
This episode discusses the realities of opening a cafe or franchise in Nepal, including costs, systems, and common pitfalls.
Thinking of opening a cafe ́ or franchise in Nepal? This conversation breaks down what actually happens after the doors open. From real costs and franchise models to systems, royalties, and why most cafés fail early. This episode goes beyond coffee and into how the business really works. If you’re considering a café, franchise, or any F&B venture, this is the reality check you should watch first. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro 02:24 – How Caffeophilia Scaled to 16 Outlets in 25 Months 03:40 – 18 Years of Experience: Lessons From the Ground 06:14 – Why Coffee Shops Feel Trendy (And Why That’s Risky) 07:02 – How Much Does It Cost to Take a Caffeophilia Franchise? 07:38 – Infrastructure Requirements for a Cafe 09:28 – Different Types of Costs: Build, Training, Setup 11:00 – “Why Not Open My Own Brand Instead?” 11:20 – Why People Actually Invest in a Brand 13:37 – Cost of Opening Franchise Explained 16:49 – Is Franchise Really Passive Income? 18:15 – Can Restaurants Really Make 15–20% Profit? 20:55 – The Role of WhatsApp Groups & Community Systems 25:14 – The Question Every Listener Is Thinking: How to Take a Franchise 26:24 – Tata, Starbucks & How Big Franchise Systems Work…
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