Caribou Coffee

$CCRFF500 #501
CategoryFood: Quick-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryCoffee
Locations494
Franchisee Count10
Franchise Fee$30,000
Item 7 Low$898,100
Item 7 Midpoint$1,206,550
Item 7 High$1,515,000
Royalty Fees5% of Gross Sales
Ad / Brand Fund3%
Sold Not Open1
ParentCaribou Coffee Development Company, Inc.
Founded1992
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business34
Began Franchising2006
HQMinneapolis, MN
Executives5
LinksWeb
Main Phone(763) 592-2200
FDD IssuedApril 28, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 25, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2023 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 🔒
Franchisor

Caribou Coffee Development Company, Inc. grants franchises for coffeehouses under the "Caribou Coffee" name and marks, which sell coffees, teas, and other beverages and food products.

Franchisees must use specified computer systems, including POS systems, back-office systems, and must maintain a minimum of 5G wireless backup internet service; costs for required systems range from $1 to $36,000 depending on the type of Coffeehouse.

Caribou Coffee Development Company, Inc. grants franchises for coffeehouses under the "Caribou Coffee" name and marks, which sell coffees, teas, and other beverages and food products.

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