Crooked Pint Ale House
Food & Beverage · Casual Dining
Description
What is Crooked Pint Ale House?
The restaurant is particularly renowned for its signature 'Lucy' burgers – a Minneapolis-inspired creation featuring cheese-stuffed patties that have earned numerous accolades and a devoted following. Beyond their famous burgers, Crooked Pint offers an extensive menu featuring creative pub fare, including their popular totchos (loaded tater tots), diverse taco selections, and hearty entrées that emphasize quality and generous portions.
What sets Crooked Pint apart is its commitment to creating a versatile dining environment that caters to various occasions – from family dinners to sports viewing to business lunches. The establishment features a carefully curated selection of craft beers on tap, with many locations offering 30+ different options, alongside a full bar serving creative cocktails.
The franchise has successfully built a reputation for exceptional customer service, maintaining a perfect balance between casual comfort and polished professionalism. Many locations feature outdoor patios, private event spaces, and unique entertainment options like curling rinks, making each visit memorable. With its proven concept combining quality food, craft beverages, and a welcoming atmosphere, Crooked Pint Ale House continues to grow its presence while maintaining the authentic, local feel that customers love.
- Home of the 'Juiciest Lucys' signature burger specialty
- Comprehensive rewards program with point-based savings system
- Multi-state franchise presence with established locations
- Gift card program available online and in-store
- Game day specials featuring $8.99 fan-favorite menu items
- Craft beer focused concept with extensive tap selection per location
Location Analysis
Where Crooked Pint Ale House wins
The brand's expansion pattern reveals a strategic focus on markets with strong craft beer culture and casual dining preferences, as evidenced by their presence in markets like Onalaska, Wisconsin. While primarily concentrated in the Upper Midwest, the expansion into Arizona represents a significant geographic diversification, testing the concept's adaptability in new market conditions.
Ideal locations for new franchises typically include mid-sized cities and suburban areas with strong median household incomes, significant daytime population, and established craft beer appreciation. Success factors include proximity to business districts, entertainment venues, and residential areas with demographics matching the brand's target market of young professionals and families.
Significant expansion opportunities exist in neighboring Midwest states like Iowa and Michigan, where similar market conditions and consumer preferences align with the brand's successful operating model. The franchise's proven success in cold-weather markets suggests particular strength in regions with similar seasonal patterns.
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Financial Analysis
The numbers behind Crooked Pint Ale House
The casual dining sector faces ongoing challenges from changing consumer preferences toward fast-casual concepts and delivery services, though craft beer establishments maintain appeal among millennials and Gen X demographics seeking experiential dining. The bar and grill segment benefits from its social gathering nature and alcohol margins, providing revenue diversification beyond food sales.
With 15 units since 2011, Crooked Pint represents a smaller franchise system with limited geographic presence. This nascent scale may impact brand recognition and purchasing power, though it potentially offers greater territory availability and franchisor accessibility. The reported gross revenue of $170,165 falls substantially below the sub-sector average of $1.29M, requiring careful FDD review for potential exclusions or reporting methodology clarification.
Ideal investors should possess substantial liquid capital given the premium investment level, along with restaurant or hospitality experience to navigate operational complexity. The craft beer focus requires understanding of beverage programs and local market dynamics. Multi-unit development potential exists given the limited current footprint. Prospective franchisees must thoroughly review the FDD and conduct comprehensive due diligence given the system's developing stage and verify all operational claims through official franchise documentation.
Financing partners
Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees
Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.
FranFund
CRF USA
Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.
First Bank of the Lake
Pension Pros
FDD Item 7
Initial investment range
Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $1,181,700 to $2,093,900. The midpoint $1,637,800 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.
FDD Item 19
Average gross sales
According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, Crooked Pint Ale House has an average gross revenue of $170K. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)
Growth over time
Franchise footprint
2024 Franchise Disclosure
FDD documents
Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Crooked Pint Ale House's 2024 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.
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Buyer FAQs
Frequently asked questions
The initial investment for a Crooked Pint Ale House franchise typically ranges between $1,181,700.00 and $2,093,900.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.
Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) that is publicly available and that we have on record, which was issued in 2024. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. For the most current and detailed information, we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.
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