San Francisco Oven vs Pizza Depot Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of San Francisco Oven vs Pizza Depot including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
San Francisco Oven Franchise
Pizza Depot Franchise
Investment $474,100 - $807,300$197,000 - And Up
Franchise Fee $25,000$20,000
Royalty Fee 5%$500 weekly
Advertising Fee -1% - 3%
Year Founded 20012000
Year Franchised 20032000
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
San Francisco Oven Franchise
Pizza Depot Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    San Francisco Oven Franchise
    Pizza Depot 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
     
    San Francisco Oven Franchise
    Pizza Depot 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, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 100% 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
     
    San Francisco Oven Franchise
    Pizza Depot Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About San Francisco Oven

     San Francisco Oven™ offers franchise development opportunities in the following states: Alabama Florida Kentucky Minnesota New York South Carolina West Virginia Arkansas Georgia Louisiana Mississippi North Carolina Tennessee Wisconsin Connecticut Indiana Massachusetts Missouri Ohio Texas Delaware Iowa Michigan New Jersey Pennsylvania Virginia

    Each area developer is required to operate in a market area that will support a minimum of three (3) San Francisco Oven™ restaurants, and must commit to opening each restaurant within the territory no less frequently than one unit every 12-18 months. In certain markets some single units will be awarded.

    About Pizza Depot

    Pizza Depot specializes in take-out and delivery of pizza made from the freshest ingredients and top quality chicken wings. Our retailers follow the same strict guidelines when preparing any Pizza Depot product, thus guaranteeing consistent quality across all outlets.

    On our commitment to providing quality products, reasonable prices and outstanding service, we continue to grow across Canada.

    Pizza Depot is also an active member of the community we serve. Pizza Depot has sponsored the Indian Community Show at Canada’s Wonderland. The event was sold out by early afternoon, something that has happened only once before in the history of the Park.

    After such an exciting day, patrons were encouraged to visit Pizza Depot outlets. This was a record breaking day for sales at all of our retail locations.

    Your Pizza Depot franchise is a turnkey operation. Our expert team of professionals work full time scouting new locations. We are committed to finding ideal locations and we follow a proven formula when establishing a location. Innovative store design ensures that each location is aesthetically pleasing and comfortable. We are committed to the success of all our franchisees. We offer the skills and support needed for a successful business through our comprehensive training program.