The Firkin Group of Pubs vs Bombers Burrito Bar Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of The Firkin Group of Pubs vs Bombers Burrito Bar 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
Bombers Burrito Bar Franchise
Investment $297,900 - $1,000,000$500,000 - $800,000
Franchise Fee $30,000$30,000
Royalty Fee 5%4%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19871997
Year Franchised 19872012
Term Of Agreement 10-20 years10 years +10
Term Of Agreement 10-20 years10 years +10
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
The Firkin Group of Pubs Franchise
Bombers Burrito Bar Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
    		• -

    Financing Options
     
    The Firkin Group of Pubs Franchise
    Bombers Burrito Bar 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
    Bombers Burrito Bar 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 -

    In addition to the Grand Opening marketing campaign, Bombers Burrito Bar, Inc. will be responsible for all marketing materials and advertisements in your area. An additional 2% of gross sales is pledged by each individual Franchisee for local marketing.
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

    We advise that an owner is involved in a full-time capacity at the restaurant and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of your Bombers Burrito Bar.

    Expansion Plans
     
    The Firkin Group of Pubs Franchise
    Bombers Burrito Bar Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    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 Bombers Burrito Bar

    We are very excited to announce thatBombers Burrito Bar, Inc. is soon launching our very own Franchise Program! We have received an overwhelming interest from people all over the country who are looking to be part of the exciting growth that Bombers Burrito Bar is experiencing. Having spent the past few years fine-tuning our operations so that our costs are low and the profits are high, we are certain you will be proud to be aBombers Burrito Bar OWNER! Our franchise fee includes: On-site restaurant and bar planning to create the ideal and most efficient design for your Bombers Burrito Bar space. *Easy-to-understand operating manuals, procedures, and restaurant management systems. *Realty supervision to ensure maximum lease or property purchase benefits. *Complete training for your General Managers and staff. *Ongoing support from the Bombers Burrito Bar finance and restaurant operations team... available when you need us! *Continual system updates to maximize profits. *Low Cost of Goods Sold because of your participation with Bombers Burrito Bar's approved vendors and suppliers. *All architectural specifications for restaurant equipment, fixtures and millwork. *The benefit of our years of our team's first hand experience in running a very successful Bombers Burrito Bar!