D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches vs F&M Deli Express Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches vs F&M Deli Express including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches Franchise
F&M Deli Express Franchise
Investment $391,000 - $556,000$145,000 - $285,000
Franchise Fee $20,000$30,000
Royalty Fee 6%5%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19671968
Year Franchised 19882005
Term Of Agreement 20 years20 years
Term Of Agreement 20 years20 years
Renewal Fee $10K50% of then franchise fee


Business Experience Requirements

 
D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches Franchise
F&M Deli Express Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • -

    Financing Options

     
    D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches Franchise
    F&M Deli Express Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoNo/No
    Start-up Costs No/YesNo/No
    Equipment No/YesNo/Yes
    Inventory No/YesNo/No
    Receivables No/NoNo/No
    Payroll No/NoNo/No

    Training & Support

     
    D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches Franchise
    F&M Deli Express Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperativesGrand opening, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertisingCo-op advertising
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 77% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 12

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (77% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.


    Expansion Plans

     
    D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches Franchise
    F&M Deli Express Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesNo

    Company Overviews

    About D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches

    On March 1, 1967, "Ma Riva's Sub Shop" in Dedham, Massachusetts opened its doors. The philosophy was simple: put the best quality meats, cheese, and ingredients in the freshest breads, and serve it in a quick, friendly way. Later the name was changed to Angelo and then added the letter D for delicious. And D'Angelo would serve as a pioneer in lunch offerings, making it possible for guests on the go to enjoy delicious, healthy options like fresh salads and Syrian pockets, made to order. In August of 1997, Papa Gino's Holdings Corporation, the parent company of Papa Gino's, acquired D'Angelo, creating an unparalleled combination in the quick service restaurant industry. Today, the D'Angelo menu includes over 44 sandwiches as well as a variety of soups and fresh-made salads. Together, D'Angelo and Papa Gino's share a commitment to provide high-quality products, attentive service, clean, convenient, attractive restaurants, and a premium value experience for every guest. With more than 200 D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches restaurants and nearly 170 Papa Gino's restaurants, they serve more than 50 million guests every year, enjoying tremendous loyalty from both employees and guests.

    About F&M Deli Express

    NO LONGER FRANCHISING