Virginia Barbeque vs Woody's Bar-B-Q Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Virginia Barbeque Franchise
Woody's Bar-B-Q Franchise
Investment $81,500 - $221,500$150,000 - $600,000
Franchise Fee $15,000$39,500
Royalty Fee 6%5%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 20001980
Year Franchised 20041989
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


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

    Training & Support
     
    Virginia Barbeque Franchise
    Woody's Bar-B-Q 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
    Woody's Bar-B-Q 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 Woody's Bar-B-Q

    At Woody's, we have a passion for Bar-B-Q. And a passion for great franchise partners. With a lower start-up entry cost and outstanding franchisee support, Woody's is a great opportunity within the fast-growing casual dining segment. And, Bar-B-Q is hotter than ever. * Proven Success For More Than Four Decades This is not a fad chain that is here today, gone tomorrow. Woody's Bar-B-Q is a restaurant concept that has had a solid track record since 1980. * Experienced Support Team Recipes, operations standards and protocols, marketing and franchisee support have been refined and perfected from years of experience. * Lower Start-Up Entry Cost. Woody's restaurant footprints and store units are designed to be easily placed in strip centers or conversions, rather than requiring free-standing out parcel stores. * Attractive Sales-to-Investment Return.
    Partner with Woody's Bar-B-Q and share in the growth with solid returns on a lower overall investment. * Single or Multi-Unit Franchises Available. Woody's is looking for experienced operators looking for an exciting new opportunity for reward.