Thinking about starting a coffee shop any tips?

Question

Hey everyone, I am thinking of starting a coffee stand. I was thinking about doing drive through only. Do you have any tips? What do you do and don’t like that coffee shops do? Any flavors you look for?

Answer 1

AlexanderAnttila

Xper 7

Yes as my friend @Agape93 has said, there is a culture around coffee, especially in my country where we have fika, (having a coffee and bun/pastry during break at work, meetings or just ha hanging out). Environment plays a huge role, how do you present your coffee, what style, image or vibe do you wish to exude.

The coffee ought to be rich and thick, and you'll most likely sell well focusing on dark roast, it has the best flavor and gives the best effect.

Free refill will always garner much business but given that you wish only to open a stand it might not be possible.

Answer 2

Anonymous

Have ytou done the market research for the area you are considering?

coffeeloverr

1 mo
I work as a full time barista currently in the area I would start my business. I listen to the customer’s requests. I also listen to their complaints. There’s only one drive through coffee shop in my area. A second drive through coffee shop would be great.
Opinion Owner

1 mo
is there a location available to start out and have a drive through?
coffeeloverr

1 mo
I am currently searching for a space. Since its drive through only I wouldn’t need a big building. Something small would do. I was thinking about having a stock room in my house and I can transport items as needed. I plan on starting in 2 or so years so I have enough time to get everything thoroughly planned.
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Opinion Owner

1 mo
sounds good. I didn't realize it would be drive through only

Answer 3

coffeeloverr

I work as a full time barista currently in the area I would start my business. I listen to the customer’s requests. I also listen to their complaints. There’s only one drive through coffee shop in my area. A second drive through coffee shop would be great.

Answer 4

Opinion Owner

is there a location available to start out and have a drive through?

Answer 5

coffeeloverr

I am currently searching for a space. Since its drive through only I wouldn’t need a big building. Something small would do. I was thinking about having a stock room in my house and I can transport items as needed. I plan on starting in 2 or so years so I have enough time to get everything thoroughly planned.

Answer 6

Opinion Owner

sounds good. I didn't realize it would be drive through only

Answer 7

Agape93 | 502 opinions shared on Food & Beverage topic.

Master

Learn the types of coffee, the logistics of its origins and distribution, learn cafe/coffee shop cultures, get some good books and WiFi etc.

@alexanderantilla

Agape93

1 mo
Sorry @AlexanderAnttila

Answer 8

Agape93

Sorry @AlexanderAnttila

Answer 9

Avicenna | 353 opinions shared on Food & Beverage topic.

Master

I salute you for considering this, but shouldn't your market research be local?

coffeeloverr

1 mo
Thank you. I will be focusing locally but all opinions help.

Answer 10

coffeeloverr

Thank you. I will be focusing locally but all opinions help.

Answer 11

Iron_Man | 2.3K opinions shared on Food & Beverage topic.

Master

I think that would be great you are going to have to start talking to business people that Own coffee shops

Answer 12

chriscdi | 436 opinions shared on Food & Beverage topic.

Master

what a coincidence, im drinking coffee right now

coffeeloverr

1 mo
Go for it!

Answer 13

coffeeloverr

Go for it!

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