Bar-B-Cutie vs The Sawmill Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Bar-B-Cutie vs The Sawmill including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Bar-B-Cutie Franchise
The Sawmill Franchise
Investment $266,986 - $2,080,491$1,000,000
Franchise Fee $35,000$50,000
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee 2%-
Year Founded 19501976
Year Franchised 20032004
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $5K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Bar-B-Cutie Franchise
The Sawmill Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Bar-B-Cutie Franchise
    The Sawmill Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Bar-B-Cutie Franchise
    The Sawmill Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 250 hours Classroom Training: 50 hours -
    Support Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Site Selection -
    Marketing Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app -
    Operations 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 20

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Bar-B-Cutie Franchise
    The Sawmill Franchise
    US Expansion NoYes
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Bar-B-Cutie

    For over seven decades, Bar-B-Cutie SmokeHouse has been on an incredible journey. Having opened our first Bar-B-Cutie restaurant in Nashville in 1950, Bar-B-Cutie is certainly part of Nashville's history and is making history in other places like Georgia and Texas. In fact, South Texas hosts more Bar-B-Cutie locations than any other BBQ restaurant.Our track record of serving delicious Baby Back Ribs, Mouth Watering Grilled Mesquite Chicken and of course "The Worlds Best Barbecue Since 1950" speaks for itself.
    Bar-B-Cutie is in it's third and fourth generation of family ownership. After being in business successfully for over 50 years we are now offering opportunities to entrepreneurs who want to own and operate their own Bar-B-Cutie restaurant. We now are poised to grow our BRAND in the U.S. as well as Internationally. We know this because our food is great and our pricing is reasonable and when you put that in a clean and comfortable atmosphere coupled with superb service you have a winner. We truly care about our franchisees as well as our combined customers. We welcome you to take a closer look at our franchise opportunity. We have evolved into a more updated looking store but we always will keep the local community look and feel. We will continue to evolve as we along with our franchise family grows.

    Seeking new franchise units in Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Utah    
    Veteran Incentives  20% off franchise fee

    About The Sawmill

    Established in 1976, The Sawmill Prime Rib & Steak House serves the finest "AAA" Alberta Prime Rib and steaks coupled with Canada's finest Shrimp, Oyster and Salad Bar, the guarantee of delicious food and professional service has made these award winning restaurants a guest favourite. The elegant and inviting atmosphere features rich tapestry, warm wood finishes, intimate booths, tables or nooks in addition to group seating. These restaurants lead the industry as a premium steak house franchise.

    Sawmill Prime Rib & Steak House clientele expect the best and are willing to compensate with a higher than average guest cheque. This is an important consideration when comparing franchise options.

    We are 100% behind our Franchisees and totally committed to their success. Comprehensive training is provided and all details are addressed to ensure efficient operations in front and back of house.

    Our screening process is thorough and comprehensive to ensure that your experience and business acumen are the right fit to assure mutual success in years to come.