Manchu Wok

Chinese fast food

Conceived and founded in 1980, Manchu Wok grew into a national chain across Canada and into the United States over the next nine years. Ownership changed in 1989, and expansion continued with a focus on the United States. Manchu Wok now has more than 185 stores, of which more than 70 percent are franchised.

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Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

How much does it cost to open a Manchu Wok Franchises?

Total Investment: $278,600-$774,900
Initial Franchise Fee: $30,000-$50,000
Royalty Fee: 7%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement: 5 years
Renewal Fee: $3K per year

How to contact Manchu Wok

Manchu Wok
85 Citizen Ct., #9
Markham, ON
L66 1A8

Phone: (905)946-7200
Fax: (905)946-8630

Website: Visit Website

Manchu Wok News

Waitress' 'Regular' Is Perfect Match For Her Kidney Transplant
Wait on people for a living, and you learn two things about life: You can't survive without the regulars. And the best tips never come in cash. Barbara Rector knew that even before this week - the best week of her life. She's 57 and has waited tables, on and off, since she was old enough... more

Manchu Wok Entered Into The 13th Annual Frankie Awards
This year Manchu WOK was entered into the 13th Annual Frankie Awards. The Frankies are presented by the Canadian Franchise Association to those franchises that have produced advertising that deserves a standing ovation. Manchu WOK was entered into four categories – Brochures, Direct Marketing, ... more

Happy New Year!
Farewell 2005, the year of the dog is upon us.... more

Cafe De Coral Holdings Limited And Ken Fowler Enterprises Limited Announce Agreement
Mr. Michael Y.K. Chan, Chairman of CAFE de CORAL Holdings Limited ("CDC"), Hong Kong's largest Chinese fast food chain, and Mr. Ken Fowler, Chairman & CEO of KEN FOWLER ENTERPRISES LIMITED (KFE), are pleased to announce that they have reached an agreement, upon which KFE agreed to sell ... more

Local Restaurant To Offer Three Days Of Free Food
Go big or go home! That's the motto of a local restaurant that plans to feed an entire town to celebrate its 25th anniversary. From Thursday July 21-Saturday July 23 Chinese food chain Manchu WOK will be giving away free meals for over 12 hours a day in their Newmarket location. "We turn... more
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Franchise History

When did the first Manchu Wok open? 1981
When did Manchu Wok start Franchising? 1989

Year U.S.A. Canada International Corporate

2004 87 68 0 24

2003 92 69 0 42

2002 84 66 0 33

2001 96 56 2 44

2000 96 54 2 46

Expansion Plans

International:

Financing Options

Expense In-House Third Party

Franchise Fee No No

Startup Costs No No

Equipment No No

Inventory No No

Accounts Receivable No No

Payroll No No

Third Party Financing Source(s): Erwin Franchise Capital

Training & Support

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives

Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising

Business Operations

20% of all franchisees own more than one unit
Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 12
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

Industry experience
General business experience
Marketing skills

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