What does the Beef O Bradys agreement allow regarding access to the Manuals?

According to Beef O Bradys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the agreement grants franchisees access to the brand's manuals for operating a Family Sports Pub. These manuals consist of materials including audiotapes, videotapes, magnetic media, computer software, and written materials.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that Beef O Bradys will provide a comprehensive set of resources to guide the operation of the franchise. These manuals cover various aspects of the business, ensuring that franchisees have the necessary information to maintain brand standards and operational efficiency.

However, it is important to note that access to these manuals is generally granted for use in operating a Family Sports Pub, implying that the franchisee's access is tied to their active operation of the franchise. If the Franchise Agreement is terminated and Beef O Bradys does not exercise its option to purchase the Family Sports Pub, the franchisee must return all proprietary manuals, including operations manuals, recipe playbooks, food service charts, prep sheets, HACCP materials, marketing workbooks and guides, marketing materials, and discount cards. This return must be done via ground delivery service, shipped no later than the day of closing, with a copy of the shipping order provided to Beef O Bradys.