Erbert & Gerbert's Sandwich Shop is a unique quick-service restaurant franchise that has been serving bold and flavorful sandwiches since it was founded in 1988 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The franchise was established by Kevin Schippers, who named it after characters from bedtime stories his father told him, adding a personal and creative touch to the brand.
The first store opened in 1988, and by 2004, Erbert & Gerbert's began franchising, expanding its footprint across the Midwest.
The franchise distinguishes itself in the highly competitive sandwich industry by offering adventurous and unique sandwiches and soups that are unlike the typical fare found in other chains. With a focus on bold flavors and quality ingredients, Erbert & Gerbert's has carved out a niche that resonates with its target market.
Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Erbert & Gerbert's offers 2 types of franchises:
We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Erbert & Gerbert's Traditional Location franchise.
For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).
Erbert & Gerbert's Franchise offers a comprehensive training program designed to ensure franchisees are fully equipped to operate their sandwich shops successfully.
Erbert & Gerbert's franchise offers territory protection to its franchisees. This means that each franchisee is granted an exclusive geographic area where no other Erbert & Gerbert's franchise can operate.
This protection is designed to ensure that franchisees can maximize their market potential within their designated area without the concern of internal competition from other franchise locations.
The territory protection provided by Erbert & Gerbert's is a key part of their franchise agreement, offering franchisees the confidence to invest in and grow their business within a secure and defined market.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
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