Garfield's Restaurant & Pub vs Shoeless Joe's Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Garfield's Restaurant & Pub vs Shoeless Joe's including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
Shoeless Joe's Franchise
Investment $1,200,000 - $1,960,000$750,000 - $1,000,000
Franchise Fee $30,000$45,000
Royalty Fee 4%5%-6%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19841985
Year Franchised 19871987
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
Shoeless Joe's Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
    Shoeless Joe's Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
    Shoeless Joe's 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, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 16% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 75

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

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
    Shoeless Joe's Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion NoNo

    Company Overviews

    About Garfield's Restaurant & Pub

    Vincent Orza and Jim Burke started Garfield's Restaurant as a small eatery in Oklahoma City in 1984. They've served burgers and sandwiches along with a wide selection of beers since opening day. Garfield's offers an all-American menu featuring the Lone Star Sizzling Pepper Steak and the Steakalada Platter with a chicken enchilada, chicken quesadillas, and a 9-ounce sirloin steak. Garfield's still serves a variety of beers, but has added to the drink menu a Perfect Margarita: a do-it-yourself beverage with a glass full of Cuervo Gold Tequila, Cointreau, Grand Marnier, sweet 'n' sour and lime juice. The company has been franchising since 1987.

    Garfield's Restaurant & Pub is the ultimate gathering spot where the only thing we love more than sports is FOOD. Our chef inspired menu offers a unique twist on traditional pub favorites.

    Garfield’s is a casual, family-friendly, full service restaurant and pub. From Garfield's great burgers and sandwiches, to steaks, ribs, pasta, and salads; our diverse menu has something for everyone. Garfield's offers a wide variety of beers and specialty drinks and our top-shelf PERFECT MARGARITA can't be beat!
    Garfield's - it's all about Great Times! and Great Tastes!

    About Shoeless Joe's

    Shoeless Joe's Restaurants are sports themed, casual dining restaurants throughout Ontario. Founded in 1985,  Classic Shoeless Joe's ambiance is a warm and cozy atmosphere with rich mahogany decor. There is one TV in each booth and everyone can view a TV from their seat. Decor is spiced with plenty of authentic sports memorabilia. Shoeless Joe's Sports Grills are the best place to watch the game! Great food, great service, great atmosphere! Sizes range from 4,000 sq.ft - 6,000 sq.ft.