The Original Italian Pie vs Caffe Sorrentino Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of The Original Italian Pie vs Caffe Sorrentino including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
The Original Italian Pie Franchise
Caffe Sorrentino Franchise
Investment $200,000 - $617,500$295,000 - $345,000
Franchise Fee $25,000$20,000
Royalty Fee 5%7%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19942005
Year Franchised 19952008
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
The Original Italian Pie Franchise
Caffe Sorrentino Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options

     
    The Original Italian Pie Franchise
    Caffe Sorrentino 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

     
    The Original Italian Pie Franchise
    Caffe Sorrentino Franchise
    Training Various programs-
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, 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: 30

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (75% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans

     
    The Original Italian Pie Franchise
    Caffe Sorrentino Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About The Original Italian Pie

    The Original Italian Pie has two models for franchising. Our Full Service model is 2500-4000 square feet with a start up cost range between $328K-$617.5K Our New The Original Italian Pie 2GO model is much smaller, requiring 1400-2000 square feet and a start up cost range between $200K-$275K. Here at "The Pie" we are currently seeking qualified individuals or groups to be a part of our growing franchise community

    About Caffe Sorrentino

    Caffe Sorrentino is an authentic Italian caffe that was inspired by the success of the Sorrentino's chain of restaurants which have been in operation for 30 years. Enjoy our authentic Italian coffee, panini, pasta, gelato and delicious pastries. We are now offering Franchise opportunities & Area Development opportunities across Canada.