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Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees Franchise

Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees is a specialty coffee franchise that has been serving premium coffee beverages and gourmet coffee beans since its founding in the 1970s. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the brand offers a welcoming cafe experience…

Total Investment
$328K$431K
Franchise Fee
N/A
Royalty Rate
N/A
Total Units
N/A
Franchising Since
N/A

🌻About Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees Franchise

Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees is a specialty coffee franchise that has been serving premium coffee beverages and gourmet coffee beans since its founding in the 1970s.

Based in Chicago, Illinois, the brand offers a welcoming cafe experience centered around high quality Arabica coffee, espresso drinks, flavored coffees, and complementary food items.

The franchise model focuses on creating an inviting retail environment where customers can enjoy freshly brewed specialty coffees and purchase whole bean and ground coffee for home brewing.

💰Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees Franchise Cost & Fees

Minimum Investment
$328K
Average Investment
$380K
Maximum Investment
$431K
Fee TypeAmountNotes
Initial Franchise FeeN/AOne-time payment upon signing
Royalty FeeN/AOngoing; paid monthly
Total Investment Range$327,919$431,344Includes build-out, inventory, working capital

The investment range of $328K–$431K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.

📋Investment Breakdown (Item 7)

ItemLowHigh
Initial Franchise Fee$30,000$30,000
Real Estate (Rent and Security Deposit)$7,000$12,000
Leasehold Improvements$140,000$174,300
Equipment, Furniture and Fixtures$82,000$105,000
Signage$8,000$10,000
Professional Design Fees$6,000$10,000
Point of Sale System$5,419$22,519
Initial Coffee Inventory$3,500$7,000
Other Initial Inventory and Supplies$4,500$5,775
Grand Opening Fee$10,000$10,000
Training Expenses$3,500$8,000
Miscellaneous Opening Costs$8,000$10,500
Additional Funds - 3 months$20,000$26,250

🏦Financing (Item 10)

DetailInformation
Financing AvailableNo
DescriptionNo specific financing arrangements disclosed.

📊Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees Franchise Earnings — Item 19

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Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.

Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.

Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees Litigation & Risk Flags

Clean Litigation RecordGloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD.
Bankruptcy History DisclosedA bankruptcy disclosure is present in this FDD.

Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.

📈Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees System Growth

Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0

Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.

Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees Franchise — FAQ

The total investment to open a Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees franchise ranges from $327,919 to $431,344, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $327,919-$431,344, a N/A royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is N/A and the total investment ranges from $327,919 to $431,344 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.

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Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees
Total Investment
$328K$431K
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise FeeN/A
RoyaltyN/A
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total UnitsN/A
Earnings Claim (Item 19)Yes
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryYes
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