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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe

Bagels, baked goods, deli items, sandwiches

Investment

$378,000

Initial Franchise Fee

$25,000

Units

5

Growth Rate

+25.0%

Overview About Investment Territories Support Operations Ranking History

Overview

Industry Food
Founded 1990
Franchising Since 1992
Parent Company Between Rounds Franchise Corp.
Leadership Jerry Puiia, President
# of Employees at HQ 3

Units and Growth Chart

About Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe may be an excellent bakery cafe and bagel shop where hungry customers can feed on fresh, baked-onsite dishes. Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe also serves specialty coffees and a unique line of giftware.

When the store first started in Connecticut, it was named the Bagel Stop. In 1992, the business began to franchise. It was then that the company’s name was changed to Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe. 

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe is seeking to add more franchisees to its repertoire.

Why You May Want to Start a Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe Franchise

Since 1992, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe has begun franchising to help them own and grow in more defined and protected areas. This strategy has allowed Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe franchisees to maximize efficiencies in labor, food, and energy costs while creating an avenue for success.

Opening a Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe franchise could have more predictable outcomes than investing in a newer brand that may struggle to thrive in an already crowded and competitive industry.

What Might Make a Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe Franchise a Good Choice?

Being a Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe franchisee means that you may gain the appeal of a locally-owned store in which your community members can gather and share delicious meals ranging from deli-style sandwiches to soups and salads.

To be part of the Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe team, you should make sure you're financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include advertising, royalty, and potential renewal fees. Franchisees will also need to meet the company's set net worth and liquid capital requirements.

How to Open a Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe Franchise

As is the case with any other franchise opportunity, you need to research Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe franchises to ensure that yours will do well in your community. While healthy competition is often a good thing, too much of it can inhibit your Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe’s location growth. Due diligence is also essential before making any commitments or signing any documents. You may want to speak to current franchisees of Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe to get a clearer picture of a franchisee's expectations. 

A typical franchise agreement with Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe runs for ten years. Franchisees may be allowed to renew their contract if they meet Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe's requirements.

If awarded a franchise, franchisees may receive support from the Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe brand throughout the franchising process. In addition to pre-opening training, franchisees could receive support through brand awareness, marketing, research, and construction. Franchisees may also receive hands-on training and continued support after opening their franchise location.

It may be a good idea to speak with an attorney or financial advisor to ensure if you have the necessary financial resources to own and operate a Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe franchise.

Investment Details

Initial Franchise Fee $25,000
Initial Investment $378,000 - $525,000
Net Worth Requirement $100,000
Cash Requirement $50,000
Royalty Fee Varies
Ad Royalty Fee 2%
Technology Fee $300
Term of Agreement 10 years
Is Franchise Term Renewable? Yes
Financing Third Party
Veterans Incentive 50% off franchise fee

Available Territories

Franchising opportunities available in the following regions

Training & Support Programs

Comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed

Training

On the Job Training 108 hours
Classroom Training 10 hours

Ongoing Support

Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Lease Negotiation
Field Operations
Site Selection
Proprietary Software
Franchisee Intranet Platform

Marketing Support

Ad Templates
Regional Advertising
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing
Loyalty Program/App

Operations & Requirements

Key operational details and requirements for running this franchise

Is absentee ownership allowed? No
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit? No
Can this franchise be run part time? No
# of employees required to run 8
Are exclusive territories available? Yes

Ranking History

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Cafe performance in the Franchise rankings over recent years

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Updated: December 12th, 2022