Country Style vs Presse Cafe Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Country Style vs Presse Cafe including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Country Style Franchise
Presse Cafe Franchise
Investment $230,000 - $360,000$200,000 - $400,000
Franchise Fee $35,000$35,000
Royalty Fee --
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19621996
Year Franchised 19631996
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Country Style Franchise
Presse Cafe Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Country Style Franchise
Presse Cafe Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support
 
Country Style Franchise
Presse Cafe Franchise
Training --
Support --
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
Country Style Franchise
Presse Cafe Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion NoYes

Company Overviews

About Country Style

Country Style Food Services, Inc., formerly Country Style Donuts, is a fast/casual chain of coffee shops operating primarily in the Canadian province of Ontario, which serves oatmeal, soup, sandwiches, salads, and coffee.

The estimated total investment of a "turnkey” traditional Country Style Franchise representing a typical 2,000 to 2,400 square foot full production, free-standing unit with a drive thru is approximately $325,000 to $360,000; typical 875 to 1,000 square foot limited production free-standing unit drive thru only is approximately $280,000 to $300,000; a typical 1,000 to 1,500 square foot limited production in-line unit is approximately $280,000 to $312,000; and a typical 500 to 700 square foot limited production mall unit is approximately $230,000 to $250,000. The total investment will vary, depending on the size and condition of the premises, among other factors.

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About Presse Cafe

Are you dynamic and ambitious? Have you been dreaming of managing your own business, enjoying an interesting income and the advantages of being an entrepreneur? Presse Cafe undoubtedly offers you the opportunity to do so. Here is a brief overview of what acquiring a Presse Cafe means in terms of investment, value and support: * Average cost of a Presse Cafe franchise: between $200,000 and $400,000 * Minimum investment required: 35% of the project's cost * Franchise fee: $35,000 * Detail of the Franchise Fee: * The right to use the Presse Cafe name and logo * Assistance with the site selection * Assistance with the lease negotiations * Preparation of a personalized business plan * Assistance with the financial procedures * Preparation of legal documents * Assistance with the elaboration of the accommodation plan * Equipment order * Training of the franchisee and his team on sales, management, and operational methods pertaining to the exploitation of the Presse Cafe branch. * Promotional plan and assistance with the opening of the branch. * Assistance and presence during the first weeks of operations. If you have other questions or if you wish to schedule an appointment with us to discuss business opportunities offered by Les Cafes V.P., please do not hesitate contacting Mr. Rene Rivard by email at [email protected] or by phone at 1 888 395 2354 extension 229. Do not forget to leave your name and address. He will be more than glad to assist you and to answer to all your questions.