85°C Bakery Cafe^®

Food & Beverage • Year: 2026

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What Is 85°C Bakery Cafe?

85°C Bakery Cafe is a bakery café concept that sells bread, cakes, coffee, tea and other specialty items. Franchisees operate year-round using a fast-casual/take-out service format to serve the general public and must develop and operate franchised bakery cafes under the 85°C system.

85°C Bakery Cafe Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchisor’s standout strength is a perfect 100 training and support score backed by 344 hours of initial training, while the biggest risk is that there are zero franchised units and a steep Item 7 startup range of $2.69M–$3.24M with reserve requirements of $250k–$350k and potential fees up to $1.3M.

Pros

The 100 training and support score, backed by 344 hours of initial training, is well above industry norms and shows the franchisor invests heavily in preparing new operators.

Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero franchisee-initiated judgments or settlements, and no government penalties are all well below typical levels, indicating a clean legal and regulatory record.

The franchisor operates 68 company-owned units, well above typical for Food & Beverage, which gives them direct operational experience and visible 'skin in the game' when refining systems.

Cons

There are zero franchised units (bottom 5% for Food & Beverage), meaning the system is essentially early-stage and you will have almost no franchisee peers to interview during due diligence.

The Item 7 estimated startup range is $2.69M–$3.24M, with reserve requirements of $250k–$350k and itemized fee possibilities up to $1.3M — all figures well above most Food & Beverage peers, so expect significantly higher upfront cash needs.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Territory Protection

49/100

NORMAL

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. The franchisor retains the right to develop additional units nearby, affecting market density, sell via e‑commerce and alternative channels, operate under different trademarks and in alternative retail venues, and make protection contingent on performance quotas.

Training & Support

100

Excellent

Comprehensive 344-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch assistance focused on operational readiness; travel and lodging expenses are the responsibility of the franchisee, and on-site support is provided for an additional fee.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a 85°C Bakery Cafe Franchise?

Opening a 85°C Bakery Cafe franchise requires a total initial investment of $2,690,400 to $3,240,400, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$2,690,400

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$3,240,400

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$300,000

Real Estate$920,000

Equipment & Assets$125,400

Reserves$250,000

Training$30,000

Other$1,065,000

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$1,300,000

Real Estate$1,250,000

Equipment & Assets$185,400

Reserves$350,000

Training$50,000

Other$105,000

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

85°C Bakery Cafe Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed

85°C Bakery Cafe did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information, which can make it harder for prospective owners to evaluate expected revenue before investing.

This franchise company did not publish these results.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a 85°C Bakery Cafe franchise?

The total initial investment for a 85°C Bakery Cafe franchise ranges from $2,690,400 to $3,240,400, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the 85°C Bakery Cafe initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for 85°C Bakery Cafe is $50,000, as stated in the 2026 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

Does 85°C Bakery Cafe disclose franchise revenue data?

85°C Bakery Cafe did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2026 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.

Does 85°C Bakery Cafe have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

85°C Bakery Cafe received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2026 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does 85°C Bakery Cafe offer exclusive franchise territories?

85°C Bakery Cafe received a territory protection score of 49 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does 85°C Bakery Cafe provide to new franchisees?

85°C Bakery Cafe received a training and support score of 100 out of 100. Comprehensive 344-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three staff members for launch.

How many 85°C Bakery Cafe franchise locations are there?

85°C Bakery Cafe had 68 total locations as of the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is 85°C Bakery Cafe?

85°C Bakery Cafe is a bakery café concept that sells bread, cakes, coffee, tea and other specialty items.

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