THE bagel BAR vs Smallcakes A Cupcakery Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of THE bagel BAR vs Smallcakes A Cupcakery including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
THE bagel BAR Franchise
Smallcakes A Cupcakery Franchise
Investment $240,000 - $320,000$70,000 - $120,000
Franchise Fee $32,000$30,000
Royalty Fee 5%3%
Advertising Fee 2%-
Year Founded 20022008
Year Franchised 20022008
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Business Experience Requirements

 
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Financing Options

 
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  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support

 
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Marketing -Beautiful Brands will have available for the franchisees a complete Grand Opening and on going Local Store Marketing program.
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Expansion Plans

 
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Company Overviews

About THE bagel BAR

The Bagel Bar franchise is a wholly owned Irish company which operates company owned and franchised stores. To ensure the highest quality product, The Bagel Bar operates an import and distribution company to supply authentic kosher bagels from the foremost bagel producer in England and have subsequently secured exclusive rights to supply the Irish market. We are now one of the largest importers and distributors of bagels in Ireland and currently supply 40% of the coffee houses/cafe's and many hotels around the Dublin area.
The Bagel Bar has the largest selection / range of flavoured bagels in the Republic of Ireland (24 flavours in total). The basic concept of The Bagel Bar is to offer a more sophisticated coffee/sandwich alternative, where people can enjoy excellent quality food in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. We pride ourselves on our customer service and have built a reputation as an eatery that offers a varied menu with excellent standards. Lately our work in developing the business has been recognized by The Irish Franchise Association, winning "Franchise Person of the Year" (Ray Cowzer) in 2004 followed by "Best Emerging Franchise" in 2005.

Our International development and growth includes Master Franchise Brand Partners in the following countries and/or regions;

  • United Arab Emirates
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Kuwait
  • Qatar
  • Azerbaijan
  • Ireland

We are currently in negotiation to further expand the brand in the following countries and/or regions;

  • Egypt
  • Lebanon
  • Libya
  • Iraq
  • Iran
  • Jordan
  • Oman
  • Yemen
  • Peru
  • Bolivia
  • Kazakhstan
  • Armenia
  • India
  • Germany
  • Switzerland
  • Austria
  • Sweden
  • United Kingdom
  • USA (Orange County, Dallas �" Texas)
  • Australia
  • Mauritius

We continue to grow and evolve the brand incorporating our signature range of products and some local and cultural recipes in our new and additional products. Our global commitment is to work with and invest in brand partners of the highest quality and caliber, which will enable the brand to continue and maintain our high levels of quality products and customer service.

About Smallcakes A Cupcakery

Open your very own Smallcakes neighborhood Cupcakery. As Seen on the Food Network and The View The franchise system includes: A. Owning and operating an assigned Smallcakes, use of the brand name, trademarks, recipes, operational systems and methods, and decor. Additionally, you will receive support in these specific areas:
 * Facility planning on site location and architectural design
* Specifications for fixtures, equipment, and leasehold improvements
* Assistance in site selection and lease negotiation
* Corporate training for Owner/Operator and Director of Operations/General Managers
* Kitchen/ Back of the House Workflow design
* Ongoing support from members of the Training and Operations Team
* Ongoing updates for increasing profitability
* Products with high industry demand
* Efficiency in all systems
* Favorable national contracts with suppliers of goods and services

* Operating manuals, policies, procedures, and business management systems
 
We specialize in freshly baked gourmet cupcakes and small batch cupcake-infused ice cream. We go above and beyond to ensure our desserts are the best.