Ministry of Crab Franchise Opportunity
The Franchisor is a Private Limited Company, incorporated in Singapore. The Franchisor does business under the name "Ministry of Crab". Ministry of Crab opened its doors outside of Australia for the first time in December 2011 with the mud crabs as its hero ingredient. We have a portfolio of restaurants with 5 over…
Last updated on the Register · captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile
This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.
How much does a Ministry of Crab franchise cost?
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026.
Fees vs the market
| Fee | Ministry of Crab | Category median (systems) | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-in establishment cost | $1M–$2M | $650,000–$1,475,000 (17) | above median |
Medians from the Food & Beverage Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.
Network & venues
Operates in VIC
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-005404) · captured 2026-08-19.
Investment & payments
| Establishment cost (all-in setup) | $1,000,000 – $2,000,000 |
| Ongoing payments to franchisor (annual) | $175,000 – $250,000 |
| Other payments (annual) | $250,000 – $750,000 |
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-005404) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.
Franchise agreement
Standard agreement term 5 or more years
Option to renew Yes
Restraint of trade after exit Yes
Goodwill compensation on exit No
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-005404) · captured 2026-08-19.
Franchisor disclosures
Ministry of Crab’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.
Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-005404) · captured 2026-08-19.
Franchisor details
Website www.ministryofcrab.com
Phone +94777744526
Email dharshan@ministryofcrab.com
Registered office 16 Raffles Quay,, #17-03 Hong Leong Building, , Singapore (048581)
View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-005404) · captured 2026-08-19.
This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.
How Ministry of Crab’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.
Before you buy into Ministry of Crab
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Ministry of Crab franchise cost?
A Ministry of Crab franchise requires a total investment of $1,000,000–$2,000,000 all-in (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).
What are Ministry of Crab's ongoing fees?
Ministry of Crab's ongoing royalty and marketing fees are not published. Ask the franchisor and check the disclosure document for the current fee structure.
Is Ministry of Crab on the Franchise Disclosure Register?
Based on FranchiseScope's research, Ministry of Crab appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.
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