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Dunn Brothers Coffee vs PJ's Coffee of New Orleans — which franchise is the better buy?
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| Dunn Brothers Coffee | PJ's Coffee of New Orleans | |
|---|---|---|
| Disclosure honesty | B | C |
| Investment from | $448,600 | $280,500 |
| Total fees | 9% | 7% |
| Outlets | 43 | 180 |
| Lawsuits | 0 | 0 |
Dunn Brothers Coffee: what their numbers say
2025 gross sales data for 26 drive-thru shops: average $571,901 (range $229,928–$1,104,217). Excluded 13 shops (1 new, 12 no drive-thru). 46% met/exceeded average.
PJ's Coffee of New Orleans: what their numbers say
7 affiliate-owned locations' 2025 financial data. Average gross sales $967,132; average EBITDA $140,935. 122 franchised units reported: average gross sales $603,785. Wide performance range across models.
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