Fuddruckers vs The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Fuddruckers vs The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Fuddruckers Franchise
The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro Franchise
Investment $495,000 - $1,565,000$650,000 - $850,000
Franchise Fee $35,000$45,000
Royalty Fee 5%6%
Advertising Fee .25%2%-2.5%
Year Founded 19802001
Year Franchised 19832010
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee $25K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Fuddruckers Franchise
The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Fuddruckers Franchise
    The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro 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
     
    Fuddruckers Franchise
    The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro Franchise
    Training 6-week training program-
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing Regional advertising-
    Operations 53% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 40

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (99% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Fuddruckers Franchise
    The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Fuddruckers

    The first Fuddruckers opened in San Antonio, Texas in 1980 with a classic American nostalgia theme. Fuddruckers operates and franchises more than 200 restaurants in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada and the Middle East. The emphasis today is the same as it was in 1980 - we use only the freshest ingredients. Our restaurants serve only the freshest beef and feature on-premise bakeries where bread and dessert items are baked fresh daily. It's truly a "build-your-own meal" experience.

    About The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro

    Successful, profitable franchisees are the key to a winning system. The WORKS approach has been designed to build a network of strong and profitable franchisees. Our team is committed to working with you from Day One to develop your business and help you grow with us. When you become a WORKS Franchisee you become many things; a business owner, an employer, a community leader, a brand Ambassador, and most importantly you become part of a team. A team with a wealth of knowledge and expertise to help you succeed. We offer continuous support and professional guidance throughout the franchise process, from the development of your restaurant to opening day and beyond. We believe in the power of a great Brand. We believe in delivering a unique and consistent guest experience... one Burgerhead at a time. We believe in creating a fun, rewarding work environment for our team. We believe in supporting the communities where we are located. We believe that our success is dependent on making all of our partners successful. The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro is a very unique concept and we are very committed to finding the RIGHT franchisee for the brand. Not just anyone can purchase a WORKS but let's see if you are one of the lucky people who just may! To Download application go to http://www.worksburger.com/Franchising/FranchiseeApplication/tabid/106911/Default.aspx