Second Cup vs Java Joe's Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Second Cup vs Java Joe's including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Second Cup Franchise
Java Joe's Franchise
Investment $300,000 - $500,000$200,000 - $350,000
Franchise Fee $25,000$25,000
Royalty Fee 7.5%-
Advertising Fee 2%-
Year Founded 19751991
Year Franchised 19751993
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Second Cup Franchise
Java Joe's Franchise
Experience Personality - You like making people feel good. You’re patient, understanding, easy to talk to and outgoing. Experience - You have at least 5 years of business management, retail or hospitality experience and a sound understanding of financials. Leadership - You can hire, train, organize and inspire a barista team to give their best efforts every day.-

Financing Options
 
Second Cup Franchise
Java Joe's Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support
 
Second Cup Franchise
Java Joe's Franchise
Training --
Support --
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
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Java Joe's Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion Yes-
International Expansion Yes-

Company Overviews

About Second Cup

Second Cup Coffee Co.™ is Canada’s largest specialty coffee retailer. From our humble beginnings in 1975 as a kiosk in a shopping mall, selling only whole bean coffee, we have continued towards our goal of being the Canadian specialty coffee brand of choice. For us, that means putting coffee at the core of business, focusing on quality, innovation and creating an individual experience for our customers.

In addition to coffee-based beverages, Second Cup cafés carry a variety of complimentary products, including fresh locally baked goods and Better For You smoothies. Recently, we’ve introduced Pinkberry® frozen yogurt into cafés across the country and Second Cup has the exclusive rights to this category in Canada.


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#49 in Canada's Top franchises.

About Java Joe's

Java Joe's was developed by Costa Kiriakopoulos, a true pioneer in the franchise industry, with over 40 years experience in the field. He has successfully opened over 60 franchise locations in the food industry. Costa, together with his son Alex, are continuing to put forth their experience and expertise in hopes of making Java Joe's a household name.

From the very beginning, Java Joe's menu has been crafted to satisfy our customers need for the very best coffee and food available in a cozy, stylish setting. Expertly crafted espresso, latte and cappuccino flow from the espresso bar. Scrumptious grilled panini, wraps, satisfying soups and fresh salads, fresh baked goods, beautifully blended smoothies and fresh pressed juices are what our customers enjoy every day at Java Joe's.
 
 
Java Joe's- operating gourmet cafes selling whole bean and fresh ground coffee, cappuccino, latte, espresso, gourmet teas, desserts, cold beverages, on-site baked products (muffins, cookies), fresh bagels, sandwiches, soups, salads, gift baskets and gift items relating to coffee & tea and home accents.