Gloria Jean's Coffees
Food & Beverage · Coffee & Beverage
- Active units
- 37
- Royalty
- 6.0%
Franchised, year-end 2024
of weekly Net Sales
About Gloria Jean's Coffees
Gloria Jean's Coffees is a renowned brand that offers a delightful coffee experience. With multiple locations around the world, including Australia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, and more, Gloria Jean's is dedicated to providing exceptional coffee and excellent service. Their menu features an extensive range of high-quality coffee blends, including classic favorites and unique flavors. Indulge in their delicious espresso-based beverages, smooth and creamy chiller drinks, and refreshing teas. To complement your drink of choice, Gloria Jean's also offers a selection of delectable toasties and Toastini's, perfect for a quick bite or a satisfying meal. With a vibrant and inviting atmosphere, Gloria Jean's is the ultimate destination to relax, catch up with friends, or simply enjoy a moment to yourself. Whether you prefer the rich aroma of a classic brew or crave an innovative flavor experience, Gloria Jean's Coffees is the perfect place to satisfy your coffee cravings. Join their Rewards Club for exclusive perks and stay connected with them on Facebook and Instagram for updates and promotions. Experience the warmth and taste of Gloria Jean's Coffees today, and discover why they are a favorite among coffee enthusiasts worldwide.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$30k
- Brand fund
2.0% of Net Sales
- Footprint
1,000 – 1,200 sq ft
- Area Development Agreement
$40k
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2025 filing).
Growth
- Total locations37
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings—
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate—
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR—
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio—
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate—
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment$423k
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
↓ Lower is better - Time to open—
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
- Royalty rate6.0%
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
↓ Lower is better - Sales-to-investment ratio—
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.