Mama Fu's Noodle House vs Edo Japan Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Mama Fu's Noodle House vs Edo Japan including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Mama Fu's Noodle House Franchise
Edo Japan Franchise
Investment $511,000 - $735,000$400,000 - $550,000
Franchise Fee $20,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 5%6%
Advertising Fee -3%
Year Founded 20021977
Year Franchised 20031986
Term Of Agreement -10 years
Term Of Agreement -10 years
Renewal Fee -25% of franchise fee


Business Experience Requirements

 
Mama Fu's Noodle House Franchise
Edo Japan Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Mama Fu's Noodle House Franchise
Edo Japan Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/NoNo/No
Start-up Costs No/YesNo/No
Equipment No/YesNo/No
Inventory No/YesNo/No
Receivables No/NoNo/No
Payroll No/NoNo/No

Training & Support

 
Mama Fu's Noodle House Franchise
Edo Japan Franchise
Training -5 weeks - Basic Operation of the Business. - Regional Managers visit at least once every quarter to support and guide the Franchisees
Support -Newsletter, Grand opening, Field operations/evaluations
Marketing -Regional advertising
Operations -- 33% of all franchisees own more than one unit
- Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10 - 15
- Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (97% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Expansion Plans

 
Mama Fu's Noodle House Franchise
Edo Japan Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion NoNo
International Expansion NoYes

Company Overviews

About Mama Fu's Noodle House

The Asian and Fast & Fresh categories are two of the fastest growing segments in the restaurant industry.
Mama Fu's Noodle House is the best example of both categories. Mama Fu's Noodle House features fresh, high quality Asian-inspired food that is made to order in a warm, welcoming environment. Our unique "flex casual" service model includes a fast casual approach to lunch, with a transition to relaxed, full service at dinner. Combined with delivery, take-out, online ordering and catering,
Mama Fu's Noodle House is a convenient and delicious option for every dining occasion.
Mama Fu's Noodle House Franchise Group provides exceptional support through easy-to-use online tools, in-depth training and regularly scheduled visits from experienced Franchise Consultants.
 
Mama Fu's Noodle House specializes in freshly prepared, made-to-order Asian comfort food!

About Edo Japan

Every journey begins with a first step. Our first step began over 35 years ago when we opened our very first location, offering fresh and delicious Japanese food made in the traditional Teppan style and served with our now famous signature Teriyaki sauce. Since then, we've become a leading fast casual restaurant brand, with over 100 locations across Canada and over eight million meals served each year. An Edo Japan franchise offers a great return on your investment and a chance to grow and succeed with the support of an incredible organization. Complete our five-step process to understand how becoming an Edo Japan franchisee can help you achieve your business goals. http://www.edojapan.com/franchising/

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#66 in Canada's Top franchises.