Point Grille; more than just burgers and fries.The Restaurant has become a local museum. The walls are covered with military memorabilia from the LOCAL Rally and their family. Veterans have a place where they belong, can meet up, share stories with each other and feel like they fit in. At the same time, share their stories with the civilian community to forever be a reminder of the cost of freedom.
As Semper Fi Bar and Grille (our pilot store) took off, we discovered there was more to this adventure than burgers and fries - there is a mission. That mission is to create a place where veterans and first responders are honored. A place where they can come together, feel comfortable and safe to tell their story, and to feel heard, accepted, and valued no matter what their story. We also found the local memorabilia to be a bridge between the civilian population and their veteran community members. The museum-like atmosphere is a visual reminder the freedoms of this country are not free - regardless of what freedom means to you. We see families with children looking over the memorabilia, passing down American values and the understanding of the true price paid for those values.
Rally Point Bar and Grille has a mission first priority. You will make a (good) living with a Rally Point Grille; you will not make millions as a multi-store operator. RPG Franchises are owner operated. You must be a veteran, military spouse, or Gold Star Family member with a heart for the veteran community to have a chance to be come a franchisee.
The power of the concept is in the power of story. Owners must enjoy the stories of others, and have the ability to share stories about themselves and others in the community. Franchisees must have the passion and commitment to create a beacon in their community - one that attracts veterans and civilians alike. They must have a heart for making a difference, be willing to make an impact in their community both emotionally as well as financially.
Franchisees must have strong American values, and be willing to live up to those values, and stand for those values. They must be willing to create a place, just like the military, where we are all welcome, and we all get along, regardless of our differences. They must foster an attitude of community, connection and camaraderie with all. IGY6 applies to everyone in the community.
Established in August 2015 by Marine Corps veterans, Ralph and Carrie Roeger, and daughter Samantha, the pilot store, Semper Fi Bar and Grille was created to honor Veterans, Active Duty and First Responders. A smoke-free, family friendly restaurant, the walls are adorned with military memorabilia donated by veterans and military families for all to enjoy. We were inspired to create a place where veterans can 'tell their story' and to honor military families as well as ALL those that put their lives on the line every day. This pilot store is the inspiration and foundation for Rally Point Grille