The Coffee Club

Since opening its first store in Brisbane in 1989, the coffee club has grown into Australia’s largest homegrown café brand and one of the most recognisable and trusted brands in the world. Backed by Minor DKL Food Group, the brand has nearly 400 stores across 13 countries and proudly serves over 40 million customers annually.

From humble beginnings, The Coffee Club has become a trusted meeting place where people come together to enjoy Good Food, Great Service, and Excellent Coffee in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Today, franchisees benefit from over 35 years of proven operations, global brand equity, and robust support systems that have made The Coffee Club a household name both in Australia and abroad.

Our Difference

• Scale & Recognition – Australia’s largest café chain with instant credibility and brand loyalty.
• Integrated Coffee Expertise – Backed by Nomad Coffee Group, ensuring consistency, innovation, and quality from bean to cup.
• Flexible Formats – Proven models including Kiosk, Café, and CBR (Café, Bar, Restaurant) tailored to match location and opportunity.
• Menu Variety & Seasonal Momentum – Everyday favourites complemented by regular menu updates and Limited Time Offers to keep customers coming back.
• Refurbishment Impact – Newly refurbished stores report 8–9% growth in year one and 4% in year two, proving the commercial strength of the refreshed design.
• Operational Strength – Supported by Minor DKL, franchisees gain access to systems, suppliers, and infrastructure that drive performance.

Why Customers Love Us

For over three decades, The Coffee Club has been more than a café – it’s a meeting place woven into Australia’s cultural fabric. Customers trust the brand for consistent quality, dependable service, and welcoming spaces. From quick grab-and-go coffee at a kiosk to full breakfast and lunch at a café or an extended menu at a CBR venue, The Coffee Club offers something for everyone, every day.

The Coffee Club Story:

In 1989, friends Emmanuel Kokoris and Emmanuel Drivas set out on a simple mission: to find a great cup of coffee in Brisbane. After searching in vain, they realised the opportunity wasn’t in discovering one - it was in creating it. That same year, they opened the very first Coffee Club store, built on a promise that remains unchanged today: Good Food, Great Service, and Excellent Coffee in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

From the outset, The Coffee Club was designed to be more than just a café. It was created as a social hub, a place where people could meet, connect, and enjoy food and coffee that reflected Australia’s emerging café culture. The focus on approachable sophistication and affordability made The Coffee.

Benefits of Working with The Coffee Club

• Established Brand Success – 35+ years of history and resilience with nearly 400 stores worldwide.
• Accessible Entry Point – Competitive all-in investment of $350,000–$500,000.
• Multiple Formats – Kiosk, Café, and CBR models adaptable to suburban, metro, and flagship locations.
• Coffee Leadership – Integrated roasting expertise through Nomad Coffee Group.
• Proven Menu Innovation – Strong seasonal campaigns and customer favourites drive repeat visitation.
• Comprehensive Support – Induction training, post-opening assistance, and ongoing guidance from experienced franchise coaches.
• Marketing Power – National brand campaigns combined with local store marketing toolkits and loyalty app integration.
• Scalable Growth – Simple operations and a strong system designed for single-site owners and multi-site operators alike.

The Coffee Club is a globally respected yet locally relevant brand. For franchise partners, it’s the opportunity to step into a system built on trust, quality, and community connection. With accessible entry, ongoing support, and strong brand momentum, The Coffee Club offers a business model designed for growth – whether you’re opening your first store or building a multi-site portfolio.