Must an Amorino franchisee maintain a maintenance agreement with the applicable manufacturers for the term of the franchise if Amorino requires it?

According to the 2025 Amorino Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to maintain a maintenance agreement with the manufacturers of furniture, equipment, casework, and restaurant supplies for the term of the franchise, but only if Amorino requires it. This stipulation is part of the broader requirements that franchisees purchase these items from Amorino's approved third-party vendor and/or its affiliates, Amorino Trading or -18°.

This requirement ensures that the equipment and supplies used in the Amorino store are properly maintained, which can help to preserve the quality of the products and services offered. It also protects Amorino's brand standards by ensuring that the store's equipment is in good working order.

However, the FDD does not specify the potential costs associated with these maintenance agreements. Prospective franchisees should inquire about the typical costs of these agreements and the specific equipment that requires them to fully understand the financial implications. It is also important to understand the criteria Amorino uses to determine when a maintenance agreement is required.