What are some examples of nutritional information that Black Bear Diner might need to disclose?
Black_Bear_Diner Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The Affordable Care Act of 2010 and regulations issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (the so-called "menu labeling rule") require covered retail foodservice establishments, including those that are part of a chain of 20 or more units, to disclose to consumers, on menu boards, online ordering platforms, and otherwise, certain nutritional information regarding menu items.
Other laws have particular applicability to restaurants and other retail foodservice establishments, including food safety and health and sanitation laws and liquor license laws, liquor liability, and dram shop laws (if alcoholic beverages are offered or sold on the premises). Many states and municipalities also require specific licensure or training in sanitation and safety laws before permitting a restaurant to serve the public.
To operate the Black Bear Diner restaurant, you may also need to obtain a liquor license.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR, AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 8–11)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Black Bear Diner FDD, compliance with the Affordable Care Act of 2010 means that Black Bear Diner locations that are part of a chain of 20 or more units must disclose certain nutritional information to consumers. This information must be available on menu boards and online ordering platforms.
In addition to federal regulations, some cities have enacted laws that impose specific burdens targeted on restaurants and other retail foodservice establishments that serve foods or beverages that are high in sugar and/or salt. These cities may require Black Bear Diner restaurants to pay additional taxes on the sale of sugar-sweetened beverages and/or may require restaurants to warn consumers of high-sodium menu items.
Furthermore, some states and cities require that restaurants and other retail food establishments provide information to consumers about food allergens. Therefore, a Black Bear Diner franchisee must stay up-to-date with federal, state, and local regulations regarding nutritional information and allergen disclosures to ensure compliance.