Bandana's Bar-B-Q vs Billy Sims BBQ Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Bandana's Bar-B-Q vs Billy Sims BBQ including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Bandana's Bar-B-Q Franchise
Billy Sims BBQ Franchise
Investment $418,000 - $1,100,000$174,200 - $446,100
Franchise Fee $40,000$30,000
Royalty Fee 5%6%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 1996-
Year Franchised 2004-
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Renewal Fee 50% of current franchise fee$2500


Business Experience Requirements

 
Bandana's Bar-B-Q Franchise
Billy Sims BBQ Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Bandana's Bar-B-Q Franchise
Billy Sims BBQ Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support

 
Bandana's Bar-B-Q Franchise
Billy Sims BBQ Franchise
Training * Available at headquarters: 5 weeks

* At franchisee's location: 10 days

* As needed

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Support * Newsletter

* Meetings

* Toll-free phone line

* Grand opening

* Internet

* Security/safety procedures

* Field operations/evaluations

* Purchasing cooperatives

* Ad slicks

* Regional advertising

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Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans

 
Bandana's Bar-B-Q Franchise
Billy Sims BBQ Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About Bandana's Bar-B-Q

The tradition began in September of 1996 when our first Bandana's BAR-B-Q opened in Arnold, Missouri. Our mission remains the same, to provide the best Southern Style BAR-B-Q, with exceptionally quick service, in a friendly, family atmosphere. Our real wood pit smokers operate 24 hours a day, which is why you can "SMELL THAT SMOKE" every time you come to Bandana's BAR-B-Q.

About Billy Sims BBQ

Billy Sims - former OU great and 1978 Heisman Trophy award winner is now offering Billy Sims BBQ franchises. The company is now ready to grow the brand in the US. This innovative quick casual dining experience is a proven success. Franchise support is our number one concern. Quality, consistancy and customer service is what drives our team. If you are ready to get in the draft check out our website for more details