D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches vs P.B. Loco Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches vs P.B. Loco including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches Franchise
P.B. Loco Franchise
Investment $391,000 - $556,000$200,000 - $390,000
Franchise Fee $20,000N/A
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19672004
Year Franchised 19882005
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee $10K-


Business Experience Requirements

 
D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches Franchise
P.B. Loco Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options

     
    D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches Franchise
    P.B. Loco Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support

     
    D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches Franchise
    P.B. Loco Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 77% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 12

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (77% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans

     
    D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches Franchise
    P.B. Loco Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches

    On March 1, 1967, "Ma Riva's Sub Shop" in Dedham, Massachusetts opened its doors. The philosophy was simple: put the best quality meats, cheese, and ingredients in the freshest breads, and serve it in a quick, friendly way. Later the name was changed to Angelo and then added the letter D for delicious. And D'Angelo would serve as a pioneer in lunch offerings, making it possible for guests on the go to enjoy delicious, healthy options like fresh salads and Syrian pockets, made to order. In August of 1997, Papa Gino's Holdings Corporation, the parent company of Papa Gino's, acquired D'Angelo, creating an unparalleled combination in the quick service restaurant industry. Today, the D'Angelo menu includes over 44 sandwiches as well as a variety of soups and fresh-made salads. Together, D'Angelo and Papa Gino's share a commitment to provide high-quality products, attentive service, clean, convenient, attractive restaurants, and a premium value experience for every guest. With more than 200 D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches restaurants and nearly 170 Papa Gino's restaurants, they serve more than 50 million guests every year, enjoying tremendous loyalty from both employees and guests.

    About P.B. Loco

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