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Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux®

Food & Beverage • Year: 2025
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What Is Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux?

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux is a Louisiana-themed sports grill offering a variety of fresh, cooked-to-order menu items such as sandwiches, seafood, Southern Louisiana specialties, hamburgers and salads. The concept operates as a full-service, dine-in restaurant typically occupying 5,000 to 7,000 square feet with seating for 240 to 300 guests, and franchisees must obtain and comply with licenses to sell liquor, beer and wine.

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux Franchise: Pros and Cons

Exceptional onboarding — a perfect 100 Training and Support score and 320 initial training hours (top quarter for Food and Beverage) — prepares operators thoroughly, but the franchise charges a $60,000 initial fee (top 5–10% for the sector), so you’ll need materially more cash up front despite a $130,000 maximum total investment.

Pros

A 100 Training & Support score and 320 initial training hours (both in the top quarter for Food & Beverage) indicate the franchisor provides unusually thorough onboarding and hands‑on preparation before you open.
Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero government penalties or orders, zero franchisor enforcement actions, and zero outlet terminations or franchisee-initiated claims (all in the bottom 5% for the sector) point to a very clean legal and operational record.
A $130,000 maximum total investment estimate is well below typical for Food & Beverage, capping your potential upfront exposure even at the high end.

Cons

A $60,000 initial franchise fee is well above typical for Food & Beverage (top 5–10%), meaning you need materially more cash on hand just to acquire the franchise rights.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100
Excellent

The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Territory Protection

56/100
Good

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. The franchisor retains rights to sell via e‑commerce and alternative distribution channels, develop market density with nearby units, acquire/convert franchises, and use alternate trademarks or retail/venue formats; site-specific rights include relocation and no performance contingencies apply.

Training & Support

100
Excellent

The brand provides a comprehensive 320-hour training curriculum designed to prepare six franchise staff for launch through classroom instruction, hands-on operations training, and management development. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness; franchisees are responsible for travel and lodging, and certain on-site services may incur additional franchisor fees.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux Franchise?

Opening a Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux franchise requires a total initial investment of $120,000 to $130,000, according to the 2025 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.

Minimum Investment

$120,000
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$130,000
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$60,000
Real Estate$0
Equipment & Assets$0
Reserves$0
Training$20,000
Other$40,000

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$60,000
Real Estate$0
Equipment & Assets$0
Reserves$0
Training$30,000
Other$40,000

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 Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux Franchise Owners Make?

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux franchise locations reported average gross sales of $4,441,549 and median gross sales of $4,486,284 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:
$4,441,549
Median Gross Sales:
$4,486,284
High Gross Sales:
$6,654,937
Low Gross Sales:
$918,655
Sample Size:
67
Percent Attaining Average:
50.0%
Franchise vs Corporate Performance: In 2024 affiliate-owned outlets had a higher average gross revenue (4,837,488) than franchised outlets (4,441,549), indicating affiliate units outperformed franchised units on average that year.
Performance Variability Analysis: Franchised unit revenues show wide variability, ranging from 918,655 to 6,654,937 with a median (4,486,284) close to the mean, and about half (50%) of franchised units exceeded the average.
Data Scope and Limitations: The Item 19 data are unaudited, exclude COGS and net income in dollar terms for franchised locations, and reflect only outlets operational for the full calendar year.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux franchise?

The total initial investment for a Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux franchise ranges from $120,000 to $130,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux is $60,000, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

How much do Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux franchise owners make?

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux franchise locations reported average gross sales of $4,441,549 and median gross sales of $4,486,284 in 2025, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux offer exclusive franchise territories?

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux received a territory protection score of 56 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux provide to new franchisees?

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux received a training and support score of 100 out of 100. The brand provides a comprehensive 320-hour training curriculum designed to prepare six franchise staff for launch through classroom instruction, hands-on operations training, and management development.

How many Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux franchise locations are there?

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux had 75 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux?

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux is a Louisiana-themed sports grill offering a variety of fresh, cooked-to-order menu items such as sandwiches, seafood, Southern Louisiana specialties, hamburgers and salads.

Report generated on March 30, 2026 at 03:16 PM

This report is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice.

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