THE HUMAN BEAN
The Human Bean franchise offers the right to operate espresso drive-thru stands specializing in the preparation and sale of espresso coffee, related beverages, and products. The business model involves granting licenses for single units or area developments, with initial investments ranging from $572,090 to $1,298,903, and relies on affiliates for company-owned operations while enforcing strict standards and specifications. It targets convenience-seeking customers, particularly coffee enthusiasts who prefer quick drive-thru service.
Franchise Costs
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 140 franchised stores for the 12-month period ending December 31, 2024, as described in Table 2, and adjusted EBITDA for franchised units as described in Table 3.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How THE HUMAN BEAN Compares
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
THE HUMAN BEAN Current | N/A | $35K | N/A | 165 |
| PANERA BREAD BAKERY-CAFÉ | $633K – $4.9M | $35K | 5.0% | 1,112 |
| SCOOTER'S COFFEE | $955K – $1.5M | $40K | 6.0% | 825 |
| NOTHING BUNDT CAKES | $667K – $1.0M | $45K | 6.0% | 643 |
| GREAT AMERICAN COOKIES | $341K – $463K | $25K | 6.0% | 395 |
| 7 BREW | $894K – $2.2M | $35K | 4.5% | 297 |
Coffee & Bakery Average 37 franchises | $498K – $1.1M | $40K | 5.5% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 37 Coffee & Bakery franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+10 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for THE HUMAN BEAN franchisees (2013 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
181 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
As of the 2025 FDD, THE HUMAN BEAN has 165 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2002.
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