The New York Butcher Shoppe vs Sofi's Crepes Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of The New York Butcher Shoppe vs Sofi's Crepes including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise
Sofi's Crepes Franchise
Investment $385,500 - $500,500$106,033 - $254,500
Franchise Fee $35,000$30,000
Royalty Fee to 4%6%
Advertising Fee -2% local +1%Nat'l
Year Founded 1999-
Year Franchised 2003-
Term Of Agreement 10 years5 years+5+5+5
Term Of Agreement 10 years5 years+5+5+5
Renewal Fee 20% of fee-


Business Experience Requirements
 
The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise
Sofi's Crepes Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
    		• -

    Financing Options
     
    The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise
    Sofi's Crepes Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise
    Sofi's Crepes Franchise
    Training -The initial training covers all material aspects of the operations of a SOFI'S CREPES franchise and is comprised of classroom and on-the-job training.
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    		SOFI'S CREPES offers you the opportunity to operate a restaurant offering quickly prepared specialty crepes and a variety of other delicious European and internationally inspired foods and beverages in a pleasant and comfortable environment in which customers can see the crepes being made.

    Expansion Plans
     
    The New York Butcher Shoppe Franchise
    Sofi's Crepes Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About The New York Butcher Shoppe

    The New York Butcher Shoppe was founded in 1999 in Mt. Pleasant, SC. Since that time it has grown in popularity with customers and now has locations in South Carolina and Georgia with plans for new stores in additional states. The The New York Butcher Shoppe concept is founded on the principles of outstanding customer service and the highest quality product, in a clean and inviting atmosphere. Our line of hand cut steaks using Premium Angus Beef , prepared entrees, side dishes, salads and dips are always fresh and provide a unique shopping niche for our customers. We also offer fresh sausages, frozen pastas, vegetables, hard to find grocery items, and a top selection of fine wines and cheeses. The stores are able to operate well on small staffs in retail space from 1,100 - 1,600 square feet. Assistance with site selection is provided by us, as well as guidance through your opening and ongoing operations. As the owners of the Franchiser, we also operate stores and are hands on every day to build the brand and the system. Our commitment to successful franchisees is the same as our commitment to our customers and standards of operation. We will provide each franchisee:

    Initial investment for a store can run from $385,500-$500,500 depending on your lease, build out, and other factors.

    About Sofi's Crepes

    Delicious and versatile, crepes can be described as "the ultimate French comfort food." Perhaps this helps explain why the joy of crepes has spread across the Atlantic to America! Of equal consideration, today's customers are increasingly sophisticated and value-conscious, profiles that crepes answer to nicely. Additional trends shaping the restaurant industry are convenience, cuisines and favors, and healthful options. Crepes offer a healthy, reasonably priced, tasty alternative to "fast food," eliminating the need to sacrifice quality and nutrition to satisfy our love of fast and fresh.Sofi's Crepes support the "green" movement, which is growing in restaurants nationwide. In addition to global benefits, following "green" practices can help minimize costs and improve the bottom line. The creation of crepes consumes few production resources; a plus for our environment, a convenience for franchise operators, and a refection of our core beliefs.
    Among other wise practices, Sofi's recycles, uses predominantly fresh ingredients and sources from local vendors, whenever possible. The "green" concept resonates with customers as well; when diners who enjoy the food and wonderful service, find out a restaurant is also green, a loyal customer is born!
    In crafting the Sofi's concept, Ann did her homework, which included traveling to France to visit crepe shops and talk with their owners.
    The result is a fluid business system that serves as a blueprint for operating a Sofi's Crepes cafe. 
    When you are awarded a Sofi's Crepes franchise, you'll use this system to create a delightful cafe of your own!