Mr Brews Taphouse
Food & Beverage · Full-Service Restaurants
- Active units
- 10
- Avg unit volume
- $951k
- Royalty
- 5.0%
Franchised, year-end 2024
of weekly Net Sales
About Mr Brews Taphouse
Mr Brews Taphouse is a brand that specializes in craft beer and gourmet burgers. Founded in Weston, Wisconsin in 2013, Mr Brews Taphouse has become known for its passion for craft beer and dedication to fresh ingredients. The owner recognized the potential of the growing craft beer market and set out to create a menu that perfectly complemented the unique flavors of craft beer. At Mr Brews Taphouse, every aspect of the burger is carefully considered. From the freshly ground meat, which is a blend specific to the brand, to the signature fresh-baked bun, each element is designed to enhance the flavorful experience. In addition to the gourmet burgers, the menu also includes fresh sides like freshly cut chips and fries. One of the standout features of Mr Brews Taphouse is its commitment to customization. Whether you prefer sweet potato fries, a black bean patty, or a refreshing salad, Mr Brews Taphouse has options to satisfy every preference. The friendly and knowledgeable staff are always ready to recommend their favorite dishes and ensure that everyone finds something they love. If you're a craft beer enthusiast or a burger connoisseur, Mr Brews Taphouse is the perfect destination to indulge in delicious food and discover new flavors of craft beer.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$45k
- Negotiated reduction
During 2024, we offered one franchisee a reduced initial fee of $20,000.
- Brand fund
1.0% of Net Sales
- Local advertising
1.0% of Net Sales
- Footprint
2,000 – 3,000 sq ft
- Area Development Fee – 1st restaurant (25% of Initial Fee)
$11k
- Area Development Fee – 2nd restaurant (25% of Initial Fee)
$10k
- Area Development Fee – 3rd+ restaurants (25% of Initial Fee)
$9k
- Veteran discount
Not offered
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2025 filing); filings on file: 2024, 2025.
Growth
- Total locations—
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings—
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate—
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR—
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio—
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)$951k
Using franchised Average Net Sales During 2024 as average annual revenue.
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate22.7%
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment$732k
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
↓ Lower is better - Time to open8 months
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
↓ Lower is better - Royalty rate5.0%
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
↓ Lower is better - Sales-to-investment ratio1.3×
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Location footprint
Showing 9 of 12 mapped locations
Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.