To whom should notices to the franchisor be addressed for a Golden Corral franchise?

According to the 2025 Golden Corral FDD, any notices to the franchisor, Golden Corral Franchising Systems, Inc., should be addressed to the Executive Vice President and General Counsel. The physical address for sending these notices is P.O. Box 29502, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626.

It is important for prospective franchisees to understand the specific requirements for delivering notices, as outlined in the franchise agreement. The FDD specifies that notices must be in writing and can be delivered personally, sent by certified U.S. mail with return receipt requested, or dispatched by overnight delivery or courier providing proof of delivery. The method of delivery can impact when a notice is considered received; for example, notices sent by mail are deemed received on the second business day after being delivered to the postal service.

Following the correct notification procedures is crucial for franchisees to ensure that Golden Corral receives important communications in a timely and verifiable manner. Failure to adhere to these procedures could potentially affect the franchisee's rights or obligations under the franchise agreement. The FDD also clarifies that the delivery requirements do not apply to the Manual, revisions to the Manual, or written instructions from Golden Corral relating to operational matters.