Doc Chey's Asian Kitchen vs Edo Japan Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Doc Chey's Asian Kitchen vs Edo Japan including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Doc Chey's Asian Kitchen Franchise
Edo Japan Franchise
Investment $287,500 - $462,000$400,000 - $550,000
Franchise Fee $25,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 5%6%
Advertising Fee -3%
Year Founded 19971977
Year Franchised 20041986
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Renewal Fee 50% of then-current fee25% of franchise fee


Business Experience Requirements
 
Doc Chey's Asian Kitchen Franchise
Edo Japan Franchise
Experience
  • 3 years of restaurant experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Doc Chey's Asian Kitchen Franchise
    Edo Japan Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoNo/No
    Start-up Costs No/NoNo/No
    Equipment No/NoNo/No
    Inventory No/NoNo/No
    Receivables No/NoNo/No
    Payroll No/NoNo/No

    Training & Support
     
    Doc Chey's Asian Kitchen Franchise
    Edo Japan Franchise
    Training -5 weeks - Basic Operation of the Business. - Regional Managers visit at least once every quarter to support and guide the Franchisees
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluationsNewsletter, Grand opening, Field operations/evaluations
    Marketing Co-op advertisingRegional advertising
    Operations

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 25

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    		- 33% of all franchisees own more than one unit
    - Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10 - 15
    - Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (97% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    Expansion Plans
     
    Doc Chey's Asian Kitchen Franchise
    Edo Japan Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion NoYes

    Company Overviews

    About Doc Chey's Asian Kitchen

    When we opened the first Doc Chey's in 1997, our goal was simple: operate a neighborhood restaurant that serves our guests affordable, delicious, pan-Asian food.

    Although we have been true to our original mission, we quickly learned that we had an even greater mission, and that was to improve the communities we serve. We did this by becoming stakeholders in our neighborhoods and fostering good karma in our communities through various initiatives - dine-outs that support local schools and charitable organization, donations to local organizations for fundraising events, and hosting charitable events like Morningside Mile and Breakfast with Santa.

    Through our efforts, we have donated over $200,000 in cash and food to local schools and non-profit organizations. We work hard to live our values everyday - treat others as we wish to be treated and give without expecting anything in return.

    We will continue to work hard every day to help make our communities better places to live - one noodle bowl at a time.

    About Edo Japan

    Every journey begins with a first step. Our first step began over 35 years ago when we opened our very first location, offering fresh and delicious Japanese food made in the traditional Teppan style and served with our now famous signature Teriyaki sauce. Since then, we've become a leading fast casual restaurant brand, with over 100 locations across Canada and over eight million meals served each year. An Edo Japan franchise offers a great return on your investment and a chance to grow and succeed with the support of an incredible organization. Complete our five-step process to understand how becoming an Edo Japan franchisee can help you achieve your business goals. http://www.edojapan.com/franchising/

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    #66 in Canada's Top franchises.