Franchise BBQ Restaurant Business Opportunity in Destin-Ft. Walton, FL

This listing presents a franchise opportunity for a BBQ restaurant business located in the Destin-Ft. Walton, FL area, with expansion plans noted for Metro Baton Rouge, LA. The franchise boasts a 50-year history, dedicated to providing an authentic barbecue experience with a mission to bring the entire barbecue culture under one roof. Known for retaining the authenticity of local pit shops, the brand has expanded across the Southeast and is now offering new ownership opportunities. The franchise emphasizes time-honored traditions, employing certified "pitmasters" to ensure award-winning quality meats prepared using tried and true techniques. Their menu balances innovative offerings with deeply rooted barbecue traditions, complemented by a Southern hospitality atmosphere. Notably, this brand performed exceptionally well during the pandemic, ranking among the top casual dining restaurants in the U.S. Prospective buyers for a new location must have $500,000 in available liquidity to cover start-up costs, which include extensive buildout requirements. Training is provided, and the business is not a work-from-home or part-time operation.