The Firkin Group of Pubs vs Crabby Joes Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of The Firkin Group of Pubs vs Crabby Joes including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
The Firkin Group of Pubs Franchise
Crabby Joes Franchise
Investment $297,900 - $1,000,000$700,000 - $850,000
Franchise Fee $30,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 1987-
Year Franchised 1987-
Term Of Agreement 10-20 years-
Term Of Agreement 10-20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
The Firkin Group of Pubs Franchise
Crabby Joes Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    The Firkin Group of Pubs Franchise
    Crabby Joes 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/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    The Firkin Group of Pubs Franchise
    Crabby Joes Franchise
    Training Our Firkin training helps franchisees learn about running a successful and most importantly, profitable business. Every franchisee is required to complete an intense, mandatory training session over the course of 4 weeks that encompasses every aspect of the Firkin business. From day one, franchisees also have access to highly coveted, one of a kind, training materials including: * F.U. Firkin University in-house * F.U. Firkin University online * Firkin Autopilot �" franchisee intranet-
    Support Meetings, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing --
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

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    Expansion Plans
     
    The Firkin Group of Pubs Franchise
    Crabby Joes Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About The Firkin Group of Pubs

    THE FIRKIN CONCEPTThe Firkin Group of Pubs is the largest & most dominant chain of traditional English pubs in North America. Firkin thirsty? It's the perfect place to enjoy a pint or two with great food and great friends. Firkin Hungry? Our welcoming atmosphere and sparkling personality mixed with your local flavor creates a neighbourhood hangout everyone can agree on. DEVELOPMENT We've had 48 Firkin Pubs open throughout North America, and more than 180 more pubs in development. Our Firkin's are everywhere from business and power centers to urban areas and university districts. Every pub is a little different. One's just right for you. Modeled after a traditional English pub, each Firkin is unique to its neighborhood, and carries a name of a familiar mascot paired with the Firkin, such as 'The Firkin & Fox', or the 'Firkin & Hound'. The Firkin brand is cheeky and irreverent and appeals to a broad base of consumers! For over 20 years, Firkin Pub's founders, franchisees, and followers have been creating the authentic English Pub Experience.
    FRANCHISING PROGRAMFirkin seeks ambitious area developers and entrepreneurs who, in the end, dream of building and operating a "company of pubs". The Firkin Group of Pubs offers two franchising programs: * Multi-Unit Franchisee: Build and manage a multi-unit restaurant company * Area Development Agent (Master Franchise) If you have ever thought about owning a "company of pubs," please call us at 1.877.Firkin.4 (1.877.347.5464)

    About Crabby Joes

    Crabby Joe's is a fresh, entertaining concept setting new standards in the hospitality industry. In the months and years ahead, you will see more of the Crabby Joe's concept in locations throughout Ontario. Crabby Joe's Tap & Grill has already grown throughout southern Ontario and is now poised for rapid future expansion. Several markets have been identified as desirable opportunities and they look forward to discussing these with you.Crabby Joe's like to poke fun at themselves and to encourage their customers to share in an enjoyable visit. They promote themselves in the community, and encourage their franchisees to be active in their participation in special events, sponsoring local sports associations and helping charitable organizations, Crabby Joe's wants to be front and centre in the community. The fun theme is also carried through with their clients, encouraging them to participate in contests such as to jokingly nominate, "The Crabbiest Boss of the Month, etc., etc."