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Caribou Coffee Development Company Franchise

Caribou Coffee is a specialty coffee franchise known for its warm, community oriented atmosphere and high quality beverages. With 46 franchise locations and flexible store formats including Chalet, Cabin, and Kiosk models, Caribou Coffee…

Total Investment
$722K$1.1M
Franchise Fee
$1,500 to $15,000
Royalty Rate
5% of Gross Sales Gross Sales
Total Units
46
Franchising Since
N/A

🌻About Caribou Coffee Development Company Franchise

Caribou Coffee is a specialty coffee franchise known for its warm, community oriented atmosphere and high quality beverages.

With 46 franchise locations and flexible store formats including Chalet, Cabin, and Kiosk models, Caribou Coffee offers entrepreneurs multiple ways to enter the thriving coffee industry.

The brand has built a devoted following by emphasizing ethically sourced beans and handcrafted drinks.

💰Caribou Coffee Development Company Franchise Cost & Fees

Minimum Investment
$722K
Average Investment
$934K
Maximum Investment
$1.1M
Fee TypeAmountNotes
Initial Franchise Fee$1,500 to $15,000One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee5% of Gross Sales of gross salesOngoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad FundCurrently, allocated as 2% to the Brand Fund and 1% to be spent by you on local National brand fund
Total Investment Range$722,100$1,146,300Includes build-out, inventory, working capital

The investment range of $722K–$1.1M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Currently, allocated as 2% to the Brand Fund and 1% to be spent by you on local ) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.

💵Additional Fees (Item 6)

Fee TypeAmount
Transfer FeeThe greater of $15,000 or 50% of our then-current initial franchise fee (or any
Renewal FeeCabin and Chalet: Greater of $15,000 or 50% of our then-current initial franchis

📊Caribou Coffee Development Company Franchise Earnings — Item 19

Average Revenue
$1.1M
Median Revenue
$1.1M
Revenue Range
$451K$1.1M

Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.

Caribou Coffee Development Company Litigation & Risk Flags

Clean Litigation RecordCaribou Coffee Development Company has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.

Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.

📈Caribou Coffee Development Company System Growth

Total Units
46
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
46

Caribou Coffee Development Company currently operates 0 franchised locations and 46 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.

Caribou Coffee Development Company Franchise — FAQ

The total investment to open a Caribou Coffee Development Company franchise ranges from $722,100 to $1,146,300, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $1,500 to $15,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Caribou Coffee Development Company charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Currently, allocated as 2% to the Brand Fund and 1% to be spent by you on local contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Caribou Coffee Development Company Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Caribou Coffee Development Company to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Caribou Coffee Development Company franchise owners report average revenue of $1.1M and median revenue of $1.1M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Caribou Coffee Development Company has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $722,100-$1,146,300, a 5% of Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $1,500 to $15,000 and the total investment ranges from $722,100 to $1,146,300 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.

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Caribou Coffee Development Company
Total Investment
$722K$1.1M
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$1,500 to $15,000
Royalty5% of Gross Sales
Marketing FeeCurrently, allocated as 2% to the Brand Fund and 1% to be spent by you on local
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units46
Earnings Claim (Item 19)Yes
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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