Garfield's Restaurant & Pub vs D'Arcy McGee's Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Garfield's Restaurant & Pub vs D'Arcy McGee's including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
D'Arcy McGee's Franchise
Investment $1,200,000 - $1,960,000$517,000 - $1,872,500
Franchise Fee $30,000$40,000
Royalty Fee 4%5%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19841979
Year Franchised 19871980
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
D'Arcy McGee's Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
    D'Arcy McGee's Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
    D'Arcy McGee's 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 Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 16% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 75

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
    D'Arcy McGee's Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Garfield's Restaurant & Pub

    Vincent Orza and Jim Burke started Garfield's Restaurant as a small eatery in Oklahoma City in 1984. They've served burgers and sandwiches along with a wide selection of beers since opening day. Garfield's offers an all-American menu featuring the Lone Star Sizzling Pepper Steak and the Steakalada Platter with a chicken enchilada, chicken quesadillas, and a 9-ounce sirloin steak. Garfield's still serves a variety of beers, but has added to the drink menu a Perfect Margarita: a do-it-yourself beverage with a glass full of Cuervo Gold Tequila, Cointreau, Grand Marnier, sweet 'n' sour and lime juice. The company has been franchising since 1987.

    Garfield's Restaurant & Pub is the ultimate gathering spot where the only thing we love more than sports is FOOD. Our chef inspired menu offers a unique twist on traditional pub favorites.

    Garfield’s is a casual, family-friendly, full service restaurant and pub. From Garfield's great burgers and sandwiches, to steaks, ribs, pasta, and salads; our diverse menu has something for everyone. Garfield's offers a wide variety of beers and specialty drinks and our top-shelf PERFECT MARGARITA can't be beat!
    Garfield's - it's all about Great Times! and Great Tastes!

    About D'Arcy McGee's

    Our warm Irish hospitality welcomes you to a place where you can enjoy the best of both food and drink in an atmosphere that encourages sharing good times with family and friends. Enjoy a balance of traditional Irish favourites with fresh new flavours - Salmon Nioise, Rosslare Lambshank and delicious Grillbreads. Or, sample our unique selection of perfectly poured pints, fine whiskeys, scotches, wines and refreshing cocktails. So, get your Irish On, become part of a unique pub experience.