2006-10-25 06:10:42 · 9 answers · asked by ,,, 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Small Business
This is a business that requires capital and can hardly be started on a $5,000 budget. In fact, according to Bellissimo Coffee Infogroup, http://www.espresso101.com/coffee_faq.html you will need the following amounts to start your coffee shop business:
- Coffee Cart: Usual start-up cost is $20,000–$25,000 to open and stock.
- Kiosk: Depending on the size and what menu items are offered, it will usually cost between $50,000–$60,000.
- Coffee Drive-Thru: The cost of opening a drive-thru espresso business operation can vary dramatically, from the the very small units for less than $30,000 to anywhere between $80,000–$180,000 depending on how the shop looks.
- Sit Down: The cost of opening a sit-down coffee shop is comparable to the cost of opening an upscale drive-thru. Start-up costs for most 1200 sq. ft. coffee bars average $150,000 to $300,000.
You may want to read the following articles:
So, You Wanna Open a Coffee Shop http://www.restaurantreport.com/Departments/c_coffeeshop.html
EspressoBusiness.com (has a nice section on what to avoid in terms of coffee shop business) http://www.espressobusiness.com/
Links to various resources on starting a coffee business http://www.aboutcoffee.net/linkster/linkster.php?CID=9
Coffee Shop Sample Business Plan (free) http://www.referenceforbusiness.com/business-plans/Business-Plans-Volume-04/Coffee-House.html
For in-depth information, you may want to read the following books:
Complete Idiot's Guide to Starting and Running a Coffee Bar (The Complete Idiot's Guide)by Linda Formichelli http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0761516514/ref=nosim/powerhomebizguid
Start and Run a Coffee Bar (Start & Run a)by Tom Matzen, Marybeth Harrison http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0761516514/ref=nosim/powerhomebizguid
How to Open a Financially Successful Coffee, Espresso & Tea Shop by Elizabeth Godsmark http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0761516514/ref=nosim/powerhomebizguid
FabJob Guide to Become a Coffee House Owner (FabJob Guides)by Tom Hennessey http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0761516514/ref=nosim/powerhomebizguid
ESPRESSO! Starting and Running Your Own Specialty Coffee Business by Joe Monaghan and Julie Sheldon Huffaker http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/047112138X/ref=nosim/powerhomebizguid
2006-10-25 06:12:58 · answer #1 · answered by imisidro 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.
I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.
Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.
Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:
* Ultimate Guide to Specialty Retail: How to Start a Cart, Kiosk or Store -- by Patricia Norins
* Start and Run a Coffee Bar by Tom Matzen, Marybeth Harrison
* Coffee Basics: A Quick and Easy Guide by Kevin Knox
* How to Open a Financially Successful Coffee, Espresso & Tea Shop by Elizabeth Godsmark
* ESPRESSO! Starting and Running Your Own Specialty Coffee Business by Joe Monaghan
There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.
Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
2006-10-25 06:56:34 · answer #2 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Starting and running a sandwich- coffee bar
by Stephen miller
its pretty good,cost about £13 but worth it
2006-10-25 06:13:40 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
to start a coffee shop you need money and advertisement for it
2006-10-25 06:16:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No 18+ Depends How to hire emplyees and give them their training hire a chef if you're gonna make other stuff. and so on...
2016-05-22 13:06:07 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first buy some coffee
2006-10-25 06:20:18 · answer #6 · answered by tomzy33 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't know, but i honestly wish you the best of luck. it's something i want to do myself in a few years
2006-10-25 06:13:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put the kettle on?
2006-10-25 06:20:52 · answer #8 · answered by M M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
contact they sales advice they will take you thorough it
2006-10-25 06:12:14 · answer #9 · answered by emma s 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋