2001
750
$200,000
$40,000
$797,000
No
Scooter’s Coffee is a rapidly growing drive-thru coffee franchise known for serving high-quality specialty coffee, real fruit smoothies, and fresh baked goods with fast and friendly service. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence, Scooter’s Coffee offers a proven business model that thrives in both small and large communities. Entrepreneurs looking to join a booming $100+ billion coffee industry will find a strong and supportive partner in Scooter’s Coffee.
Founded in 1998 in Bellevue, Nebraska, Scooter’s Coffee began as a single drive-thru coffeehouse. Since then, it has expanded nationwide, known for its signature Caramelicious® drinks and quick-service convenience. With more than two decades of franchising experience, Scooter’s has refined its systems to ensure consistency, brand integrity, and franchisee success across all locations. The company operates under the guiding principles of integrity, love, humility, and courage.
Scooter’s Coffee provides a robust support system to ensure franchisees succeed, including:
Comprehensive Initial Training (3-4 weeks)
Site Selection & Lease Negotiation Support
Store Design & Construction Assistance
Ongoing Field Support & Business Coaching
Marketing, Branding, and Local Store Promotion
Technology & POS Systems Training
Supply Chain & Vendor Relationships
Franchisees benefit from a turnkey system that helps manage operations efficiently and profitably.
Scooter’s Coffee seeks franchise partners who are:
Passionate about customer service and community involvement
Strong communicators and team builders
Motivated to follow a proven system
Willing to be hands-on or hire a strong management team
Financially capable of meeting the investment requirements
Multi-unit franchisees and experienced operators in the food service or QSR industry are encouraged to apply.
Franchise Fee: $40,000
Total Investment Range: $797,000 – $1,341,500
Minimum Liquid Capital Required: $200,000
Minimum Net Worth Required: $500,000
Royalty Fee: 6% of gross sales
Ad Fund Fee: 2% of gross sales
Franchise Units (as of 2024): Over 750 units nationwide
Franchising Since: 2001
Established: 1998
