Why Dunn Brothers Coffee is Different
In-store coffee roasting & community focus
Our coffee is roasted fresh in-store daily, guaranteeing the best quality in each cup we serve. Our coffee beans are single origin, meaning they come from a single place. When you buy a Dunn Brothers Coffee shop, you’ll not only learn how to roast coffee, you’ll also have an opportunity to visit and meet with the farmers in the countries from which we buy our beans.
Each coffee shop is intended to be reflective of the community in which it’s located. Every store showcases local landmarks with a vibrant look and feel specially designed to fit both the Dunn Brothers brand identity and the identity of the community. Supporting your community is a primary focus of the brand.
Coffee isn’t our only specialty. Our pastries, sandwiches and salads are all made in-house, further solidifying our dedication to quality and freshness.
OUR IDEAL FRANCHISEE
Owning a coffee shop is about more than creating a comfortable space for people to meet and relax. Here are the ins and outs of owning a Dunn Brothers Coffee shop.
Who are we looking for:
- Community-oriented: Similar to loving coffee, we want franchisees to love their communities and engage with their customers.
- Business Savvy: Having a background in business or prior experience in the industry can be a significant advantage.
- Dedication to the craft: Upholding our high standards for quality and service is crucial to being a member of the Dunn Brothers Coffee franchise network.
Financial Considerations
- Minimum Liquid Assets – $100,000
- Minimum Net Worth – $500,000
- Investment Range – $455,600 – $798,960
- Initial Franchise Fee – $40,000
OUR SUPPORT PACKAGE
We help you create a comprehensive business plan and support for getting the proper funding. We have relationships with third-party lenders who are already familiar with the Dunn Brothers Coffee business and will be able to give you targeted information and clear guidance.
We are also happy to help with financing options.
Our goal is to guide you through the process of understanding store-level economics so you can determine if this is the right business investment for you.
More details about how we support you are on the Training and Support page.
REAL ESTATE CONSIDERATIONS
Finding the perfect location is key to crafting a successful Dunn Brothers Coffee shop. Here’s what we look for in real estate to ensure every store becomes a go-to spot for the community:
- Urban or suburban locations
- 1,000–1,900 square-feet spaces
- On the morning-drive side of the street
- Strong visibility
- Ample parking with easy accessibility
- Minimum 20-foot storefront
- Mix of regional and national retail tenants (food and non-food)
- Average household income of $60,000+ in the area
- High day-time density and pedestrian traffic (15,000 cars a day minimum)
- Outdoor seating area is a plus
- Drive thru required unless in an urban setting, skyway or captive destination location
- Formats include:
- Traditional Endcap
- Urban Setting
- Skyway
- Captive Destination Location
- Drive Thru
If you have or know of a property in mind, let us know at [email protected]. We’re always on the lookout for great location space!
We are focusing growth along the I-35 Corridor with additional markets available across the country. If interested in opening a Dunn Brothers Coffee in a new market, you must commit to multi-unit development.
Still Interested?
Great! Here’s what happens next:
- Fill out the Request for Information form here.
- We’ll call you to learn more about your desire to own a coffee shop and establish that we’re a good fit for each other.
- Fill out the franchise application.
- Review the Franchise Disclosure Document and meet with existing franchise owners.
- Sign a franchise agreement.
- Begin training and site selection.
Ready for your next big step? Click below and let’s get started.
