Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop vs My Friend's Place Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop vs My Friend's Place including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop Franchise
My Friend's Place Franchise
Investment $151,500 - $342,500$156,650 - $260,400
Franchise Fee $25,000 - $50,000$20,000
Royalty Fee $250+/wk5%
Advertising Fee Up to 2% Monthly1%
Year Founded 19961980
Year Franchised 20061980
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop Franchise
My Friend's Place Franchise
Experience Restaurant experience is always helpful but, if you have experience running another type of business including working with employees and customers, managing cash and generating financial statements, we have a complete training program and manuals as well as field operational staff that can help you learn this business as well as provide ongoing support for you. SBA funding may require some restaurant experience, please consult your SBA lender.
  • Up to $400,000 minimum liquid assets
  • Restaurant and/or Management experience
  • 680+ credit score
  • No bankruptcies, liens or Judgements
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    Financing Options

     
    Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop Franchise
    My Friend's Place Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support

     
    Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop Franchise
    My Friend's Place Franchise
    Training -1. Headquarters 12 Business Days

    2. Franchisee Site 12 Business Days

    Support -Field Operation Evaluation

    Field Training: At Additional Cost

    Initial Store Opening

    Inventory Control: At Additional Cost

    Marketing --
    Operations -Average Number of Employees: 2 Full-time, 2 Part-time

    Passive Ownership: Not Allowed


    Expansion Plans

     
    Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop Franchise
    My Friend's Place Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop

    Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop is a premium sandwich shop. Our shops offer hand sliced proprietary proteins and cheeses topped with sauces that are made daily. All sandwiches are served on our fresh baked rolls, including our famous Dutch Crunch roll. Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop offers best in class sandwiches including the famous Big Jake, Reuben, and of course The Mr. Pickle. Our twenty- six plus years of success is rooted in the simple formula of "Making the Guest Happy” by providing craveable sandwiches, exceptional guest service, and local community involvement.The ideal Franchisee will strive to keep their customers happy while devoting their time and energy toward running a successful Mr. Pickle's shop.

    About My Friend's Place

    A quality franchise opportunity for your financial independence and future. Our restaurants cater to the quality-oriented customer interested in a quick, yet light and healthy lunch, specializing in sandwiches, salads, soups and home-made desserts. MY FRIEND'S PLACE is a 'Fresh Food Express!'