Qargo Coffee is a specialty coffee franchise focused on premium beverages and a modern, inviting café atmosphere, aiming to deliver high-quality coffee experiences.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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2
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n.a.
n.a.
Franchise fee
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$50,000
Investment
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$155,000 - $299,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$0
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n.a.
n.a.
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Founded in May 2020, Qargo Coffee is a U.S.-based specialty coffee franchise that blends Italian tradition with modern café culture. Headquartered at 701 Brickell Avenue, Suite 1550, Miami, Florida, Qargo launched its first store—a kiosk in Tampa—in 2022.
The brand began franchising the same year, offering entrepreneurs a chance to operate coffee shops that serve premium Lavazza coffee and freshly baked Italian pastries.
Qargo Coffee sets itself apart by crafting community-inspired beverages and curating an exclusive menu of Italian pastries. Each location is designed as a welcoming space for meetings, work, or relaxation, staying true to the company’s mission to "empower the creators." The franchise also uses creative layouts, such as shipping container stores, to deliver a unique and memorable café experience.
Qargo Coffee continues to grow, committed to delivering a premium coffee experience rooted in Italian heritage. Its focus on community, creativity, and quality sets it apart in the competitive coffee franchise landscape.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Qargo Coffee franchise is $155,000 - $299,000. 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
Franchise Fee
$40,000
Marketing/Architectural and Design Development Support Fee
$10,000
Training Expenses
$2,500 – $5,000
Location Lease
$1,500 – $5,000
Leasehold Improvements
$25,000 – $75,000
Computer Hardware and Software
$7,500 – $20,000
Office Supplies
$500 – $1,000
Signage
$2,500 – $10,000
Furniture and Equipment
$25,000 – $50,000
Utilities
$150 – $500
Uniforms
$700 – $2,000
Inventory
$5,000 – $10,000
Grand Opening Advertising
$2,000 – $5,000
Insurance
$5,000 – $10,000
Licenses and Permits
$1,000 – $2,500
Legal and Accounting
$2,000 – $2,500
Dues and Subscriptions
$50 – $500
Additional Funds – First 3 Months
$25,000 – $50,000
Total
$155,400 – $299,000
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Franchise Fee
$40,000
Marketing/Architectural and Design Development Support Fee
$10,000
Training Expenses
$2,500 – $5,000
Location Lease
$1,500 – $5,000
Leasehold Improvements
$25,000 – $75,000
Computer Hardware and Software
$7,500 – $20,000
Office Supplies
$500 – $1,000
Signage
$2,500 – $10,000
Furniture and Equipment
$25,000 – $50,000
Utilities
$150 – $500
Uniforms
$700 – $2,000
Inventory
$5,000 – $10,000
Grand Opening Advertising
$2,000 – $5,000
Insurance
$5,000 – $10,000
Licenses and Permits
$1,000 – $2,500
Legal and Accounting
$2,000 – $2,500
Dues and Subscriptions
$50 – $500
Additional Funds – First 3 Months
$25,000 – $50,000
Total
$155,400 – $299,000
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Qargo Coffee's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Qargo Coffee had 2 total units in 2024, of which 2 were franchised-owned and 0 company-owned.
Qargo Coffee offers a structured training program to ensure franchisees and their Designated Managers are well-prepared to operate their outlets in line with brand standards. The training includes the following components:
Initial Training Program The initial training is mandatory for one Designated Manager and must be completed 60 days prior to the outlet's opening. It covers operational, administrative, marketing, customer service, record-keeping, and financial control topics. The program is held at Qargo Coffee’s headquarters, the franchisee’s location, or another designated site.
Phase 1 and Phase 2 Instruction Phase 1 includes both classroom and on-the-job training, with instruction in brewing, food prep, health and safety, inventory control, and POS systems. Some of this takes place at a Lavazza training center. Phase 2 is conducted at the franchisee’s outlet during opening to ensure operational readiness.
New Manager Training If a new Designated Manager is appointed after the opening, they must also complete the full initial training within 30 days. The franchisee bears all associated costs and may be required to pay a training fee.
Territory Protection
Qargo Coffee provides its franchisees with a designated “Territory” or Area of Primary Responsibility, which is mutually agreed upon and detailed in the franchise agreement. While this area defines where the franchisee can operate and market directly, it is not exclusive.
Franchisees may face competition from other Qargo Coffee locations, including company-owned outlets and other franchisees operating outside their assigned area. The franchisor retains broad rights within and outside the designated Territory.
This includes the ability to operate or license businesses under different trademarks or systems, even inside the Territory, and to distribute products through alternative channels such as online sales.
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