support

In addition to the management training sessions, the Crawdaddyz Franchise Group will assign on-site representatives for pre-opening and post-opening support to launch the restaurant, train employees and solidify operations. Our professional onsite, hands-on approach to team training is supported through comprehensive training procedures, operations manuals and team testing.

Advertising Fund

Advertising plays a crucial role in the growth and development of any business. Crawdaddyz is no exception. The advertising fund is used to build national brand awareness. Our print and commercial advertising has been widely recognized as being creative and exceptionally unique. We have aired commercials on ESPN, MTV, and Bravo.