Virginia Barbeque
At a Glance
Products & Services: Quick-service barbecue restaurant
Number of Locations: 16
Total Investment: $81.5K - 221.5K
Founded: 2000
Began Franchising: 2004
Private Owned
Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2011 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $81,500 - $221,500
Franchise Fee: $25,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $25,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $100,000
Liquid Cash Available: $30,000
Operations
Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6. Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (75% of current franchisees are owner/operators).| Financing Type | In-House | Third Party |
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How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 2 weeks. At franchisee's location: 1 week.
Ongoing Support: Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations,
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, National media, Regional advertising,