Auntie Anne's and Chopstix Noodle Bar are both UK franchise opportunities listed on Franchise Hunt. Auntie Anne's has the lower minimum investment at £50,000, compared with £150,000 for Chopstix Noodle Bar. Auntie Anne's is the older brand, established in 1988. Auntie Anne's operates the larger UK network with 2,000 outlets versus 150.
| Fact | Auntie Anne's | Chopstix Noodle Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum investment | £50,000 | £150,000 |
| Founded | 1988 | 2002 |
| UK outlets | 2000 | 150 |
| Training included | Yes | Yes |
| Financing | Third Party | Third Party |
Auntie Anne's is the cheaper franchise of the two, starting from £50,000 compared with £150,000 for Chopstix Noodle Bar. These are minimum investment figures; total project cost may be higher.
Auntie Anne's is the older brand, established in 1988, while Chopstix Noodle Bar was founded in 2002.
Auntie Anne's runs the larger UK network with 2,000 outlets compared with 150 for Chopstix Noodle Bar.
Auntie Anne's and Chopstix Noodle Bar both include training for new franchisees.
Auntie Anne's financing: Third Party. Chopstix Noodle Bar financing: Third Party. Contact each franchisor directly to confirm available funding support.
