Rib Crib Barbecue vs Montana Mike's Steakhouse Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Rib Crib Barbecue vs Montana Mike's Steakhouse including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Rib Crib Barbecue Franchise
Montana Mike's Steakhouse Franchise
Investment $400,000 - $1,300,000$439,000 - $2,700,000
Franchise Fee $35,000$20,000
Royalty Fee 4%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19921999
Year Franchised 20001999
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $5K-10K-


Business Experience Requirements

 
Rib Crib Barbecue Franchise
Montana Mike's Steakhouse Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options

     
    Rib Crib Barbecue Franchise
    Montana Mike's Steakhouse 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/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support

     
    Rib Crib Barbecue Franchise
    Montana Mike's Steakhouse Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 50

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

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    Expansion Plans

     
    Rib Crib Barbecue Franchise
    Montana Mike's Steakhouse Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Rib Crib Barbecue

    In 1992, Bret Chandler remodeled an abandoned home in Tulsa, Oklahoma, turning it into the first Rib Crib restaurant. Though Rib Cribs are no longer located in old homes, they retain the look of a ranch house, complete with Western-themed decor. Rib Crib's menu includes ribs, chicken, ham and appetizers such as potato skins and nachos, available for dining in or catering.

    About Montana Mike's Steakhouse

    Montana Mike's is a full-service steakhouse concept specializing in big appetites and great value. Our steaks are naturally aged, USDA steaks, hand-cut at the restaurant and grilled to your liking. The atmosphere is reminiscent of a mountain lodge and our service is first class. All Montana Mike's offer beer and wine with all new locations having a full bar.