Hamlet vs IHOP Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Hamlet Franchise
IHOP Franchise
Investment N/A$414,866 - $3,374,043
Franchise Fee N/A$40,000 - $50,000
Royalty Fee -4.5%
Advertising Fee -3.5%
Year Founded 19501958
Year Franchised 20071960
Term Of Agreement --
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Business Experience Requirements
 
Hamlet Franchise
IHOP Franchise
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Financing Options
 
Hamlet Franchise
IHOP Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support
 
Hamlet Franchise
IHOP Franchise
Training --
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Marketing --
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Expansion Plans
 
Hamlet Franchise
IHOP Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion --
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Company Overviews

About Hamlet

In 1950, Marylin, a dress designer, and Harry Lewis, an actor, opened the first Hamburger Hamlet on Sunset Blvd; because of their commitment to quality, flavor and "simply marvelous food and drink," it became an immediate success. Hamlet quickly became a Hollywood landmark and was packed with celebrities every night of the week. Over the next 3 decades, Hamlet expanded throughout Southern California and Washington DC; to date, there is still nothing to rival the great food, casual comfort and superb service of Hamlet.

About IHOP

The IHOP restaurant chain has been serving a wide variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner selections for more than 57 years. IHOP enjoys a rich heritage and almost universal awareness. Our brand has been built upon the strenght of our franchisees, vendors partners and dedicated employees. IHOP restaurants are franchised and operate by Glendale, California based IHOP Corp. There are over 1,280 IHOP restaurants in the U.S. and Canada.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of an IHOP franchise at a non-traditional venue is as follows:
  • Full-Service Program: $693,266 to $3,374,043
  • IHOP Limited-Service Program: $414,866 to $1,427,418
This includes Initial Fees of $39,000 to $79,480 per Full-Service Restaurant and $23,500 to $48,480 per IHOP Limited-Service Restaurant to be developed which must be paid to the Franchisor or an IHOP Affiliate.

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