Virginia Barbeque vs Bad Bob's BBQ Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Virginia Barbeque Franchise
Bad Bob's BBQ Franchise
Investment $81,500 - $221,500$75,000 - $250,000
Franchise Fee $15,000$20,000
Royalty Fee 6%6%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 20001997
Year Franchised 20042002
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Virginia Barbeque Franchise
Bad Bob's BBQ Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options

     
    Virginia Barbeque Franchise
    Bad Bob's BBQ 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
    Bad Bob's BBQ Franchise
    Training --
    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
    Bad Bob's BBQ 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 Bad Bob's BBQ

    In 1994 BadBob’s started cooking as a hobby in local BBQ contest. In 1997 BadBob’s BBQ started cooking in Memphis in May sanctioned BBQ contest all over the country, finishing 4th in the world from 1997 thru 2000, 3 out of the 4 years. This among many other state championships and bbq contest awards. During this period of time BadBob’s developed the award winning sauces and rubs that are used and sold on the retail market today. Products like HawgRub, Cockadoodle Rub, Special Sauce and more are just a few products we produce for our restaurants both in bulk and for retail sales. BadBob’s currently has multiple locations in the TN and KY areas with new locations coming aboard. BadBob’s started franchising in June 2002 and has become an overnight success. BadBob’s utilizes special computerized cooking techniques to help reduce labor cost. BadBob’s also uses specialized point of sale software and hardware to help control your store.