IHOP vs Ben & Florentine Restaurants Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of IHOP vs Ben & Florentine Restaurants including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
IHOP Franchise
Ben & Florentine Restaurants Franchise
Investment $414,866 - $3,374,043$619,650 - $817,800
Franchise Fee $40,000 - $50,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 4.5%6%
Advertising Fee 3.5%-
Year Founded 19582008
Year Franchised 19602008
Term Of Agreement --
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Business Experience Requirements
 
IHOP Franchise
Ben & Florentine Restaurants Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
IHOP Franchise
Ben & Florentine Restaurants Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support
 
IHOP Franchise
Ben & Florentine Restaurants Franchise
Training -

* The owner/operator follows six (6) weeks of training. (Theoretical & Practical) * Grand opening training & assistance for two (2) weeks

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Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
IHOP Franchise
Ben & Florentine Restaurants Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion -Yes
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About IHOP

The IHOP restaurant chain has been serving a wide variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner selections for more than 57 years. IHOP enjoys a rich heritage and almost universal awareness. Our brand has been built upon the strenght of our franchisees, vendors partners and dedicated employees. IHOP restaurants are franchised and operate by Glendale, California based IHOP Corp. There are over 1,280 IHOP restaurants in the U.S. and Canada.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of an IHOP franchise at a non-traditional venue is as follows:
  • Full-Service Program: $693,266 to $3,374,043
  • IHOP Limited-Service Program: $414,866 to $1,427,418
This includes Initial Fees of $39,000 to $79,480 per Full-Service Restaurant and $23,500 to $48,480 per IHOP Limited-Service Restaurant to be developed which must be paid to the Franchisor or an IHOP Affiliate.

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About Ben & Florentine Restaurants

DO IT RIGHT, DO IT DELICIOUS, DO IT THE "BEN & FLORENTINE" WAY The Canadian and American markets are full of new openings and business opportunities. Ben & Florentine Restaurants Inc. aims to develop its territory strategically with restaurants of a high caliber. The Franchisees of Ben & Florentine benefit from a turnkey concept with a well established team. Our services include market studies, site-selection, lease negotiations, architectural design, interior decoration, marketing and promotional support and ongoing training.