Caribou Coffee
A retail coffee shop business featuring fresh roasted coffee beverages, coffee-based or caffeinated beverages, teas, baked goods, and related retail items for on-premises and carry-out consumption.
Your franchise match score
Food & Beverage
Brand highlights
- CEOJohn Butcher
- Headquarters3900 N Lakebreeze Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55429
- Year founded1992
- Year started franchising2004
- IndustryFood & Beverage
- Locations open446 (+43 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$249,100 - $1,146,300
- Franchise fee$30,000
- RoyaltyCabin and Chalet: 5% of Gross Sales, subject to a graduated royalty during the first two years. Kiosk: 6% of Gross Sales (4% of Gross Sales for Kiosks located in non-traditional airport facilities), and not subject to graduated royalty fee during the first two years.
- Brand fundCurrently, allocated as 2% to the Brand Fund and 1% to be spent by you on local marketing and promotion. We have the right to change this allocation upon notice.
- Required Liquid CapitalN/A
- Required Net WorthN/A
Learn more about the Food & Beverage industry:
The food and beverage industry offers diverse franchise opportunities, ranging from fast-casual dining to specialty cafes and food trucks. This sector is a resilient choice for entrepreneurs passionate about culinary trends and customer service.
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FDD insights
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2021-04-20
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| The Franchisor & Executives | Learn about Caribou Coffee, its parent company, and the executive leadership team responsible for operating and supporting the franchise system. | |
| Business Experience | Review the professional backgrounds and relevant business experience of Caribou Coffee's executives, directors, and key management personnel. | |
| Litigation | Understand any past or pending legal actions involving Caribou Coffee, its affiliates, or key personnel that may be relevant to prospective franchisees. | |
| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a Caribou Coffee franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information Caribou Coffee provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 446 |
| Franchise locations | 132 |
| Corporate locations | 316 |
System growth over time
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