Can a Crepe De Licious franchisee provide any goods or services related to the business that have not been approved?

According to Crepe De Licious's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are prohibited from offering any goods or services related to the operation of their Crepe De Licious business that have not been explicitly approved by the franchisor. This restriction ensures that all products and services offered under the Crepe De Licious brand meet the franchisor's standards and specifications, maintaining consistency and quality across all franchise locations.

This requirement means a prospective franchisee must adhere strictly to the approved menu and service offerings. Any deviation, such as introducing new crepe fillings, beverages, or promotional services without prior authorization, would be a violation of the franchise agreement. Crepe De Licious retains the right to change or add to the required products and services, with such changes remaining in effect unless otherwise specified.

The franchisor's control over product and service offerings is a common practice in franchising, designed to protect brand integrity and customer experience. While this may limit a franchisee's autonomy, it also provides a framework for a consistent and recognizable brand. Franchisees need to stay informed about any changes or additions to the approved products and services and understand that they must discontinue selling any products or services that Crepe De Licious disapproves. This also means that franchisees cannot market products or services within another franchisee's territory.