Scramblers®
What Is Scramblers?
Scramblers is a breakfast and lunch restaurant franchise featuring a limited menu of specific food and beverage items. Franchisees operate restaurant locations and provide catering services, and may sell merchandise related to the Scramblers concept. Franchises can be located in a wide range of venues, including college campuses, office buildings, hospitals, hotels and resorts, airports and transit stations, grocery and convenience stores, malls, sports and entertainment venues, or as mobile units at special events.
Scramblers Franchise: Pros and Cons
With a remarkably clean legal and regulatory record - zero disclosed lawsuits, franchisee judgments, settlements, government penalties or fraud allegations - this franchise reduces legal risk and simplifies due diligence, but it requires managers to hold 100% equity, an unusually high requirement that raises capital needs and limits passive investors.
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Lawsuits & Legal Risk
Scramblers reported no material legal proceedings,
Territory Protection
Scramblers grants a site-specific protected area (generally a 3-mile radius) but not exclusivity; the franchisor may operate or authorize other units, special locations, alternative distribution/e‑commerce channels and differing marks within it. Territory rights are contingent on meeting performance obligations and relocations require franchisor consent.
Training & Support
The brand provides an Extensive 146-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two managerial staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch support focused on operational readiness, with franchisees responsible for travel and living expenses and on-site assistance subject to additional franchisor fees.
Franchisee Stability
Scramblers receives a Normal Stability Score. Three-year turnover of 4.76% falls below the typical Food & Beverage franchise, which reports turnover of around 5% among industry peers. Across the three reported years, there were 2 total exits: non-renewals dominated with 2, alongside no terminations, no franchisor buybacks, and no ceased operations.
A dominance of non-renewals suggests some franchisees chose not to renew their agreements; that behavior often reflects personal life changes, shifting local market fit, or disappointment with unit economics rather than franchisor enforcement, and prospective buyers should ask current and former owners why they left. This is built on a compact track record (roughly 42 franchisees averaged across three years); continued retention as the system grows would solidify the picture. For prospective franchisees, retention is in line with industry peers.
How Much Does It Cost to Open a Scramblers Franchise?
Opening a Scramblers franchise requires a total initial investment of $535,000 to $1,083,000, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.
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Investment Analysis
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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.
How Much Do Scramblers Franchise Owners Make?
Scramblers franchise locations reported average gross sales of $1,099,063 and median gross sales of $1,056,640 in 2024, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Scramblers a good franchise to own?
Whether Scramblers is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2024 FDD: Scramblers operates 27 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 83/100. Financial performance data is disclosed in Item 19. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.
Is a Scramblers franchise worth the investment?
The value of a Scramblers franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $535,000 to $1,083,000. Scramblers disclosed average gross sales of $1,099,063 in 2024. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.
How long does it take to break even with a Scramblers franchise?
Break-even timelines for Scramblers franchises are not disclosed in the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.
Is Scramblers a franchise or a corporate-owned business?
As of the 2024 FDD, Scramblers operates 13 franchised locations and 14 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.
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