Virginia Barbeque vs Shane's Rib Shack Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Virginia Barbeque vs Shane's Rib Shack including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Virginia Barbeque Franchise
Shane's Rib Shack Franchise
Investment $81,500 - $221,500$363,000 - $558,000
Franchise Fee $15,000$30,000
Royalty Fee 6%5%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 20002002
Year Franchised 20042005
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years+5+5
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years+5+5
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Virginia Barbeque Franchise
Shane's Rib Shack Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Virginia Barbeque Franchise
    Shane's Rib Shack Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Virginia Barbeque Franchise
    Shane's Rib Shack Franchise
    Training -

    Hands-on experience in operating a Shane's Rib Shack restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia. This covers all facets of operating the Shane's Rib Shack business. A Shane's Rib Shack representative will then assist you at the opening of your first restaurant.
    Support Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Regional advertising-
    Operations 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6 - 6

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (75% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Virginia Barbeque Franchise
    Shane's Rib Shack Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Virginia Barbeque

    Richard Ivey, the founder of Virginia Barbeque, has been a Certified Executive Chef since 2003, with over 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry. Richard's goal was to create a business that would not only create his success, but create a business that he could share to help others do the same. His desire for "success larger than life" compelled him to create the Virginia Barbeque franchise system. Richard also wanted to create a lifestyle that worked for owners, staff and customers. Operational hours are generally from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Our model has been specifically designed to be family friendly to our customers and the franchise owner. Virginia Barbecue offers financial opportunity, freedom, and quality of life to those who desire success while offering a superior product to consumers.

    About Shane's Rib Shack

    Take advantage of franchise business opportunities and join the Shane’s Rib Shack family. We’re a little picky about choosing our operators, but if you have a passion for your community and a desire to serve great BBQ, you may have what it takes. It’s a full-time job with big time rewards.
    All roads lead to The Shack and it's becoming easy to see why. Priding itself as a "true" rib shack, this new fast-casual concept specializes in choice cut mouth watering pork BBQ, baby back ribs, crispy chicken tenders, homemade side items and made from scratch peach cobbler. It's gonna get messy!
    What types of opportunities are available? Individual and multi-unit franchise opportunities are available.