Dreamy Donuts vs Mara's Cafe and Bakery Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Dreamy Donuts vs Mara's Cafe and Bakery including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Dreamy Donuts Franchise
Mara's Cafe and Bakery Franchise
Investment $300,000 - $400,000N/A
Franchise Fee $60,000$25,000
Royalty Fee 7%5%
Advertising Fee 3%2% local + 1% Nat'l
Year Founded -1984
Year Franchised -2004
Term Of Agreement -10 years
Term Of Agreement -10 years
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Dreamy Donuts Franchise
Mara's Cafe and Bakery Franchise
Experience Whilst experience in the food retail industry will be looked upon favourably, formal experience is not always necessary, as our comprehensive training program is designed to prepare you for running the business operation. What matters most to us; is that our franchisees share the same passion and enthusiasm for the Dreamy Donuts business that we do.We are seeking motivated owner-operators with solid restaurant operating experience to join our system. In exchange, we will provide the tools and training you need to run your own Mara�s Caf� & Bakery location. We do, of course, also expect that you have the right amount of capital to invest in the franchise.

Financing Options
 
Dreamy Donuts Franchise
Mara's Cafe and Bakery Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support
 
Dreamy Donuts Franchise
Mara's Cafe and Bakery Franchise
Training -Franchise owners and their key management staff will receive at least two weeks and up to three weeks of training, including both classroom and on-the-job training.
Support -Your team will receive five days of onsite help at your own location around the time of your grand opening. You will have access to all Mara's Caf� & Bakery trademarks, recipes and supply chains, and our unique operational procedures. And, we'll provide you with a copy of our confidential operations manual to help you run your caf� properly.
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
Dreamy Donuts Franchise
Mara's Cafe and Bakery Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About Dreamy Donuts

Since 2006, The Dreamy Donuts business is a premium donut and coffee franchise operation with stores in Australia and New Zealand and with a view to the world. We take pride in using the finest ingredients throughout our entire Dreamy Donuts range to make sure we are able to create what we consider to be the best tasting donuts possible. We also have our own premium Dreamy Donuts blend of coffee, delicious cold beverages and can provide donut cakes for special occasions. There are two things that we never compromise on; quality product and exceptional customer service standards. The Dreamy Donuts business has become a fast growing franchise in a relative short time. This is not surprising given the demand for our gourmet donut flavours, high quality product and dedication to great customer service. Our success can also be attributed to the hard work and dedication of the 'Dream Team', made up of our staff, our franchisees and their team members.
All Dreamy Donuts franchisees have access to a complete franchise system which comprises site selection, development, fit out and training combined with ongoing management, marketing, operational and other support. The future looks bright for the Dreamy Donuts business as we grow within Australia and overseas.
As of 2015, Dreamy Donuts had 15 stores throughout Australia and New Zealand.

About Mara's Cafe and Bakery

The concept behind Mara's Cafe & Bakery got its start in 1984 when Mara and Glenn's "mom and pop" business began offering customers the highest quality, delectable desserts made fresh in our own bakery and served with freshly roasted coffee. It was with the encouragement of our family and friends that we began creating delicious desserts from traditional family recipes and Glenn, a coffee perfectionist, distinguished a unique line of roasted coffee products. It wasn't long before we had customers coming in and out daily, requesting more of their favorite tasty treats and coffee beverages!

In 2004, sons Ian and Devan joined the family business with great plans of expansion. After nearly twenty years of establishing a reputation for serving up the best coffee and desserts in town, we knew it was time to expand not only our business, but our menu as well. The first Mara's Cafe & Bakery was opened in Denville, NJ. With the addition of sandwiches, salads, wraps, and more, this simple "mom and pop" concept quickly became a family-run business - and the dining destination of choice during all hours of the day. Customers from all over soon realized Mara's was the best place to enjoy a delicious meal in a cozy atmosphere and began asking for more locations within their own communities. Thus, the idea to franchise our concept was conceived - after all, we couldn't let our customers down!

Now is the time for you to take advantage of this incredible opportunity and bring our amazing concept to your home town. Discover how becoming a Mara's Cafe & Bakery franchise owner can be the greatest reward of your career - and possibly your life. With the help of our team of experts, our exclusive, award-winning recipes, and our time- tested business model, opening your own Mara's Cafe & Bakery could be as easy as.... pie!

We sincerely appreciate your interest in Mara's Cafe & Bakery, The Magley Family