Is a Carls franchisee permitted to have any music or video device at the Franchised Restaurant without authorization from CJR?
Carls Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
Franchisee shall not permit at the Franchised Restaurant any juke box, vending or game machine, gum machine, game, ride, gambling or lottery device, coin or token operated machine, or any other music, film or video device not authorized by CJR.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 80)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Carls's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee is not permitted to have any music or video device at the franchised restaurant without authorization from CJR.
This means that if a franchisee wants to install any type of music, film, or video device, they must first obtain permission from Carls. This requirement is in place to ensure that the franchisee maintains a consistent brand image and customer experience.
This restriction extends to any amusement equipment such as juke boxes, vending machines, or gambling devices. The franchisee needs to get authorization from Carls for these as well.