Erik's DeliCafe vs Schlotzsky's Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Erik's DeliCafe vs Schlotzsky's including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Erik's DeliCafe Franchise
Schlotzsky's Franchise
Investment $303,500 - $521,600$719,400 - $959,400
Franchise Fee $35,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 5%6%
Advertising Fee -4%
Year Founded 19731971
Year Franchised 19861977
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Erik's DeliCafe Franchise
Schlotzsky's Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Erik's DeliCafe Franchise
    Schlotzsky's Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/Yes
    Equipment No/No-/Yes
    Inventory No/No-/Yes
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Erik's DeliCafe Franchise
    Schlotzsky's Franchise
    Training - On-The-Job Training: 240 hours Classroom Training: 50 hours
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluationsPurchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicksCo-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
    Operations 78% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 16

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Erik's DeliCafe Franchise
    Schlotzsky's Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion NoYes

    Company Overviews

    About Erik's DeliCafe

    After receiving his bachelor's degree in business and marketing, Erik Johnson tried his hand at accounting, security, food service and real estate before purchasing a 600-square-foot store in Scotts Valley, California, back in 1973. With help from his family, Johnson founded Erik's Deli Cafe, a quick-service and catering restaurant that served sandwiches, salads, soups and baked goods.

    Johnson expanded his chain throughout Northern California before selling the first franchise in 1986.

    About Schlotzsky's

    Founded in 1971, Schlotzsky's is a pioneer in the fast casual restaurant category, offering customers an inviting restaurant feel, affordable meals throughout the day, and great food that has created a passionate following among customers throughout the country and the world. Our delicious and unique products, exciting, modern restaurant design, superior franchise support and committed ownership make a Schlotzsky's franchise a great business opportunity.  Joining the Schlotzsky's franchise family will open the door to an exciting future.

    Veteran Incentives  $10,000 off franchise fee           

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    #349 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
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