The Coffee Beanery vs Esquires Coffee House Franchise Comparison

With help from her husband, Julius, JoAnne Shaw decided to take a chance. In 1976 she opened The Coffee Beanery, a specialty coffee shop, in Dearborn, Michigan. The company began franchising in 1985. The Coffee Beanery offers streetfront café franchises, as well as locations in malls, airports, office buildings, hospitals and college campuses across the United States. In 1998 the company opened its first international location in Guam and now offers master franchises in China, Korea and the Middle East.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Traditional Store without Food Store Model ranges from $260,000 to $476,100, which includes $25,000 to $31,500 that must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliates.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Traditional Store with Food Store Model ranges from $260,000 to $496,100, which includes $25,000 to $31,500 that must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliates.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Kiosk Store Model ranges from $185,000 to $369,100, which includes $25,000 to $31,500 that must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliates.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Co-Branded Store Model ranges from $140,000 to $339,100, which includes $25,000 to $31,500 that must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliates.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Conversion Store Model ranges from $112,500 to $351,600, which includes $17,500 and $24,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliates.

Operating an Esquire Coffee House is a remarkable opportunity. The Esquires brand targets people looking for quality 100% Fair Trade coffee and a quality experience. Stores offer a relaxing environment where customers can read the latest international newspapers, have an informal meeting or watch the business news on plasma screen TV. Most outlets feature wi-fi 'hotspots' where people can log on to the internet from their own laptops and surf the web for free with any purchase. Depending on location, Esquires attracts business-people, shoppers, theatre-goers, tourists and other discerning customers. Each outlet uses locally-roasted Fair Trade coffee beans and the latest in barista technology which ensures coffee is ground fresh for every cup, thereby maximising freshness and flavour. Esquires’ food menu offers a wider selection than other cafes as food is brought in rather than prepared on-site. This means no kitchens, lower costs and fewer staff. Margins are therefore high.

We are proudly local cafes, part of every community that we sit within. Our teams walk the same streets you do, shop at the same shops, sit in the same parks, admire the same views. But we draw on our global best pour knowledge, to help us deliver the best cup of coffee in your neighbourhood.