Can the Territory for a Crepe De Licious Food Truck be revised?
Crepe_De_Licious Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The Approved Location for a Food Truck will be based upon the Territory and will not be exclusive. Any Food Truck Territory may be revised solely in our discretion at any time during the Franchise Agreement.
Source: Item 12 — TERRITORY (FDD pages 40–43)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Crepe De Licious's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the territory for a food truck is not exclusive and may be revised at any time during the Franchise Agreement, at the sole discretion of Crepe De Licious. This differs from the territory granted for a restaurant or kiosk, which is typically a five-mile radius around the location, but for a food truck, it is an assigned list of zip codes.
This lack of exclusivity and the possibility of territory revisions present a significant risk for food truck franchisees. Crepe De Licious retains the right to modify the territory, potentially reducing the area where the franchisee can operate. This could directly impact the franchisee's revenue and business prospects. Furthermore, franchisees may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, or other distribution channels controlled by Crepe De Licious.
Prospective Crepe De Licious food truck franchisees should carefully consider the implications of a non-exclusive and revisable territory. They should inquire about the criteria Crepe De Licious uses to make territory revisions and how often these revisions typically occur. Understanding these factors is crucial for assessing the potential risks and rewards of investing in a Crepe De Licious food truck franchise.