ABOVE THE CRUST
Company Information
7810 W. Ann Rd. #140 Las Vegas, NV 89149
We are a Nevada limited liability company formed on January 21, 2018 to franchise and administer businesses ("Restaurants" or “Restaurants”) using the mark ABOVE THE CRUST. We do not do business under any other name and Our principal business address is 7810 W. Ann Rd. #140, Las Vegas, NV 89149; Tel: (702) 813 0811. Our agents for service of process are listed on Exhibit E. We do not have any predecessor or parent. Our affiliate, Tree Top LLC (the “Company operates two Restaurants in North Las Vegas, Nevada which are similar to the franchise being offered to You. The first Restaurant opened in May 2015 and the second Restaurant opened in January 2018.
We offer franchises for an Above the Crust Restaurant (“Restaurant”), a casual dining restaurant which serves delicious pizza and pasta, chicken wings and fingers appetizers, salads, side dishes and desserts. Restaurants are popular with families, young adults and singles as well as older adults and groups. We have developed a comfortable and attractive atmosphere for enjoyment of our food and beverages. The décor is bright and colorful, with unique wall decorations and comfortable seating. Each Restaurant prepares its pizza dough from scratch every day, rolling it out to make fresh, attractive handmade pizzas for our customer who hunger for the taste and nourishment. Customers can choose their favorite toppings and come watch their order being prepared. Take-out and delivery are also available. All Restaurants support their local community and its schools, churches and other groups. Hours are typically 11:00 a.m. through 10:00 p.m. with arrangements available for early drop-offs and late pick-ups. Each Restaurant will employ 8 to 16 persons, some full-time and others part-time. The square footage of each Restaurant will range from 1,200 to 2,100 square feet.
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Franchise Rating
Franchimp Summary Rating
8/10
Investment Accessibility
8/10
Franchise System Development
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Summary of Investment Costs
Upfront Franchise Fees
Minimum: $20,000 Maximum: $20,000
Upfront franchise fees are the one-time payments required to secure rights to operate under an established brand, typically ranging from $20,000 to $100,000+ depending on brand value.
These fees grant access to proprietary business systems, training programs, intellectual property rights, and often territorial exclusivity—essentially purchasing the blueprint for a proven business model.
While separate from ongoing royalties, investors should evaluate these fees against expected returns, comparing fee-to-earnings ratios across opportunities and assessing how effectively franchisors reinvest these funds into system improvements.
Total Investment Costs
Minimum: $150,700 Maximum: $555,000
Ongoing Fees
Ongoing franchise fees, typically structured as royalties ranging from 4-8% of gross sales, represent the continuous payments franchisees make to maintain brand affiliation and support services.
These recurring fees fund the franchisor's operational assistance, marketing initiatives, technology updates, and continued brand development—creating a partnership where the franchisor's revenue grows alongside the franchisee's success. In addition to royalties, franchisees often contribute to national advertising funds (usually 1-3% of sales) and may incur technology fees, supply chain markups, or renewal fees depending on the franchise agreement.
Investors should carefully analyze these ongoing costs within their financial projections, as they directly impact profit margins and cash flow throughout the entire franchise relationship.
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