TRAVELIN' TOM'S COFFEE
Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee franchises operate mobile businesses using proprietary Beverage Entertainment Vehicles (BEVs) equipped with a patented self-service Creation Station system to sell coffees, teas, and related products. Franchisees serve the general public at high-traffic locations, events, festivals, sports leagues, schools, corporate events, parties, and fundraisers, with options for fixed-location operations in some cases. The business model is mobile and home-based, targeting broad consumer markets in competitive food and beverage sectors with catering and on-site services.
Franchise Costs
Fixed annual royalty of $3,000 (years 1-2), $4,000 (years 3-6), $5,000 (years 7-10) + $1,000/yr brand fund + $600/yr technology + $35/mo KonaOS + $18/mo email + $20/mo monitor + $333-$700/mo insurance
Financial Performance
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How TRAVELIN' TOM'S COFFEE Compares
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 86% of Food Truck franchises
- #1 largest franchise system in Food Truck
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TRAVELIN' TOM'S COFFEE Current | $202K – $255K | $15K | N/A | 258 |
| DONUTNV | $190K – $273K | $60K | N/A | 142 |
| Frios | $72K – $91K | $38K | N/A | 108 |
| Cousins Maine Lobster | $194K – $651K | $40K | 8.0% | 65 |
| Wild Bill's | $156K – $215K | $40K | 0.0% | 14 |
| On the Hook Fish and Chips | $619K – $1.1M | $50K | 7.0% | 3 |
Food Truck Average 7 franchises | $227K – $393K | $39K | 7.5% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 7 Food Truck 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
+23 more states
Franchisee Contacts
352 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
The total initial investment to open a TRAVELIN' TOM'S COFFEE franchise ranges from $201,840 to $255,325. This includes a franchise fee of $15,000.
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