Coyote Ugly

About Coyote Ugly

Coyote Ugly is an American bar and entertainment brand created by Liliana Lovell in New York in 1993 and made famous by the 2000 film of the same name. Its lively saloon concept combines drinks, music and an energetic atmosphere. The supplied profile reports 13 US locations and eight UK bars before its Edinburgh opening in summer 2025; the Scottish debut suggests at least nine UK sites, subject to confirmation of closures or changes elsewhere. The UK franchise rights are held by Steve Lewis, chairman of Breaking Brands, who has targeted further growth in major cities, particularly northern England and Scotland. The group has also explored opportunities in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, but prospective locations are not trading sites. Coyote Ugly offers single-unit, multi-unit and master franchise agreements, supported by initial training and continuing assistance. Its stated investment range is £315,000 to £790,000, depending on premises and location.

Why franchise with Coyote Ugly

• ✓Join a distinctive American nightlife brand established in New York in 1993 and known worldwide.
• ✓Offer a high-energy bar experience combining music, drinks and an internationally recognised name.
• ✓Choose single-site, multi-unit or master franchise agreements to suit your growth ambitions.
• ✓Access initial training and ongoing guidance before opening and throughout your franchise term.
• ✓Target busy city locations near complementary leisure venues and strong working populations.
• ✓Build on a UK network expanding into major cities, with northern England and Scotland in focus.

Investment breakdown

Minimum investment	£315,000
Maximum investment	£790,000
Franchise fee	£39,500
Management service fee	5% of gross monthly income
Agreement term	10 years, with an opportunity to renew.

What's expected of a franchisee

Property requirements

Coyote Ugly seeks high-footfall sites of 2,000-6,000 sq ft in major cities, ideally near other leisure and hospitality venues. Preferred catchments have at least 150,000 residents within five miles and a substantial daytime working population. Franchisees are expected to live locally and maintain strong community links. The supplied information does not specify frontage, extraction, licensing arrangements, seating capacity or lease terms; each site requires assessment.

Training and support

Coyote Ugly provides franchisee training and continuing assistance before and after opening. The company describes a long-established training programme designed to guide partners through launch and subsequent operations. Support is intended to continue throughout the franchise relationship rather than ending after the opening period. The supplied profile does not specify training duration, location, curriculum, on-site visit frequency or which costs are included in the initial franchise fee.

Operational requirements

Coyote Ugly franchisees operate a lively bar and entertainment venue, managing drinks service, staffing, customer experience, security, compliance and local marketing. The brand offers single-site, multi-unit and master agreements, each with a stated 10-year term and a possible 10-year renewal. Royalties are 5% of gross monthly income. The supplied profile does not state a separate advertising contribution, minimum opening hours, staffing ratios or required supplier arrangements.

Experience required

Coyote Ugly prefers applicants with several years of experience in hospitality, multi-unit food and beverage operations, or business ownership and development. Franchisees are expected to live within their chosen market and maintain strong community connections. Single-unit, multi-unit and master arrangements are available, with different entry fees for one site or up to three units. The supplied profile does not disclose minimum net worth, liquid capital thresholds or mandatory qualifications.

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