Back Yard Burgers vs CRAVE Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Back Yard Burgers vs CRAVE including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Back Yard Burgers Franchise
CRAVE Franchise
Investment $465,000 - $1,680,000$157,900 - $453,500
Franchise Fee $35,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 5%6%
Advertising Fee 3%2%
Year Founded 19862018
Year Franchised 19882018
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $1K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Back Yard Burgers Franchise
CRAVE Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
    		• $100,000 Liquid Capital

    Financing Options
     
    Back Yard Burgers Franchise
    CRAVE Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Back Yard Burgers Franchise
    CRAVE Franchise
    Training -Ongoing Training Programs
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperativesReal Estate Assistance Marketing Assistance Operational Support Systems in Place
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations 60% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 35

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Back Yard Burgers Franchise
    CRAVE Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Back Yard Burgers

    What started as a premium quality burger sold in a grocery store in Cleveland, Mississippi in 1987 quickly caught fire. Lattimore "Lattie” Michael realized he had a recipe for success and thus opened the first Back Yard Burgers drive-thru restaurant. Customers flocked to it, eating up the fresh-grilled burgers, great conversation and the neighborly feel that reminded them of their backyard cookouts. A year later, Back Yard Burgers opened up in Tennessee and Florida. And the rest is delicious history.
    WHY BE A BACK YARD BURGERS FRANCHISEE?
    *Uniqueness - back yard flavor
    *A proven brand with a solid operating system
    *Growth free standing building
    *Unique development opportunities
    *Non universities, c-stores and professional sports
    *Strong positioning
    *Signature products
    *Persuasive, professional marketing
    *Operations support
    *Exclusive Territories

    About CRAVE

    Crave began in 2018 and are unique and trendy fast casual BBQ and Hot Dog Joints, that offer BBQ sandwiches and sliders along with 100% All Beef Hot Dogs, Brats and Sausages grilled to perfection. You can top it anyway you like, with our array of toppings and of course add one of our delicious sides, such as baked fries or coleslaw. Crave also features a Self Serve Beer Wall! Customers can choose from the many beer options, as well as wine and cider. As much or little as you choose, it’s up to YOU!