Nothing But Noodles vs Chester's Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Nothing But Noodles vs Chester's including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Nothing But Noodles Franchise
Chester's Franchise
Investment $408,500 - $555,300$12,385 - $277,313
Franchise Fee $25,000$3,500
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 20011952
Year Franchised 20022004
Term Of Agreement -10 years
Term Of Agreement -10 years
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Nothing But Noodles Franchise
Chester's Franchise
Experience The minimum financial requirements are a net worth of $1,000,000 and $350,000 in liquid assets. Nothing but Noodles seeks solid, experienced business individuals or partners who are interested in owning and operating their own restaurant business. Franchise owners are ideally hands-on individuals, experienced in full service or QSR restaurants, who take pride in building their own business and serving a quality product in their respective communities. If you do not have previous restaurant experience, we will require you to join with an operating partner or hire an experienced manager that will own an equity portion of the business entity. Total commitment is critical to achieving and maintaining successful restaurants in our system.
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    Financing Options
     
    Nothing But Noodles Franchise
    Chester's Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoNo/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/NoNo/Yes
    Equipment No/NoNo/Yes
    Inventory No/NoNo/No
    Receivables No/NoNo/No
    Payroll No/NoNo/No

    Training & Support
     
    Nothing But Noodles Franchise
    Chester's Franchise
    Training -On-The-Job Training: 30 hours Classroom Training: 3 hours Ongoing training as required
    Support -Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Franchisee Intranet Platform
    Marketing -Ad Templates Social media
    Operations - International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 8

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (50% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    Expansion Plans
     
    Nothing But Noodles Franchise
    Chester's Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesYes

    Company Overviews

    About Nothing But Noodles

    Over the years, as franchisees, the partners of Nothing But Noodles have invested in several different concepts and have had both positive and negative experiences. They have had many successes and, on occasion, disappointments. They have had great support from the franchisor and in some circumstances no support at all. The partners have experienced every situation possible as franchisees, ranging from nitpicked, pressured and mislead to respected, praised and awarded. Needless to say, they know the intricacies of franchising, mistakes to avoid, what works and what doesn’t. They know what your concerns are and have built a company that places your needs first. The partners know that their success is achieved through your success and are confident that Nothing But Noodles is a quality concept that you will be proud to be a part of.

    About Chester's

    Chester’s serves Great Tasting Fresh Fried Chicken that’s cooked to perfection, with a unique taste and style. Our secret is a family recipe and process that’s been successful for over 40 years. Chester’s brings you delicious fried chicken, tempting tenders, sandwiches, wraps, salads, breakfast items and more. And that’s not all we’re known for! Our chicken is complimented by our signature Potato Wedges, Chester’s Original Sauce and delicious biscuits and sides. We offer a great deal of flexibility in the placement of Chester’s including restaurant-in-store (convenience stores, truck stops, supermarkets), co-branded with other national brands, malls and food-courts, and in-line shopping center locations. And there is variety in our menu formats, including take-out only, take-out and dine-in. We can tailor the restaurant to meet your needs and to properly position Chester’s in your market.

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