Cabin Coffee Co. serves a variety of specialty coffees and baked goods, providing a cozy and welcoming atmosphere for coffee lovers.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
?
20
+
25%
25%
Franchise fee
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$40,000
Investment
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$350,000 - $2,000,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$826,000
+
n.a.
n.a.
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Cabin Coffee Co. was established in December 2002 by Brad and Angie Barber in Clear Lake, Iowa. The company’s headquarters remain at Clear Lake, IA. Seeing an opportunity to expand, the brand launched its franchise program in 2007, opening its first franchised shop in St. Charles, Minnesota, that November.
Known for its commitment to fresh coffee, Cabin Coffee Co. roasts its beans in-house at every location, guaranteeing top-notch flavor and quality. The menu goes beyond coffee, featuring blended beverages, pastries, sandwiches, salads, and soups to satisfy a wide range of tastes.
What truly sets Cabin Coffee Co. apart is its charming Western and Northwoods-inspired design, creating a warm and welcoming space for guests. Combined with a strong emphasis on community involvement and standout customer service, Cabin Coffee Co. delivers an experience that distinguishes it in the competitive coffee market.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Cabin Coffee Co. franchise is
$350,000 - $2,000,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise.
These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$40,000
Training Fee
$15,000
Committed Franchise Fee
$30,000 x (n-1)/2
Travel & Living Expenses While Training
$300-$1,000/person/day
Real Estate
$5,000-$500,000
Leasehold Improvements/Building
$75,000 – $500,000
New Construction/Remodel (if you own building)
$250,000 – $750,000
Equipment
$100,000 – $200,000
Point of Sale System
$15,000 – $30,000
Signs
$15,000-$50,000
Opening Inventory
$25,000-30,000
Advertising
$3,000-$10,000
Insurance
$5,000-$15,000
Additional Funds (Working Capital) (3-12 mo.)
$20,000-$35,000
Router Installation & Configuration
$2,500-$7,000
Construction Manager(s)
$10,000 – $17,500
Architectural/Engineering Fees
$15,000 – $65,000
Audio, Music, Video, Drive-thru Equipment
$10,000 – $30,000
Miscellaneous Costs
$2,500-$10,000
TOTAL INITIAL INVESTMENT
$350,000 – $2,000,000
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$40,000
Training Fee
$15,000
Committed Franchise Fee
$30,000 x (n-1)/2
Travel & Living Expenses While Training
$300-$1,000/person/day
Real Estate
$5,000-$500,000
Leasehold Improvements/Building
$75,000 – $500,000
New Construction/Remodel (if you own building)
$250,000 – $750,000
Equipment
$100,000 – $200,000
Point of Sale System
$15,000 – $30,000
Signs
$15,000-$50,000
Opening Inventory
$25,000-30,000
Advertising
$3,000-$10,000
Insurance
$5,000-$15,000
Additional Funds (Working Capital) (3-12 mo.)
$20,000-$35,000
Router Installation & Configuration
$2,500-$7,000
Construction Manager(s)
$10,000 – $17,500
Architectural/Engineering Fees
$15,000 – $65,000
Audio, Music, Video, Drive-thru Equipment
$10,000 – $30,000
Miscellaneous Costs
$2,500-$10,000
TOTAL INITIAL INVESTMENT
$350,000 – $2,000,000
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Cabin Coffee Co.'s 2023 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Cabin Coffee Co. had 22 total units in 2023, of which 20 were franchised-owned and 2 company-owned.
Cabin Coffee Co. provides a thorough training program to help franchisees successfully operate their coffee shops and maintain the brand’s standards. Here’s an overview of the key training components they offer:
Initial Training Program Franchisees and up to four key staff members attend a six-week training program at Cabin Coffee Co.’s headquarters in Clear Lake, Iowa. This program covers essential areas like operations, management, customer service, food preparation, and equipment use.
On-Site Training Cabin Coffee Co. sends a dedicated training team to the franchisee’s location for 10 days around the store’s opening. This hands-on support helps staff apply what they’ve learned in real-time, ensuring smooth operations during the critical launch phase.
Operations Manual and Ongoing Support Franchisees receive a detailed operations manual that serves as a day-to-day reference guide. Cabin Coffee Co. also provides ongoing coaching and assistance, including periodic visits and phone consultations, to help with continuous improvement.
Territory Protection
Cabin Coffee Co. offers territory protection to its franchisees, helping ensure that each location has a fair chance to succeed without facing competition from another Cabin Coffee Co. shop nearby. This protected territory is typically defined in the franchise agreement and is based on factors such as population density and geographic boundaries.
The goal is to give franchisees confidence that the brand will not place another unit too close to their location. While the size of the protected territory may vary depending on the market, Cabin Coffee Co. works closely with franchisees to determine reasonable and mutually beneficial boundaries.
Franchisees can rely on this protection as part of their investment security and long-term growth potential. However, it’s important for franchisees to understand that the territory protection generally applies only to traditional units and may not cover nontraditional locations like airports or universities.
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