Under what conditions does Benihana have the right to enter the franchisee's premises to make modifications?

According to Benihana's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Benihana may require a provision in the franchisee's lease agreement that grants them the right to enter the premises to make modifications. This right is specifically reserved to protect Benihana's trademarks or the Benihana System, or to address any defaults by the franchisee under the Franchise Agreement.

This provision ensures that Benihana can maintain brand standards and operational consistency across all franchise locations. By reserving the right to make necessary modifications, Benihana can address issues such as non-compliance with brand standards or defaults on the franchise agreement terms. This protects the overall reputation and integrity of the Benihana brand.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that the lease agreement for their Benihana restaurant location must include a clause allowing Benihana to enter the premises to make modifications under certain conditions. This is a non-negotiable term that protects the franchisor's interests and ensures adherence to the Benihana system. Franchisees should be aware of this provision and understand that Benihana has the authority to make necessary changes to the premises to maintain brand standards and address any defaults.