Golden Griddle vs Eggsmart Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Golden Griddle Franchise
Eggsmart Franchise
Investment $100,000 - $450,000$215,000 - And Up
Franchise Fee $25,000$15,000
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19642009
Year Franchised 19772009
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Golden Griddle Franchise
Eggsmart Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Golden Griddle Franchise
    Eggsmart Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Golden Griddle Franchise
    Eggsmart Franchise
    Training -

    Store operations including food preparation, operating policies, equipment maintenance, selling and merchandising, management and financial control, etc. This program is three weeks in duration and is held at one of our designated training stores.
    Support Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 20 - 30

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Golden Griddle Franchise
    Eggsmart Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Golden Griddle

    Golden Griddle was established in 1964, and started franchising in 1977. Their head office is located in Toronto, Ontario Canada, and the company is privately owned. Each Golden Griddle Family Restaurant is owned and operated by a franchisee in their local area, you can find many of these franchises open 24 hours. The Golden Griddle is famous for their great delicious pancakes and all day breakfast. They have a Kids menu, and serve a wide variety of meals for lunch and dinner, and are licensed to serve beer, wine and alcohol. There are Golden Griddle locations in the Greater Toronto area, South Western Ontario, Central Ontario and Eastern Ontario.

    About Eggsmart

    Eggsmart is more than a place to get great breakfast. It's a great place to get together with friends and family before work or on weekends. Eggsmart has a cozy environment that is warm and inviting. Eggsmart offers all the comforts and convenience while providing great food choices at affordable prices. At Eggsmart, customers have a wide range of breakfast or lunch choices that are prepared from quality ingredients and served hot and fast. Interested in more than just a traditional breakfast? Eggsmart's your smart choice. Eggsmart is all about great food choices served hot and fresh at prices that are affordable. This is our recipe for success and Eggsmart is growing. Check us out to find out how you can be a part of a success story.
    Eggsmart is the new take on breakfast! Our casual dining restaurants provide the perfect ambiance for enjoying a delicious twist on the classic breakfast, brunch, or lunch. With over 45 locations across Canada, we welcome family and friends to eat in or take out.