I think that may be in the ball park. Definite negative if Whiskey River has a history of self directed success. Why bother.This might be a deterrent to someone who has already proven they know how to put their own restaurant together:
A Monk’s Franchise and facility can cost between $1,000,000 and $4,000,000 to open including the Franchise fee, equipment, inventories, leasehold improvements, and the first three month’s operating capital.