What is Landlord's Notice in the context of a Hawaiian Bros Island Grill franchise?

According to the 2025 Hawaiian Bros Island Grill Franchise Disclosure Document, a Landlord's Notice is a notification that the landlord provides to Hawaiian Bros Franchising, LLC, in the event that the tenant (franchisee) defaults on their lease agreement. This notice informs Hawaiian Bros Island Grill of the default and the landlord's intention to terminate the lease. This provision is crucial because it gives Hawaiian Bros Island Grill an opportunity to address the default, potentially preventing the franchisee's location from being shut down and preserving the Hawaiian Bros Island Grill brand's presence in that market.

This notification allows Hawaiian Bros Island Grill to take action to protect its interests, which may include curing the default on behalf of the franchisee, negotiating with the landlord, or finding a new franchisee for the location. The FDD specifies that the landlord must furnish Hawaiian Bros Island Grill with copies of all default or termination notices sent to the tenant, ensuring that Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is promptly informed of any issues. These notices should be sent to Hawaiian Bros Franchising, LLC at their specified address, or any other address provided to the landlord in writing.

The Lease Rider further emphasizes the relationship between the landlord, tenant (franchisee), and Hawaiian Bros Island Grill. It states that the Lease Rider is a condition for granting the franchise and that Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is a third-party beneficiary with the right to enforce its terms. This arrangement ensures that Hawaiian Bros Island Grill has certain rights and protections related to the leased premises, including the ability to maintain the Hawaiian Bros Island Grill brand's standards and presence. The effectiveness of the lease is also contingent upon Hawaiian Bros Island Grill's approval of the premises and the lease form, giving them additional oversight in the site selection process.