Baja Sol Tortilla Grill vs Barberitos Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Baja Sol Tortilla Grill vs Barberitos including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Baja Sol Tortilla Grill Franchise
Barberitos Franchise
Investment $230,000 - $1,203,000$119,800 - $554,025
Franchise Fee $25,000$30,000
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee 3%local, 1.5%nat'l2% local
Year Founded 19952000
Year Franchised 19952000
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Renewal Fee $10000-


Business Experience Requirements

 
Baja Sol Tortilla Grill Franchise
Barberitos Franchise
Experience -

Restaurant experience is not necessary! The Barberitos system was conceived and set up to be successful for people coming from outside the restaurant industry as well as existing restaurateurs. Our time tested methods and outstanding field support, along with your passion to succeed are all that are needed. Solely — or collectively as an ownership group — have a net worth of at least $700,000 and liquid assets of at least $200,000. Must be able to pass a background inquiry, including credit worthiness, no criminal history, no extensive litigation and a satisfactory motor vehicle report. Must be willing to work hard and be a hands-on operator. Must have a passion for the Barberitos brand and promote and carry out our mission statement.


Financing Options

 
Baja Sol Tortilla Grill Franchise
Barberitos Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
Equipment No/Yes-/-
Inventory No/Yes-/-
Receivables No/Yes-/-
Payroll No/Yes-/-

Training & Support

 
Baja Sol Tortilla Grill Franchise
Barberitos Franchise
Training --
Support Grand opening, Field operations/evaluations-
Marketing Co-op advertising-
Operations 33% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 12

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

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Expansion Plans

 
Baja Sol Tortilla Grill Franchise
Barberitos Franchise
US Expansion Yes-
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About Baja Sol Tortilla Grill

Baja Sol Tortilla Grill capitalizes on today's consumers' maturing tastes within the fast-casual market. It combines the need for speed of service with healthy products that taste good. Baja Sol Tortilla Grill is about fresh food fast. Microwaves? Not here! Lard? No thanks! MSG? No way! Tortillas made fresh right before the consumer's eyes. Fresh produce. Real chicken breasts. Salsas made fresh daily. Menu items prepared to order, in a clean, contemporary facility. Baja Sol Tortilla Grill delivers all of this and more to a public searching for alternatives to the traditional quick-service market segment.

About Barberitos

Barberitos continues to expand throughout the Southeast, and we’re always looking for entrepreneurs who believe in what we do and want to grow with the Barberitos brand. We make the process fairly easy, including offering protected development areas, as well as design and construction guidance.
As a Barberitos franchisee, you’ll have the opportunity to join a growing fast casual brand. In fact, we were named to the 2017 Next 20 restaurant list, which identifies restaurant chains throughout the country that best demonstrate healthy growth and operational excellence. 
At Barberitos, we work hard to build a loyal customer base by providing delicious, farm-fresh food and exceptional customer service to keep our customers coming back day after day. If you’re ready for the challenge, email us at [email protected].