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Einstein Bros. Bagels vs Kolache Factory

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both Einstein Bros. Bagels and Kolache Factory are quick-service restaurants franchises. Einstein Bros. Bagels requires an investment of $555K – $1.0M while Kolache Factory requires $642K – $937K. In terms of revenue, Einstein Bros. Bagels reports higher average unit revenue at $1.1M. On SBA loan performance, Kolache Factory has a lower charge-off rate (13.0%) compared to Einstein Bros. Bagels (16.7%). FranchiseVerdict rates Einstein Bros. Bagels B (Above Average) and Kolache Factory A (Top Quintile).

Investment Range
$555K – $1.0M
$642K – $937K
Franchise Fee
$35K
$45K
Royalty Rate
5.0%
6.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$1.1M
$908K
SBA Charge-Off Rate
16.7% (20 loans)
13.0% (31 loans)
Total Units
415
60
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
2006
2000
FDD Year
2025
2025