Established
2016
Franchise Units
1
Minimum Investment
$443,188
Franchise Fee
$42,750
Total Investment Range
$678,629
Home Based
No
Description
Orlando Cat Café offers a unique and heartwarming business opportunity that combines the joy of feline companionship with the comfort of a café setting. As the first cat café in the United States to offer a franchise model, it provides entrepreneurs with a proven business concept that promotes animal welfare and community engagement. Guests can enjoy premium beverages and baked goods while interacting with adoptable cats in a cozy, hygienic environment. The café partners with local shelters to facilitate cat adoptions, making it a hub for animal lovers and a vital part of the community.
Background
Turn your passion for cats and coffee into a rewarding business with the Orlando Cat Cafe Franchise. This unique concept brings together a cozy café atmosphere and a welcoming space where guests can interact with friendly, adoptable cats while enjoying freshly prepared beverages, pastries, sandwiches, and other café favorites.
As pet cafés continue to gain popularity and more people embrace pet adoption, Orlando Cat Cafe has created an experience that appeals to both animal lovers and café enthusiasts. Beyond serving great food and drinks, each location offers a relaxing environment where visitors can unwind, socialize, and build meaningful connections with cats waiting to find their forever homes.
Orlando Cat Cafe stands apart as the first and only cat café franchise opportunity available across the United States. Franchise owners receive extensive support throughout every stage of the business, including location selection, marketing strategies, shelter partnerships, staff training, and day-to-day operational guidance. By joining the Orlando Cat Cafe family, franchisees become part of a purpose-driven brand dedicated to creating memorable customer experiences while helping reduce shelter overcrowding through successful cat adoptions—one guest and one cup of coffee at a time.
- Established Year: 2016
- Franchise Program Launched: 2024
- Franchise Units: 1
- Corporate-Owned Locations: 1
- Founders: Sandra Cagan, CEO
- Registered Franchise States: Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Texas
- Franchises in Canada: Not Available
- International Franchise Opportunities: Not Offered
- Industry Category: Pet Services / Café / Animal Welfare
Support Training
Franchise Training & Support
The Orlando Cat Cafe Franchise provides comprehensive guidance to help franchise owners launch and operate their business successfully.
Financial Assistance: Not provided by the franchisor.
Site Selection Support: Available. Upon request, the franchisor can visit and evaluate a proposed location for a fee ranging from $0 to $1,500, depending on the level of assistance required.
Lease Negotiation: Assistance is available for franchisees who request support, with lease negotiation services offered for a $1,500 fee.
Recruitment Support: Not available.
Cooperative Advertising: Not offered.
Training Program
Franchisees complete a 28-day training program at the company's headquarters in Clermont, Florida. The training is divided into two phases: 14 days focused on cat care and café operations involving adoptable cats, followed by 14 days dedicated to coffee shop management and daily business operations. Instruction includes a blend of classroom learning and practical, hands-on experience to prepare owners for successfully running their franchise.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal Orlando Cat Café franchisee is:
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Passionate About Animals: A genuine love for cats and a commitment to animal welfare.
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Entrepreneurial Spirit: Experience in business management, hospitality, or retail, with a desire to operate a community-focused establishment.
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Financial Capability: Ability to invest the required capital and manage operational expenses.
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Community-Oriented: Eager to engage with the local community through events, partnerships, and outreach programs.
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Location Preference: Interest in establishing a café in urban or suburban areas with a strong pet-loving demographic.
Financial Detail
Below are the key financial requirements and ownership details for the Orlando Cat Cafe Franchise in 2026:
Initial Cash Investment: $84,837 – $132,725
Estimated Total Investment: $443,188 – $678,629
Minimum Liquid Net Worth: $150,000
Initial Franchise Fee (Single Unit): $42,750
Additional Unit Franchise Fee: $42,750 per location
Royalty Fee: 7% of semi-monthly gross sales
Advertising Contribution: 3% of semi-monthly gross sales or $750, whichever amount is greater
Additional Fees: Refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) for complete details
Typical Staffing Requirements: 6–8 employees
Item 19 Financial Performance Representation: Available
Visa Applicants: Accepted
Passive Ownership: Permitted
Semi-Passive Ownership: Permitted, provided the Manager, Lead Veterinary Technician, and Lead Barista successfully complete the required franchise training program
Home-Based Business: No
Business-to-Business (B2B): No
Master Franchise Opportunities: Not available
Veteran Incentive: Qualified veterans receive a 10% discount on the franchise fee