Foxtail Coffee Co.®
What Is Foxtail Coffee Co.?
Foxtail Coffee Co. is a premium retail coffee franchise offering coffee-focused beverages, food products, and branded retail items. Franchisees operate Foxtail Coffee Co. outlets and may elect optional add-on programs at signing, including Kelly's Ice Cream Counter, a Gelato Counter, a Bagel Program, and a Coffee Truck/Trailer. The FDD identifies primary revenue sources as sales of coffee beverages, food items, and branded retail merchandise, with additional revenue potential from the optional ice cream, gelato, bagel and mobile coffee truck programs.
Foxtail Coffee Co. Franchise: Pros and Cons
A major strength is the franchisor's clean legal record — zero disclosed lawsuits and zero franchisor-initiated enforcement actions — which lowers litigation and compliance risk; however, a significant risk is the heavy company ownership of 26 units (in the top 10% of systems), suggesting the franchisor may prioritize corporate growth over franchisee support.
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Lawsuits & Legal Risk
The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.
Territory Protection
Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. The franchisor retains rights to sell via e-commerce and other distribution channels, operate alternative venues and retail, use different trademarks, develop nearby units, and acquire or convert locations—affecting market density and site-specific rights.
Training & Support
The brand provides a robust 120-hour training curriculum designed to prepare four initial staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch assistance as operational readiness support; travel and lodging expenses are the responsibility of the franchisee, and on-site support may incur additional fees.
Unit Growth Analysis
This franchise grew from 42 units in 2023 to 62 in 2024 (+20 units, +47.6%) and to 78 in 2025 (+16 units, +25.8%), so it is expanding strongly but with a decelerating growth rate. For investors, the net +36 units over two years signals healthy scale-up, but the year-over-year percentage growth dropped by 21.8 percentage points (47.6% → 25.8%) and net additions fell by 4 units, indicating slowing momentum that merits investigation into market saturation or operational limits.
How Much Does It Cost to Open a Foxtail Coffee Co. Franchise?
Opening a Foxtail Coffee Co. franchise requires a total initial investment of $307,000 to $615,000, according to the 2025 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.
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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.
Foxtail Coffee Co. Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed
Foxtail Coffee Co. did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Foxtail Coffee Co. franchise?
The total initial investment for a Foxtail Coffee Co. franchise ranges from $307,000 to $615,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.
What is the Foxtail Coffee Co. initial franchise fee?
The initial franchise fee for Foxtail Coffee Co. is $40,000, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.
Does Foxtail Coffee Co. disclose franchise revenue data?
Foxtail Coffee Co. did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.
Does Foxtail Coffee Co. have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?
Foxtail Coffee Co. received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.
Does Foxtail Coffee Co. offer exclusive franchise territories?
Foxtail Coffee Co. received a territory protection score of 53 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.
What training does Foxtail Coffee Co. provide to new franchisees?
Foxtail Coffee Co. received a training and support score of 86 out of 100. The brand provides a robust 120-hour training curriculum designed to prepare four initial staff members for launch.
How many Foxtail Coffee Co. franchise locations are there?
Foxtail Coffee Co. had 78 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
What type of business is Foxtail Coffee Co.?
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