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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of White Hen Pantry vs Ben & Florentine Restaurants including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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| Investment | $52,400 - $225,200 | $619,650 - $817,800 |
| Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $35,000 |
| Royalty Fee | Varies | 6% |
| Advertising Fee | - | - |
| Year Founded | 1965 | 2008 |
| Year Franchised | 1965 | 2008 |
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
| Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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| Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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| In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
| Franchise Fees | Yes/No | -/- |
| Start-up Costs | Yes/No | -/- |
| Equipment | No/No | -/- |
| Inventory | Yes/No | -/- |
| Receivables | No/No | -/- |
| Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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| Training | - | * The owner/operator follows six (6) weeks of training. (Theoretical & Practical) * Grand opening training & assistance for two (2) weeks |
| Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | - |
| Marketing | - | - |
| Operations |
10% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10 - 15
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. | - |
Expansion Plans |
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| US Expansion | Yes | - |
| Canada Expansion | No | Yes |
| International Expansion | No | - |
DO IT RIGHT, DO IT DELICIOUS, DO IT THE "BEN & FLORENTINE" WAY The Canadian and American markets are full of new openings and business opportunities. Ben & Florentine Restaurants Inc. aims to develop its territory strategically with restaurants of a high caliber. The Franchisees of Ben & Florentine benefit from a turnkey concept with a well established team. Our services include market studies, site-selection, lease negotiations, architectural design, interior decoration, marketing and promotional support and ongoing training.