Rockin' Baja Lobster vs Panchero's Mexican Grill Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Rockin' Baja Lobster vs Panchero's Mexican Grill including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Rockin' Baja Lobster Franchise
Panchero's Mexican Grill Franchise
Investment $240,400 - $1,200,000$404,325 - $931,000
Franchise Fee $30,000$20,000 - $30,000
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19921992
Year Franchised 20041995
Term Of Agreement 10 years5 years
Term Of Agreement 10 years5 years
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Rockin' Baja Lobster Franchise
Panchero's Mexican Grill Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • * First and foremost, do you LOVE burritos? Like, really, really love them? In the platonic, brother/sister sort of way. * Do you have previous experience operating a restaurant? If you do, it's a plus. If you don't, that's perfectly okay too. * Do you like the sound of working with Pancheros to devise a market development plan? And then bringing that plan to living, breathing, burrito-moving life? * Do you have knowledge of the market in which you'll be operating? Wikipedia knowledge doesn't count. * Are you qualified financially? That is to say, do you have a net worth of $750,000? And is $250,000 of that liquid?


    Financing Options

     
    Rockin' Baja Lobster Franchise
    Panchero's Mexican Grill Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoNo/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/NoNo/Yes
    Equipment No/NoNo/Yes
    Inventory No/NoNo/Yes
    Receivables No/NoNo/No
    Payroll No/NoNo/No

    Training & Support

     
    Rockin' Baja Lobster Franchise
    Panchero's Mexican Grill Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 100%% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (75% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans

     
    Rockin' Baja Lobster Franchise
    Panchero's Mexican Grill Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesNo

    Company Overviews

    About Rockin' Baja Lobster

    NOW EXPANDING THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES! 44 Units in Development Act Now to Reserve Prime Territories Signature "Big Baja Bucket" and famous "Golden Sombrero Bucket" Rockin' Baja has been serving its customers their famous buckets brimming with shrimp and lobster wrapped in warm tortillas since 1983. Their Puerto Nuevo style of cooking where everything is flash fried and dusted with Mexican spices has quickly became a favorite among local residents and tourists alike. Rockin' Baja Support At A Glance: * Real Estate & Site Selection Support * Construction & Design * On-Site Restaurant Opening Support * Local Store Marketing & Promotions * Training & Operations Program * Franchisee Intranet

    About Panchero's Mexican Grill

    As a restaurant concept proven over 15 years, Panchero's Mexican Grill has embarked on an aggressive expansion plan. Franchise development is a major part of that plan. The Panchero's franchise system is backed by proven tools and support systems in the following areas:
    * Site Selection
    * Facility Design
    * Marketing and Promotion
    * Training
    * Ongoing Support
    Panchero's Franchise Corporation is offering franchise opportunities to a select group.
    In considering potential franchisees, Panchero's Franchise Corporation will consider:
    * Financial Qualification (minimum net worth $750,000; $250,000 liquid)
    * Previous restaurant operating experience
    * Your plan to develop a market and your ability to carry out that plan
    * Your knowledge of the trade area in which you will be operating
    Panchero's Franchise Corporation is looking for people who will be assets to the existing Panchero's franchise system.

    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Panchero's franchise ranges from $404,325 to $931,000. This includes the $31,800 to $32,500 that must be paid to the franchisor or affiliate. If you acquire development rights you must develop at least three Restaurants, and you will sign our Area Development Agreement. Upon signing, you will pay us a development fee equal to $25,000 for the first franchise and $10,000 for each additional franchise you commit to develop.