Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant?

Beef 'O' Brady's is a casual dining, family sports restaurant franchise founded in 1985 in Brandon, FL and currently headquartered in Tampa, FL. The brand operates and franchises neighborhood-style restaurants across the United States, primarily in suburban and secondary markets.

Positioned as a "neighborhood restaurant," Beef 'O' Brady's offers a casual, approachable dining experience that combines sports viewing with a family-oriented atmosphere. The menu centers on American comfort food and pub-style favorites, including wings, burgers, sandwiches, tacos, and shareable appetizers, complemented by a full beverage offering. The brand differentiates itself from traditional sports bars by maintaining a more inclusive environment that caters to families as well as sports enthusiasts.

What are the start-up costs for becoming a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchisee?

To become a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchisee, the estimated initial investment ranges from $813,000 to $1.48 million.

Why should I own a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchise location?

While many concepts force a choice between a sports bar and a family restaurant, Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurants successfully integrates each. Beef 'O' Brady's is built for more than one kind of guest. Kids can head to the game room while adults settle in at the bar, and the dining room still works for families and friends who want to watch the game together. That same all-ages approach carries into how each location shows up locally, from team sponsorships to school partnerships and charitable events. By prioritizing team sponsorships, school partnerships and charity involvement at the local level, each Beef 'O' Brady's builds a level of community loyalty that many national chains simply can't replicate.

How long does it take to build and open a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant?

It takes between 6 to 18 months to build and open a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant.

What kind of training and support are provided when opening a new Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant?

Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant requires a total of 80 hours of classroom training and 286 hours of on-the-job training. Attendance is required for the franchisee or operating partner and the operating manager. The training team includes a Director of New Partner Training, a Lead Culinary Trainer, and a Lead Service Trainer, all salaried. These trainers are supplemented by certified trainers drawn from the corporate operations team or local franchisees. Supporting the training staff are the VP of Learning and Development and the Director of Content Development, who create and update training resources.

An online Learning Management System (Opus) is utilized to house training materials and track completion. Each position, from Owner to Manager to Crew, has an assigned curriculum delivered through classroom, print, video, and web-based content, optimized for mobile access.

Beef 'O' Brady's provides pre-opening on-site training, which includes 6 days of training before the grand opening and 7 days post-opening. The training team assists the franchisee with the final setup of the restaurant. Following this, a series of classroom and in-position sessions are conducted with the franchisee, managers, and crew. These sessions cover product knowledge, service, culinary procedures, recipes, and daily shift management.

How do I become a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchisee?

Our process starts with completing the initial inquiry form. After that, our Director of Franchise Sales will set up a call with you to discuss the opportunity, answer any questions, explain the process, and determine if there's a good fit between us. This is a long-term partnership. It's critical that you feel comfortable working with us, and that we feel comfortable working with you.

If we both want to move forward, we'll connect you with some of our existing franchisees. You can ask them anything, getting answers directly from people who live Beef O Brady's daily.

We'll send you our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and schedule a call to review. This document lays out the obligations for both of us in this partnership. It also provides you with historical financial information on everything from investment to sales to financial performance.

After that, we'll schedule a Discovery Day at our office in Tampa, FL. This is a chance for you to meet the senior team, ask questions, and learn more about the support we offer to our franchise partners.

If everything goes well there, we're ready to enter into a Franchise Agreement. This agreement will mirror the FDD and will identify the territory you want for your Beef O Brady's Family Sports Restaurant.

Then we start finding locations, designing the store, and getting you ready for your Grand Opening!

What are the potential earnings for a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant?

Per the 2026 FDD, the following average EBITDA margins were reported for Company-Owned Mature Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurants in 2025:

  • Over $2.5 million in annual sales (1 location): 19% average EBITDA margin
  • $2.0 million–$2.5 million in annual sales (3 locations): 17% average EBITDA margin
  • $1.5 million–$2.0 million in annual sales (11 locations): 14% average EBITDA margin

How do I decide on a location for a new Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant?

As part of the FSC family of brands, we have sophisticated real estate research and evaluation tools. We will help you throughout the process of finding a great location for your Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant. From market evaluation, location analysis, and lease negotiations, we're with you the whole way.

Do you need previous experience to own and operate a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant?

No, you do not need previous experience. We provide extensive training and assistance to teach you how to operate a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant. But you do need an unwavering commitment to delivering great hospitality, strong leadership to your team, and the attention to detail necessary to ensure business success.

Is financing available when signing on to become a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchisee?

We do not provide direct financing. However, we do work with multiple financing partners who are familiar with our brands and business. We can help you throughout the financing process with your business plan and financial forecasts.

Who do I contact if I would like more information about Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant?

To learn more about owning a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant contact Steve Slowey, Director of Franchise Sales, at (813) 785-3024 or SSlowey@FSCFranchiseCo.com. You can also submit an inquiry online.

Is there a strong leadership team in place to assist Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchisees?

Yes. Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurants is led by an experienced executive team dedicated to our vision of 100% franchisee success. Led by industry veteran Chris Elliott, Chief Executive Officer, our leadership team ensures franchisees have the guidance, training, and tools needed to thrive in every community. Learn more about our leadership team at Beef 'O' Brady's Executive Bios.

Can I open a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchise location with a partner and do the requirements change for a partnership?

Yes, you can open a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant with a partner. Anyone who owns 10% or more of the business is required to be on the Franchise Agreement.

Is there an opportunity to acquire more than one Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant location?

Yes, many of our Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant owners have multiple locations.

What are the ongoing fees for a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchise?

Ongoing fees for a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchise include:

  • Royalty Fee: 4% of Net Sales
  • Marketing Fee: 2.5% of Net Sales
  • IT Support Fee: $125 per month

What do royalties for Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant cover?

Royalties give you the right to use our +40 year-old Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant brand name, the proven systems we've developed, as well as the training, IT, operational, and purchasing support provided to you as part of a $500M system of over 275 restaurants.

How hard is it to succeed in Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchising?

Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurants has a 40-year track record of success! We will provide you with support and advice in everything from site selection to restaurant operations to marketing. We can teach you what you need to know about restaurants. But you have to bring a genuine spirit of hospitality, the ability to lead a team, and the entrepreneurial drive and discipline to run a successful business. Together, those things make it easy to succeed!

Are single and multi-unit Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant opportunities available?

Yes. Approximately 20% of Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant owners have multiple locations.

How long is the Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchise agreement term?

The initial term of a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant franchise agreement is 10 years. Subsequent renewals are 5 years each.

Why does AUV matter as it relates to a Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant?

AUV means “Average Unit Volume”. In other words, Sales! And every business lives by sales. Successful Beef 'O' Brady's Family Sports Restaurant owners are always thinking about driving sales. The higher your sales, the easier it is to pay your expenses and the more you have left over as Profits!