Buffalo Wild Wings vs East Coast Subs Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Buffalo Wild Wings vs East Coast Subs including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise
East Coast Subs Franchise
Investment $2,695,100 - $4,244,300$99,000 - $175,000
Franchise Fee $25,000$12,500
Royalty Fee 5%6%
Advertising Fee 3.25%4%
Year Founded 19821991
Year Franchised 19912008
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Renewal Fee $5K20% of current franchise fee


Business Experience Requirements
 
Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise
East Coast Subs Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Track record of success
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    Financing Options
     
    Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise
    East Coast Subs Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise
    East Coast Subs Franchise
    Training -We offer support & training that is covered in detail in our Franchise Disclosure Document and Operations Manual.
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 50% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 40 - 60

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (80% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise
    East Coast Subs Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Buffalo Wild Wings

    Buffalo Wild Wings got its start in 1981 after Jim Disbrow and Scott Lowery moved from Buffalo, New York, to Kent, Ohio. Unable to find authentic Buffalo-style chicken wings in their new town, they decided to open up their own restaurant. Originally called Buffalo Wild Wings & Weck (see Kummelweck) from which the abbreviation BW3 was created, the restaurant became a franchise with over 350 locations across most states of the U.S. The company later changed its name to Buffalo Wild Wings and is no longer uses the short name BW3. The restaurant's theme is a sports bar / restaurant, and each location features multiple large screen televisions that are viewable from all seats. All locations also have game consoles devoted to NTN Trivia. Buffalo Wild Wings is best-known for its buffalo wings with 12 signature sauces. They also have a full menu featuring salads, appetizers, burgers, and specialty items.

    United States Franchising

    We require that our U.S. franchise candidates have a minimum of USD 750,000 in liquid assets and a net worth of USD 1.5 million. Additionally, there is a minimum commitment to develop at least 2 restaurants.

    International Franchising

    We require that our international franchise candidates have a minimum of USD 5 million in liquid assets and net worth of USD 10 million. Additionally, there is a minimum commitment to develop at least 10 restaurants.

    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Buffalo Wild Wings Sports Bar franchise ranges from $2,695,100 to $4,244,300. This includes $10,000 to $55,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or an affiliate.
    If you sign an Area Development Agreement to develop multiple Buffalo Wild Wings Sports Bars, the total investment necessary to begin operation under the Area Development Agreement is $10,000 to $300,000. This includes $10,000 to $30,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or affiliate.

    #159 in Franchise 500 for 2020.



    About East Coast Subs

    NO LONGER FRANCHISING

    East Coast Subs was opened in Murray, Utah on November 1, 1991. It was initially set up as an association amongst Ray and Carla Quintana, a couple. The Murray area is still claimed and worked by the Quintanas, who together have over 60 years involvement in the eatery business. An East Coast Subs Franchisee will offer astounding Philadelphia style subs and other sustenance things. We are best known for our steak subs, and the best way to truly comprehend is to have one. When you do you will comprehend why our clients continue returning. Clients are offered a few assortments of steak subs and different sandwiches, each of which comes in 2 sizes with 2 sorts of bread to browse. Sandwiches are made by client's wishes.