Mugshots Grill & Bar is proud to join the prestigious Franchise Times Top 400 Franchises list for 2023. This recognition stands as a testament to Mugshots Grill & Bar’s dedication to excellence and its commitment to providing outstanding franchise opportunities.
The Franchise Times Top 400 Franchises list is a coveted recognition in the franchising industry, highlighting companies that have demonstrated remarkable growth, innovation, and a strong franchise system. Mugshots Grill & Bar’s inclusion in this list showcases its remarkable achievements and commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences to its guests.
With 20 restaurants and counting, Mugshots Grill & Bar has established itself as an emerging player in the restaurant industry. The brand’s success can be attributed to its “havin’ a good time” approach to casual dining, featuring a diverse menu of mouthwatering unique burgers and welcoming atmosphere.
Eddie Hall, Chief Business Officer of Mugshots Grill & Bar, expressed gratitude for this significant achievement. “Earning a spot within the prestigious Franchise Times Top 400 Franchises is an incredible honor for Mugshots Grill & Bar. It reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire team, including our franchisees, who continue to work tirelessly, contributing to our growth and success. We are committed to maintaining this level of excellence as we continue to expand and provide new franchise opportunities to entrepreneurs.”
Ron Savell and his partner met in college and worked side-by-side at a local eatery in Hattiesburg, MS. After their college graduation, they hopped on a plane to Hawaii. They worked at a local bar in Hawaii and often thought about their futures. They dreamed of owning their own restaurant, a place where everyone could enjoy great food and cold drinks in a lively sports vibe. On a wing and a prayer, and having little funds, they moved back to Hattiesburg, Mississippi, to do just that. Their family and friends gathered to work alongside the two young entrepreneurs to make their dream become a reality.
On January 10, 2004, Mugshots Grill & Bar was born. Mugshots originally began as a small dive bar in Hattiesburg, but eventually transformed into a well-known family sports grill and bar throughout Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, and Florida.
Preparing for Growth
In December of 2017, Ron decided to purchase the entire company from his partner with the vision of becoming the premier sports grill and bar in the South. Ron put all his focus on developing operating systems and infrastructure, building a solid leadership team, and gaining financial traction so that he could successfully franchise Mugshots and grow the business on a larger scale.
Since 2017, Ron and his company have done exactly that. Mugshots’ executive team has spent a lot of time on implementing systems to improve performance and developing a strong business acumen with their people and Franchise groups. “With a new view of the Mugshots landscape and much more confidence in our operations, we are now ready to begin Mugshots franchising 2.0,” says Ron. By no means is the company new to franchising.
Mugshots currently has 15 franchised locations with five franchise groups. Four of these five groups have been with Mugshots for over ten years.
Join the franchise that’s always “Havin’ a Good Time!”
For more information about Mugshots Grill & Bar and its franchise opportunities, please visit www.mugshotsgrillandbar.com.
