Shaghf Cafe^®

Food & Beverage • Year: 2026

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What Is Shaghf Cafe?

Shaghf Cafe is a cafe concept focused on coffee, coffee drinks, other beverages, and an array of desserts. Franchised Cafes generate revenue primarily from the sale of coffee, other beverages, and desserts, and the sale of alcoholic beverages is expressly prohibited.

Shaghf Cafe Franchise: Pros and Cons

One key strength is the completely clean legal and regulatory record—zero disclosed lawsuits, government penalties, franchisee-initiated judgments/settlements, or franchisor enforcement actions—indicating system stability; the biggest risk is a high initial franchise fee of $125,000 (range $125,000–$500,000), which greatly raises upfront capital needs.

Pros

Zero disclosed lawsuits, government penalties, franchisee-initiated judgments/settlements and franchisor enforcement actions — a clean legal and regulatory record compared with most food & beverage systems, which is a positive indicator for system stability.

Zero outlet terminations, non-renewals, and reacquisitions — unusually low operator exits relative to peers, suggesting stronger-than-typical franchisee retention.

Territory protection score of 64 — well above what's common in food & beverage, giving you clearer territorial defense and less risk of nearby company-sanctioned competition.

Cons

Initial franchise fee set at $125,000 (range $125,000–$500,000) — well above typical for food & beverage and significantly raises the upfront cash required before build-out and operating expenses.

No company-owned units — the franchisor runs zero corporate locations, which limits their ability to field-test new ideas and maintain firsthand operational experience to support franchisees.

No on-site training provided, and the franchisor also lacks common capabilities (selling online in your territory, operating in alternative venues, using different trademarks, or selling in retail) — this increases the training and operational burden on you and limits the franchisor's channels to support revenue growth.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Territory Protection

64/100

Excellent

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. Protection is contingent on meeting performance quotas and allows the franchisee site-specific relocation rights; the franchisor retains the right to develop additional units in the surrounding market and to manage market density and alternative distribution channels.

Training & Support

NORMAL

The brand provides a comprehensive 160-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three managerial staff members for launch. On-site launch support is available as a tool for operational readiness and is offered at additional cost, with franchisees responsible for travel and living expenses.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Shaghf Cafe Franchise?

Opening a Shaghf Cafe franchise requires a total initial investment of $240,000 to $696,000, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$240,000

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$696,000

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$125,000

Real Estate$32,500

Equipment & Assets$30,000

Reserves$25,000

Training$9,000

Other$18,500

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$500,000

Real Estate$50,000

Equipment & Assets$40,000

Reserves$50,000

Training$15,000

Other$41,000

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

Shaghf Cafe Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed

Shaghf Cafe did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information, which can make it harder for prospective owners to evaluate expected revenue before investing.

This franchise company did not publish these results.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Shaghf Cafe franchise?

The total initial investment for a Shaghf Cafe franchise ranges from $240,000 to $696,000, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Shaghf Cafe initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Shaghf Cafe is $125,000, as stated in the 2026 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

Does Shaghf Cafe disclose franchise revenue data?

Shaghf Cafe did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2026 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.

Does Shaghf Cafe have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Shaghf Cafe received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2026 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does Shaghf Cafe offer exclusive franchise territories?

Shaghf Cafe received a territory protection score of 64 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does Shaghf Cafe provide to new franchisees?

Shaghf Cafe received a training and support score of 95 out of 100. The brand provides a comprehensive 160-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three managerial staff members for launch.

How many Shaghf Cafe franchise locations are there?

Shaghf Cafe had 7 total locations as of the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Shaghf Cafe?

Shaghf Cafe is a cafe concept focused on coffee, coffee drinks, other beverages, and an array of desserts.

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