Famous Sam's Franchise

'Eatertainment' restaurant and sports bar

In Tucson, Arizona, in 1963, Sam Schantz opened a small neighborhood bar called 'Sam's Tavern.' Serving overstuffed pastrami and ham sandwiches, Sam's Tavern kept customers entertained with pool tables, pinball machines and television. In February 1987, Sam's Tavern incorporated as Famous Sam's Corp., and franchising began the next year. In 1997, Famous Sam's Inc. was incorporated as a wholly owned subsidiary, and company headquarters moved to Phoenix. Famous Sam's Restaurant/Sports Bars offers reasonably priced casual dining with 'Overstuffed/Oversized' sandwiches and a full bar. Restaurants feature televisions tuned to sporting events and the 'National Trivia Network,' inviting guests to play trivia games. Game areas include pool tables, darts and video games.

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How much does it cost to open a Famous Sam's Franchise?

The investment required to open a Famous Sam's Franchise is between $586,000-$1,200,000. There is an initial franchise fee of $30,000 which grants you the license to run a business under the Famous Sam's name.

Individual Unit Costs

Initial Investment:
$586,000-$1,200,000
Initial Franchise Fee:
$30,000
Royalty Fee:
5%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement:
20 years

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News and Press Releases

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Twa Acquires Famous Sam’s Restaurants And Sports Bars
TWA Restaurant Group, a Kansas City-based restaurant company, announced today that it has acquired Famous Sam’s, a chain of 29 restaurants and sports bars located throughout the state of Arizona. Famous Sam’s will be one of five restaurant brands that TWA Restaurant Group will oversee....

Chandler Woman Wins Famous Sam's Arizona Diamondback's 1st Pitch For The August 9th Game
Arizona based Famous Sam's Restaurant/Sports Bars announced the winner of their promotion with Miller Lite and the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Arizona Diamondbacks World Series Trophy appeared at 13 valley wide Famous Sam's locations from May 4th to August 3, 2002. While the trophy was visiting the lo...

Az Diamondback's World Champions Trophy Tours Valley Famous Sam's
"There's always something happening at Famous Sam's." Famous Sam's� Restaurant and Sports Bars, the 39-year-old Arizona company known for satisfying food and a variety of entertainment at its locations, in conjunction with Miller Lite and the Arizona Diamondbacks, presents an Arizona Diamondbacks Wo...

Famous Sam's Opens On Power Rd. In Mesa
"There's always something happening at Famous Sam's." Famous Sam's� Restaurant and Sports Bars, the 39-year-old Arizona company known for satisfying food and a variety of entertainment at its locations, announces the opening of Famous Sam's at 430 N. Power Road in Mesa (Power Road and University, 48...

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Famous Sam's Franchise Growth History

When did the first Famous Sam's open? 1979
When did Famous Sam's start Franchising? 1989

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2004	29	0	0	0
2003	30	0	0	0
2002	31	0	0	0
2001	30	0	0	0
2000	34	0	0	0

Famous Sam's Franchise Expansion Plans

United States: Arizona, Colorado, Nevada,

Financing Options

Expense	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	No
Startup Costs	No	No
Equipment	No	No
Inventory	No	No
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Training & Support

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Field operations/evaluations

Marketing
Co-op advertising

Business Operations

46% of all franchisees own more than one unit

100% of current franchisees are owner/operators

Qualifications & Business Experiences

Business Experience:

General business experience

Industry experience preferred, not required; strong management background

How much does a Famous Sam's Franchise owner make?

Your income potential as a Famous Sam's Franchise entrepreneur depends vastly on many factors. As an entrepreneur, the goals to achieve are related to expanding sales while lowering your operation costs and increasing the quality of your products and or services. Each month your operating costs can include royalty fees, mortgage / rent, supplies for products, staffing, utilities, bookwork, stationary and other items. From one month to the next, you may find your costs fluctuate, but your up-front costs are, for the most part, fixed and they will cover most of the initial setup of equipment, signage and renovations.

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