Uno Chicago Grill vs 241 Pizza Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Uno Chicago Grill vs 241 Pizza including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Uno Chicago Grill Franchise
241 Pizza Franchise
Investment $1,168,000 - $2,410,500$190,000 - $235,000
Franchise Fee $40,000$20,000
Royalty Fee 5%5% of all Sales or $350/ week
Advertising Fee -3% or $345/mo.
Year Founded 1943-
Year Franchised 1980-
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Uno Chicago Grill Franchise
241 Pizza Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • Restaurant/hospitality experience
  • *Desire to provide the highest quality service and product to customers. *Personal potential for business success. *Adherence and integrity to the business plan. *Managerial skill and aptitude. *Capital investment requirements.

    Financing Options

     
    Uno Chicago Grill Franchise
    241 Pizza Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoYes/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/No-/Yes
    Equipment No/Yes-/Yes
    Inventory No/No-/Yes
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support

     
    Uno Chicago Grill Franchise
    241 Pizza Franchise
    Training -

    Both classroom instruction and on-the-job training for approximately 50 hours per week. It covers basic principals of management, food preparation, customer service and other details vital to the success of your new business.

    241 Pizza will provide an extensive training program covering all aspects of store operations including food preparation, operating policies, equipment maintenance, selling and merchandising, management and financial control, etc. This program is three weeks in duration and is held at one of our designated training stores.

    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives

    Comprehensive, confidential 241 Pizza Operations Manual covering the important facets of your restaurant's operation. Ongoing advice and guidance from your Business Development Manager (BDM), including: *Recruiting, Hiring, Training and Maintaining Sufficient Staff Levels *Business Planning, Projecting and Budgeting *Maximizing Financial Performance *Cost Controls *Cash Flow Management *Customer and Community Relations *Maintaining High Operational Standards for Focusing on Quality, Service, Cleanliness & Value *Safety and Security *Food Management and Sanitation

    241 Pizza National Office maintains skilled personnel to ensure efficient administration and program coordination. Regardless of the level of industry experience you may or may not have, we will provide with the guidance and training you will need to efficiently manage your business.

    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 40% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 60 - 80

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (65% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans

     
    Uno Chicago Grill Franchise
    241 Pizza Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Uno Chicago Grill

    Ike Sewell combined old Italian recipes with meats, vegetables, spices and cheese and created the first deep dish pizza in 1943. He opened Pizzeria Uno to serve his creation to pizza lovers throughout Chicago. The new restaurant became so popular that Sewell opened Pizzeria Due on an opposite corner from his original restaurant to handle customer demand. Over 60 years later, the restaurant is now called Uno Chicago Grill and has evolved to offer a variety of grill items like steak, ribs, seafood and pastas in addition to its famous Chicago-style deep dish pizza.

    The initial investment necessary to begin operation of a Pizzeria Uno Restaurant ranges from $545,500 to $1,405,500. This includes $43,100 to $59,300 that must be paid to the franchisor.
    The initial investment necessary to begin operation of an Uno Pizzeria & Grill Restaurant ranges from $1,168,000 to $2,410,500. This includes $57,100 to $99,300 that must be paid to the franchisor.
    The franchisor offers development rights for Uno Restaurants. When you enter into a Development Agreement, you must pay the franchisor a Territory Reservation Fee equal to $5,000 times the number of Uno Restaurants you will own and operate. In addition to the Territory Reservation Fee, you must pay the franchisor an Initial Franchise Fee of $30,000 for each Pizzeria Uno Restaurant and $40,000 for each Uno Pizzeria & Grill Restaurant that you will own and operate.

    About 241 Pizza

    96 successful locations in Canada and GROWING! * Managed by talented professionals with a proven track record and a dedication to succeed. * A competitive start-up cost for a "turnkey" operation has high Return on Investment (ROI) potential. * No experience necessary. * Single units and area development franchises available.

    We have developed a comprehensive and efficient three-week training program that can be easily taught to people interested in owning and operating their own business. Our training and ongoing support allow all of our pizzerias to meet our high standards for product and quality and outstanding customer service. We don't accept mediocrity; we expect excellence in every aspect of our business. We are dedicated to building strong new franchise relationships resulting in a "Win Win" situation.

    The 241 Pizza Franchise System includes: 1. Site Selection/Lease Negotiation 2. Business/ Pizzaria Training 3. Food and Equipment Sourcing 4. Pizzaria Opening Assistance 5. Research and Development 6. Marketing Positioning/Brand Awareness 7. Advertising and Promotion 8. Ongoing Business Development 9. Pricing and Quality Controls For More Franchise Information Contact: Richard Straker, Manager of Franchise Development 1-877-241-0-241 x245

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