Dagwood's Sandwich Shop vs Apple Spice Junction Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Dagwood's Sandwich Shop vs Apple Spice Junction including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Dagwood's Sandwich Shop Franchise
Apple Spice Junction Franchise
Investment $200,000 - $250,000$280,000 - $500,000
Franchise Fee $20,000$37,500
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee 2%-
Year Founded 20061988
Year Franchised 20062002
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Dagwood's Sandwich Shop Franchise
Apple Spice Junction Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Dagwood's Sandwich Shop Franchise
Apple Spice Junction Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support

 
Dagwood's Sandwich Shop Franchise
Apple Spice Junction Franchise
Training --
Support --
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans

 
Dagwood's Sandwich Shop Franchise
Apple Spice Junction Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About Dagwood's Sandwich Shop

Dagwood's Sandwich Shoppes LLC, a privately owned restaurant franchise company headquartered in Clearwater, Fla. and New Orleans, is the brainchild of "Blondie" comic strip creator Dean Young and longtime restaurant franchise executive and author Lamar Berry. Organized in 2006, it sells exclusive market partner territories representing 40 - 75 individual restaurant franchise units. Dagwood's Sandwich Shoppes have the fun, entertaining and universal appeal of the comic strip and, like the strip, they will offer guests the opportunity to suspend disbelief and step into a fun, wholesome, comic strip world. Dagwood's will feature more than 30 delicious sandwiches on the menu including Dagwood's Signature Sandwiches - plus soups and salads - made from the world's tastiest meats, unique breads and distinctive condiments.

About Apple Spice Junction

The bakery-cafe segment of the restaurant industry is the fastest and strongest growing segment today. And, with limited competition. Open a classic American eatery to your neighborhood offering creative, savory and healthy options all day long. Designed as a gathering place - whether it’s to catch up with friends over a great cup of coffee, hold an informal business meeting, dine as a family, or a place for the team to celebrate after the game. Apple Spice Cafe & Bakery will become your community’s place to dine in or grab and go!