What are some possible variances between Dog Haus Fast Casual Restaurants, Dog Haus Biergartens, and Dog Haus Remote Kitchens?
Dog_Haus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ed franchised Dog Haus Fast Casual Restaurants, Dog Haus Biergartens, and Dog Haus Remote Kitchens in Tables 3, 6, and 9 that were open for business for at least one year on December 31, 2022. The Tables include actual historical information for franchised Dog Haus Fast Casual Restaurants, Dog Haus Biergartens, and Dog Haus Remote Kitchens provided to us by our franchisees.
NOTE 2:
A Dog Haus Fast Casual Restaurant is approximately 1,300 to 1,600 square feet in size and will have a limited menu, take orders at the counter, have communal seating and a limited selection of beer and wine available for purchase.
NOTE 3:
A Dog Haus Biergarten is approximately 1,800 to 3,000 square feet in size and has (i) a minimum 24 beers and a number of wines on tap; (ii) a minimum of 8 seats at the bar; (iii) at least one bartender on duty at all times; (iv) a minimum of 10 televisions; (v) cable/satellite television capability with multiple control boxes, including DirectTV boxes, Dog Haus TV boxes, RX Music boxes and Video Box; (vi) a patio with a minimum of 24 seats; (vii) open or enclosed kitchens, depending on the layout of the premises; (viii) extended hours of operation; (ix) glassware and a dishwasher; (x) additional equipment; (xi) server with a handheld POS (xii) happy-hour pricing for food and beverages and(xiii) liquor; and (ix) an additional freezer and ice molds to serve liquor . Some Dog Haus Biergartens serve liquor.
NOTE 4:
A Dog Haus Remote Kitchen will generally be located in an industrial park or other industrial area and is a food service business used for the production of delivery and take-away food products located in a partially equipped commercial kitchen within a multi-kitchen facility with other restauranteurs that only serves customers through online food ordering through third parties' online food ordering platforms.
Source: Item 19 — FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPRESENTATIONS (FDD pages 73–83)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Dog Haus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are notable differences among the Dog Haus Fast Casual Restaurants, Dog Haus Biergartens, and Dog Haus Remote Kitchens. These differences encompass size, menu offerings, service style, and operational features. A Dog Haus Fast Casual Restaurant typically ranges from 1,300 to 1,600 square feet, featuring a limited menu, counter service, communal seating, and a modest selection of beer and wine. In contrast, a Dog Haus Biergarten spans 1,800 to 3,000 square feet and boasts a more extensive beverage program, including a minimum of 24 beers and various wines on tap, a bar with at least 8 seats, and a dedicated bartender. Biergartens also offer a more immersive entertainment experience with a minimum of 10 televisions and comprehensive cable/satellite capabilities.
Furthermore, Dog Haus Biergartens provide a more substantial dining experience with a patio seating at least 24, glassware, a dishwasher, and happy-hour pricing. Some locations also serve liquor, necessitating additional equipment like freezers and ice molds. Operationally, Biergartens maintain extended hours and utilize servers equipped with handheld POS systems. Conversely, a Dog Haus Remote Kitchen operates within a partially equipped commercial kitchen in a multi-kitchen facility, focusing exclusively on delivery and take-away orders facilitated through third-party online platforms. These are generally located in industrial parks or other industrial areas.
The FDD also indicates that the characteristics of each Dog Haus Fast Casual Restaurant, Dog Haus Biergarten, and Dog Haus Remote Kitchen included in Item 19 and franchises for Dog Haus Fast Casual Restaurants, Dog Haus Biergartens, and Dog Haus Remote Kitchens that may be offered to prospective franchisees are generally similar, except for possible variances in square footage, layout and the like. These variations in concept design and operational requirements reflect different market strategies and target customer preferences, which may influence a franchisee's investment decision based on their desired scale, service model, and market focus.