Ellianos Coffee

The Ellianos Coffee franchise was founded in 2002 and started franchising a year later. The concept for the franchise was conceived when Scott and Pam Stewart noticed the booming specialty coffee drive-thru industry in the Pacific Northwest. Fast forward to today, and the coffee franchise is readily available in about 35 states. It is now a dominant brand in the Southeast United States due to hard work and dedication to its motto: serve Italian Quality at America's pace. This award-winning franchise concept also incentivizes veterans to franchise with them with a 20% discount off the franchise fee. Look into investing in the Ellianos Coffee drive-thru franchise today. 

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Background

Coffee is one of the world's most beloved and important commodities. It is a billion dollar industry that adds countless jobs to the economy. If you want to cash in on this booming industry with an award-winning drive thru coffee franchise, then the Ellianos Coffee franchise could be for you. Founded in 2002, the concept for the franchise was conceived when Scott and Pam Stewart noticed the booming specialty coffee drive-thru industry in the Pacific Northwest. Fast forward to today, and the coffee franchise is readily available in about 35 states. It is now a dominant brand in the Southeast United States due to hard work and dedication to its motto: serve Italian Quality at America's Pace. The design of the drive thru franchise is attractive to franchise owners because it is a double-sided drive-thru design that allows for operational simplicity. 
Franchise owners can expect assistance with site selection and construction; a training program that will take place in Lake City, Florida, that will provide them with everything they need to know about running the business; and ongoing support and marketing assistance. Addiotnally,  prospective owners will get a sample Ellianos business plan, which can be tailored to your specific market and use to obtain financing and give you direction in the wonderful world of business ownership. This award-winning franchise concept also incentivizes veterans to franchise with them with a 20% discount off the franchise fee. The brand is a proud member of the International Franchise Association's (IFA) VetFran Program, which helps veterans find franchising opportunities. 

Company Details

Headquarters: Lake City, Florida
Founded: 2002
First franchise: 2003
# units: 20
International: No
Canada: No

Support and Training Offered By Ellianos Coffee

Franchise owners can expect assistance with site selection and construction; a training program that will take place in Lake City, Florida, that will provide them with everything they need to know about running the business; and ongoing support and marketing assistance. 

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Ellianos Coffee Franchise.

What does a Ellianos Coffee Franchise Cost?

Ellianos Coffee franchise fees for 2024:

Franchise fee $30,000.00
Development fee $15,000.00
Royalties 6% of net sales or $350 (Greater of the two)
We have 47 open and running locations.
Total investment $634,500 - $946,500 (does not include real estate costs)

Is Ellianos Coffee a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. Ellianos Coffee is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is Ellianos Coffee a Home Based franchise?

No. Ellianos Coffee is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Ellianos Coffee Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Ellianos Coffee franchisees make. Ellianos Coffee offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Does Ellianos Coffee Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Ellianos Coffee franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Is Ellianos Coffee Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Ellianos Coffee franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Ellianos Coffee Looking for International franchisees?

No. Ellianos Coffee franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Ellianos Coffee's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Coffee

Number of Units Open

20-50 UNITS

Cash Required

$100,000 - $250,000

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

Ellianos Coffee Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Ellianos Coffee franchises for sale. We may have Ellianos Coffee franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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