Garfield's Restaurant & Pub vs Game Time Sport Grill Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
Game Time Sport Grill Franchise
Investment $1,200,000 - $1,960,000$10,000 - $50,000
Franchise Fee $30,000N/A
Royalty Fee 4%0
Advertising Fee -0
Year Founded 1984-
Year Franchised 1987-
Term Of Agreement 20 years5 years
Term Of Agreement 20 years5 years
Renewal Fee -0


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

    Training & Support
     
    Garfield's Restaurant & Pub Franchise
    Game Time Sport Grill 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
    Game Time Sport Grill Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion NoYes

    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 Game Time Sport Grill

    From America's favorite pizza to big, juicy gourmet burgers, Game Time Sports Grill has the ultimate menu selection and a great atmosphere that will keep your customers coming back again and again. Get in the game with a concept that works across a huge spectrum of venues, from fast casual dining in food courts, cafeterias, and casual grill environments to a quick and easy Grab 'n Go option. Our recipe is simple: Quality Products through Quality People. At Orion Food Systems, we have a great team that cares about creating the very best-tasting restaurant-quality food - in addition to providing boutique-level service. When you partner with us, you'll receive a nimble, customizable food service solution as well as all of the training, marketing, and 24-hour support you'll need to be successful. Contact us at 1-800-336-1320 to learn more about franchising opportunities for Game Time Sports Grill.