Jerry's Curb Service vs Tin Drum Asia Cafe Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Jerry's Curb Service vs Tin Drum Asia Cafe including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Jerry's Curb Service Franchise
Tin Drum Asia Cafe Franchise
Investment $959,000 - $1,600,000$400,800 - $617,250
Franchise Fee $40,000$49,000 - $99,000
Royalty Fee 4%6%
Advertising Fee -1.5%
Year Founded 19472003
Year Franchised 20040
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee -50% of franchise fee


Business Experience Requirements
 
Jerry's Curb Service Franchise
Tin Drum Asia Cafe Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Jerry's Curb Service Franchise
Tin Drum Asia Cafe Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
Equipment No/Yes-/-
Inventory No/Yes-/-
Receivables No/Yes-/-
Payroll No/Yes-/-

Training & Support
 
Jerry's Curb Service Franchise
Tin Drum Asia Cafe Franchise
Training --
Support Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
Operations 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 30 - 30

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

We prefer to be located in lifestyle centers or mixed-use developments with lots of foot traffic and a good mix of other national and local tenants. We will also consider well-positioned neighborhood shopping centers; urban/downtown locations with strong daytime population and foot traffic; and areas near college and university campuses.

Expansion Plans
 
Jerry's Curb Service Franchise
Tin Drum Asia Cafe Franchise
US Expansion YesNo
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About Jerry's Curb Service

If you're looking for a new and exciting franchise opportunity, we should talk. Everyone who knows about Jerry's is well aware of our unique carhop concept and freshly-made all-American fare. And our speedy Palm-Pilot powered ordering system has earned us a reputation for unbeatable fast and friendly service. Good things are worth sharing, which is why we're building exciting opportunities for potential franchisees to spread the Jerry's concept to other markets throughout the US. Founded by the same team that pioneered Bruster's Real Ice Cream, Jerry's Curb Service provides several key ingredients towards owning and operating a successful franchise. * a proven turnkey operating system * comprehensive operational and marketing support * a high-quality product and memorable customer experience * comprehensive training * local store marketing tools * assistance in market identification and location * dedicated corporate and field support * a fun and dynamic atmosphere to offer employees

About Tin Drum Asia Cafe

Founded in 2003, Tin Drum was created to reflect the bustling street-side cafes found throughout Asia. With the limited service operating model of fast casual and the dining experience of full casual, Tin Drum Asia Cafe is setting a new standard for the Fast Casual Dining franchise model. We call it "Fresh Casual." Our menu carries bold and broad flavor profiles; all food is cooked fresh to order in an open kitchen; the food is delivered to the guest at their table rather than being picked up at a counter; all this taking place in an environment with an elevated decor meant to evoke a bustling Asian street market.
 
10% discount for veterans off initial franchise fee