Roy Rogers vs Black Bear Diners Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Roy Rogers vs Black Bear Diners including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Roy Rogers Franchise
Black Bear Diners Franchise
Investment $767,250 - $1,580,950$1,133,800 - $2,114,200
Franchise Fee $30,000$55,000
Royalty Fee 5%4.5%
Advertising Fee 3%1%
Year Founded 19681995
Year Franchised 20032002
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Roy Rogers Franchise
Black Bear Diners Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Roy Rogers Franchise
Black Bear Diners 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
 
Roy Rogers Franchise
Black Bear Diners Franchise
Training On-The-Job Training: 25 hours Classroom Training: 25 hours On-The-Job Training: 240 hours Additional Training: At certified training restaurants
Support Purchasing Co-ops Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing
Operations -Number of Employees Required to Run: 65

Expansion Plans
 
Roy Rogers Franchise
Black Bear Diners Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About Roy Rogers

Roy Rogers' restaurants provide a wide variety of appealing, prepared-to-order foods with quality and freshness that set a new standard in the quick service segment. For over 35 years Roy Rogers has been offering the 'Big Three' - hamburgers, chicken and roast beef. Our "Choose any side" option includes French fries, baked and mashed potatoes, fresh fruit cup, cole slaw, baked apples, tossed salad or baked beans. Our signature Fixin's Bar enables guests to dress their sandwich the way they like it without the need for a special order. Our signature freshness is made possible through our unwillingness to compromise on ingredients or technique...a difference our guests notice. There is no single factor that accounts for the powerful appeal of the Roy Rogers concept. Rather, it's a combination of many strategic, operational and promotional elements - all focused on the common goal of operational efficiency and total guest satisfaction that makes Roy Rogers so appealing as a restaurant and as a business opportunity.

WHY ROYS?: Widespread Appeal

At Roy Rogers Restaurants, there's something for everyone, as evident by the diversity of our guests. On any given day, Roy Rogers widespread appeal will see executives stopping in for a delicious breakfast or business lunch, friends meeting for a midday meal, families with young children, or senior citizens enjoying an evening out.

Fresh, Prepared-to-Order Products

Inviting, Comfortable Decor

Roy Rogers wants its guests to feel right at home. The informal Western decor of our restaurants is just right for family and casual dining, and personal attention and cleanliness are paramount among the high standards we set for our managers and associates.



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About Black Bear Diners

Black Bear Diner is proud of the training and support we provide to our franchisees. Through this we have earned the honor of being one of Franchise Business Review’s “Top 50 Franchisors” for two years. We have an experienced support team to make sure you and your staff are fully supported and well trained.

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#469 in Franchise 500 for 2020.