Coffee shop
Serve coffee, drinks and simple food from a small cafe.
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01 / Why it can workThe upside
Daily habits create repeat customers, and a great location can be very busy.
02 / Watch forThe hard part
Rent, staffing and low ticket sizes mean many shops struggle to make real profit.
03 / CostsWhat the first budget covers
Espresso equipment, fit-out, deposit, permits, opening stock and staff training. Expect roughly $30,000–$150,000 for a lean first version, before your own living costs.
04 / First customerYour first paying step
Run a coffee cart or pop-up to test the location and menu before signing a lease.
05 / GrowthHow it grows
Add wholesale beans or catering and tighten labor scheduling before opening a second site.
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Coffee shop scores
Startup difficulty7/10
Operating difficulty8/10
Economic potential4/10
Scalability3/10
Resale potential4/10
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