AMATO'S vs Big Town Hero Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of AMATO'S vs Big Town Hero including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
AMATO'S Franchise
Big Town Hero Franchise
Investment $380,000 - $500,000$73,550 - $245,200
Franchise Fee $25,000$20,000
Royalty Fee 6%-
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Year Founded -1982
Year Franchised -1989
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Business Experience Requirements

 
AMATO'S Franchise
Big Town Hero Franchise
Experience Potential franchisees should be motivated, high-energy individuals who demonstrate a love and enthusiasm for the Amato's product and concept.-

Financing Options

 
AMATO'S Franchise
Big Town Hero Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support

 
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Training --
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Expansion Plans

 
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Big Town Hero Franchise
US Expansion --
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Company Overviews

About AMATO'S

In 1972, an Italian immigrant named Dominic Reali bought the Amato’s business after working at the original Portland shop for seven years. Dominic made his mark early, introducing his own blend of ingredients to the classic Real Italian Sandwich. You can say "grazie" to Dominic for the Greek olives, a zestier pickle and a new oil recipe on your sandwich. You can also thank him for turning Amato’s into a growing franchise that can now be enjoyed across state lines!

We’re a sandwich shop that proudly serves up authentic Italian eats -- just the way Giovanni did -- to your neighbors, best friends, co-workers, parents, grandparents, cousin Vinny, and you!

About Big Town Hero

Our story begins in 1981: Big Town Hero was then just a twinkle in the eye of a young college student. His idea: to provide a healthy, better-tasting alternative to fast-food restaurants - a sandwich shop that served great food with great service to match.

Our founder created his experience in the sandwich business in the college town of Corvallis, Oregon. His unique, fresh sandwiches on homemade bread were an immediate success, and the Big Town legend was born (Campus Hero back then).

Today, Big Town Hero is a culinary destination throughout the western United States; each store features an on-site bakery where we prepare our fabulous, famous bread efficiently from scratch daily. Our stores are growing as fast as our reputation: The Ultimate Sandwich is back and better than ever!

Through our growth and expansion, one thing will always remain unchanged - our unwavering commitment to fresh quality and legendary service.