About E & G Franchise
Erbert and Gerbert's Sandwich Shop is a quick service restaurant franchise featuring gourmet sandwiches and specialty soups available for on premises dining, pick up, drive through, and delivery.
The brand offers both traditional and non traditional location formats, with franchise fees of $30,000 for traditional locations and $5,000 for non traditional.
The company has been franchising since 1992.
E & G Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$194K
Average Investment
$327K
Maximum Investment
$460K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 (Traditional); $5,000 (Non-Traditional) | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Net Revenue (Traditional); 5% (Non-Traditional) of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Net Revenues (Traditional) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $193,820 – $460,270 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $194K–$460K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Net Revenue (Traditional); 5% (Non-Traditional)) and marketing fee (2% of Net Revenues (Traditional)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $50,000 | $145,000 |
| Lease Payment and Security Deposit | $4,000 | $14,000 |
| Training Travel | $1,500 | $4,200 |
| Insurance (3 months) | $2,000 | $3,500 |
| Opening Inventory | $3,000 | $10,000 |
| Uniforms, Small Wares, Supplies | $6,000 | $8,000 |
| Signage and Interior Decor | $10,000 | $18,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment | $40,000 | $150,000 |
| Computer Systems | $8,820 | $11,070 |
| Professional Services | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Architectural/Design | $8,500 | $16,500 |
| Licenses, Deposits, Permits | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Grand Opening | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $15,000 | $30,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 plus training fee per trainee |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 (Traditional); $2,500 (Non-Traditional) |
| Technology Fee | $100/month |
| Audit Fee | Costs of audit if underpaid 2%+ |
| Required Local Advertising | 2.5% of Net Revenues quarterly (Traditional) |
| Loyalty Program Fee | $130/month |
| Late Fee | $100 plus $100/week per delinquent item |
| Liquidated Damages | $100/day (manual) or $1,000/day (unauthorized products) |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Up to 15 days (Traditional); up to 5 days (Non-Traditional) |
| Classroom Training | 35 (Traditional); 14 (Non-Traditional) |
| On-the-Job Training | 106 (Traditional); 17 (Non-Traditional) |
| Training Location | Rochester MN, Eau Claire WI, or Certified Training Restaurant |
| Additional Training | On-site opening assistance up to 5 days at E&G's expense. Post-opening at $1,500/person. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Assigned Territory based on 3-5 minute service radius |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | 3-5 minute service radius around Franchised Location |
| Description | E&G will not establish or permit others to establish an E&G Restaurant within the Assigned Territory. E&G retains rights for other channels, Non-Traditional Locations outside territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years (Traditional); 5 years (Non-Traditional) |
| Renewal Term | Two additional 10-year (Traditional) or 5-year (Non-Traditional) terms |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 (Traditional); $2,500 (Non-Traditional) |
| Renewal Conditions | Sign then-current agreement; pay fee; in compliance; upgrade premises; sign release. |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 plus training fee per trainee |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor approval; transferee must qualify; right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | 10 days for monetary defaults; 30 days for most others; immediate for felony, fraud, abandonment, bankruptcy. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | 2 years within 10 miles of Franchised Location or any E&G Restaurant. Not applicable to Non-Traditional post-termination. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Must participate directly in operation. Manager must complete training and hold at least 5% interest (Traditional). Key Operator for Non-Traditional need not hold equity. |
| Required Suppliers | Must purchase certain foods, beverages, products, and computer systems from designated sources. 30-70% of startup and 25-35% of ongoing from approved suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Must meet E&G standards. May request alternative supplier approval. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Rebates 0.01-2.75% of franchisee purchases, ~25.5% of E&G's total 2021 revenue. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
E & G Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$639K
Median Revenue
$583K
Revenue Range
$303K – $1.8M
Sample Size
43 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
E & G Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordE & G has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
E & G System Growth
Total Units
72
Franchised
69
Company-Owned
3
E & G currently operates 69 franchised locations and 3 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 7 | 5 | 90 |
| 2020 | 1 | 17 | 73 |
| 2021 | 2 | 6 | 69 |
Transfers: 2 | Closures: 6
State Registrations
Registered in 15 states: CO, FL, IL, IN, IA, MI, MN, NE, NC, ND, OH, OR, SD, TX, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$3.3M
Net Income
$1.2M
Total Assets
$2.6M
Audited by Bauman Associates, Ltd. for year ending December 31.
E & G Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a E & G franchise ranges from $193,820 to $460,270, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $30,000 (Traditional); $5,000 (Non-Traditional). The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
E & G charges a royalty fee of 6% of Net Revenue (Traditional); 5% (Non-Traditional) of gross sales, plus a 2% of Net Revenues (Traditional) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the E & G Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from E & G to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, E & G franchise owners report average revenue of $639K and median revenue of $583K. This is based on a sample of 43 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
E & G has been franchising since 1992. The FDD shows an investment range of $193,820-$460,270, a 6% of Net Revenue (Traditional); 5% (Non-Traditional) royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $30,000 (Traditional); $5,000 (Non-Traditional) and the total investment ranges from $193,820 to $460,270 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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