Michaels Coffee House

The Franchise Opportunity

Michaels Coffee House, a Manchester-based coffee brand, represents a strong, low-complexity franchise opportunity for the right partner.

Michaels Coffee House has been an established brand in Manchester City centre for over eight years and currently operates two central locations with a loyal customer base and strong local reputation.

The brand also benefits from consistent social media visibility and engagement, particularly within the Manchester market.

Operationally, the concept is designed to be simple, efficient and scalable. We operate a grab-and-go model with a compact bar and a small cold-prep kitchen producing items such as toasties, yoghurt pots, salads and overnight oats that are fresh and prepared in-house each day.

Our focus is on speed of service, consistency and tight cost control, making the brand well suited to high-footfall and travel-led environments.

For franchisees, we provide structured onboarding, training and ongoing operational support, while remaining flexible on equipment specifications where locations require it.

Our vision is to grow Michaels Coffee House into a trusted, values-led coffee house brand with a strong presence across key UK cities.

Over the next two years, we aim to open 10 carefully selected franchise locations, partnering with hands-on owners who share our commitment to quality, empathy, and community.

We see Michaels becoming known not just for great coffee and innovative food, but for creating welcoming spaces where genuine human connection comes first.

Why Become a Franchisee?

Investing in Michaels Coffee House is an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to enter the coffee and hospitality industry with a strong, established brand.

The business has been successfully operating for over eight years in the city center of Manchester, demonstrating long-term stability, resilience, and consistent customer demand in a highly competitive location. This proven track record significantly reduces the risks often associated with new ventures.

One of the key advantages of this franchise is the training and ongoing support provided.

This covers:

1. Covering daily operations
2. Barista skills
3. Customer service
4. Business management.

Additionally, coffee house franchises typically require a lower investment cost compared to many food concepts, due to smaller premises, streamlined equipment, and manageable staffing needs.

Michaels Coffee House also stands out through its dedicated research and development team, which constantly explores international food and beverage trends, sources unique ingredients from abroad, and creates innovative recipes that competitors cannot easily replicate.

Above all else, Michaels is built around empathy, care, and genuine customer connection, fostering a strong sense of community rather than simply acting as a point of sale. This values-driven approach builds loyalty and supports sustainable, long-term growth.

Franchisee Requirements

We are seeking hands-on, committed franchise partners with prior business experience, ideally within the food and beverage sector or multi-unit retail operations. This background ensures franchisees understand operational discipline, customer service standards, and team leadership in a fast-paced environment.

The minimum investment requirement is £100,000, with an additional 25% of the total investment available as liquid capital, ensuring the business is adequately funded from day one and positioned for sustainable growth.

Franchisees must be owner-operators who work actively in the business on a day-to-day basis. This is not a passive investment opportunity. We believe the strongest results come from owners who are fully involved in operations, team development, and customer relationships.

Each franchise will be single-owner only, and franchisees must commit their full professional focus to the business.

Operating other businesses alongside the franchise is not permitted, as our model requires dedication, consistency, and alignment with our brand values.

Your Next Step

Interested in becoming part of a rapidly growing and value-led brand? If so, then why not reach out to the brand today to begin your franchise journey. Simply fill out the contact form below and a representative from the franchise will be in touch: