Sonic Drive In vs Anoush Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Sonic Drive In vs Anoush including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Sonic Drive In Franchise
Anoush Franchise
Investment $1,242,000 - $3,523,300$160,000 - $200,000
Franchise Fee $45,000N/A
Royalty Fee 2.45-5%$1,500 flat + GST
Advertising Fee 3%-
Year Founded 1954-
Year Franchised 1959-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee 10 years for $6K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Sonic Drive In Franchise
Anoush Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • If no industry experience, must have an operating equity partner
    		• The ability to provide a hands-on management is an important part of your franchise qualifications. The individuals ambition, interpersonal skills and motivation are key factors in shaping the success of each store. It is important to have only successful Franchisees and business owners as a part of Anoush�s Team. We understand, that the success of Anoush is based on the success of each individual franchisee.

    Financing Options
     
    Sonic Drive In Franchise
    Anoush 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/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Sonic Drive In Franchise
    Anoush Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 400 hours Classroom Training: 24 hours Additional Training: At existing franchise location -
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Franchisee Intranet Platform -
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Email marketing Loyalty program/app -
    Operations International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 60% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 25

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed.

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Sonic Drive In Franchise
    Anoush Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Sonic Drive In

    Sonic Industries Inc. was founded in 1973. In 1974, Sonic acquired the name 'Sonic Drive-In' from Troy Smith, Sr., and began franchising. Smith used his more than 15 years of experience in the restaurant business to develop and operate the Sonic franchise program. A wholly owned subsidiary of Sonic Corp., the company is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and has locations throughout the United States. The company's storefronts recently got a facelift to give them a 'retro-futuristic' look.

    Your estimated initial investment necessary to begin operation of a Traditional Sonic Drive-In franchise ranges from approximately $1,242,200 to $3,537,700 plus land costs and includes the $45,000 franchise fee that must be paid to Sonic.
    Your estimated initial investment necessary to begin operation of a Non-Traditional Sonic franchise ranges from approximately $361,900 to $978,700 and includes the $22,500 franchise fee that must be paid to Sonic.

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    About Anoush

    Anoush is a fast take-out food concept offering unique Middle Eastern cuisine. The dishes are authentic and cater to a wide variety of fast take-out food consumers looking for a healthy, nutritious alternative. The concept offers a variety a meal combinations and set menu pricing - a choice of meat or chicken Shawarma , served with a choice of Rice, Potato and salad. Side order dish contains authentic ingredients imported from Middle East, prepared with and without mainstays like chicken or beef. Anoush offers a "turn-key" operation. A training program is in place which will cover all aspects of the business. The Team at Anoush understands the needs of a business to run successfully and profitably. Anoush is designed to be simple and easy to operate.
    As an Anoush Franchisee - Are you looking for a chance to operate you own business and a chance at financial success? Anoush offers you the best of both worlds and then financial security to build your future and success.