Virginia Barbeque vs Voo Doo BBQ & Grill Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Virginia Barbeque vs Voo Doo BBQ & Grill including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Virginia Barbeque Franchise
Voo Doo BBQ & Grill Franchise
Investment $81,500 - $221,500$340,500 - $625,000
Franchise Fee $15,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 6%5%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 20002002
Year Franchised 20042006
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Virginia Barbeque Franchise
Voo Doo BBQ & Grill Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Virginia Barbeque Franchise
    Voo Doo BBQ & Grill Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Virginia Barbeque Franchise
    Voo Doo BBQ & Grill Franchise
    Training -You and your key managers will participate in an intense training course for four to six weeks at our headquarters in Baton Rouge. During training you will be given our detailed manual that covers a wide array of topics key to operating your restaurant. Our store opening team will be on site with you several days before you open to help you set up your store and train your staff. We will stay with you for several days after you open to assist in the transition. As needed we will provide on-going training to intro- duce new operating methods and menu items.
    Support Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluationsOur field support team will periodically visit your store to meet with you and provide operational evaluations. Our CEO provides personal financial and performance consulting to each of our franchisees at least once a month. We go above and beyond to assist our franchisees with their success.
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Regional advertising-
    Operations 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6 - 6

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (75% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Virginia Barbeque Franchise
    Voo Doo BBQ & Grill Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Virginia Barbeque

    Richard Ivey, the founder of Virginia Barbeque, has been a Certified Executive Chef since 2003, with over 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry. Richard's goal was to create a business that would not only create his success, but create a business that he could share to help others do the same. His desire for "success larger than life" compelled him to create the Virginia Barbeque franchise system. Richard also wanted to create a lifestyle that worked for owners, staff and customers. Operational hours are generally from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Our model has been specifically designed to be family friendly to our customers and the franchise owner. Virginia Barbecue offers financial opportunity, freedom, and quality of life to those who desire success while offering a superior product to consumers.

    About Voo Doo BBQ & Grill

    Opened in New Orleans in 2002, VooDoo BBQ & Grill has been born out of the love of a great city and its' melting pot of culinary culture.VooDoo BBQ & Grill has taken the concept of the competition-style barbecue, with virtually unknown status in the New Orleans region, to one of the best known and well recognized restaurant brands in the area. The ultimate intention of Voodoo BBQ & Grill is to introduce our "New Orleans Style BBQ" and casual dining experience to different regions of the country through expansion with a commitment to food quality, atmosphere and service. Our VooDoo BBQ & Grill Team takes great pride in our outstanding product and we are committed to be the quality brand for barbecue with a reliable crew and fun food culture. Our commitment requires that we work closely with our franchisee. We are dedicated to providing our franchises with the training and support they will need to operate a VooDoo BBQ & Grill restaurant. This includes assistance with their advertising, supply ordering, and other operational needs. Please review the information in this listing and then contact us to discuss the details of owning a franchise with VooDoo BBQ & Grill. Thank you again for your interest in VooDoo BBQ & Grill!
     
    Veteran Incentives  10% off franchise fee