Own a Café with a Century of Coffee Heritage

Expertly roasted, Fairtrade coffee and fresh food made on-site. Bring this legacy to your community.

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Over a Century of Heritage: Join Canada’s Coffee Pioneer

Founded in Montréal in 1919, Café Van Houtte pioneered one of the first café concepts in North America by 1975. Known for its small-batch roasting and Fairtrade-certified beans, Café Van Houtte blends a rich European café tradition with modern North American tastes.

Over more than 100 years, Café Van Houtte has become a trusted destination for coffee lovers seeking handcrafted beverages, freshly made food, and an inviting atmosphere.

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Why Café Van Houtte?

PROUDLY CANADIAN

Serving exceptional coffee since 1919, Café Van Houtte has deep Montreal roots, bringing a distinctly Canadian spirit to every cup.

FAIRTRADE COMMITMENT

By choosing Café Van Houtte, you contribute to improving the lives of coffee farmers, ensuring they receive fair wages and better working conditions.

ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY

We champion sustainable farming practices that support the environment, ensuring coffee is cultivated with the future in mind.

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Investment Information
What’s the Cost to Open a Café Van Houtte Franchise?

Café Van Houtte offers multiple location formats — from cozy 400 sq. ft. bistros to large 2,000 sq. ft. cafés.

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Investment Information

400 to 2,000 sq. ft.

Area

$30,000

Franchise fee

$250,000 to $450,000

Project Cost

30%

Personal Investment

5%

Royalties

3%

National advertising fund

10 years

Franchise Term

What Our Franchisees have to Say

The quality of the coffee is extremely important, especially for Café Van Houtte. It’s all about the roasting process and total control — right down to the last drop. A delicious taste you simply can’t miss — it’s the art of coffee, especially when it comes to lattes, cortados, macchiatos, and espressos.

— Elie

My greatest accomplishment as a Café Van Houtte franchisee is being my own boss. What I love most is the freedom we’re given — we have the flexibility to do what’s needed to make our business thrive. Of course, there are rules and a structure to follow, but we also have plenty of room to adapt our offer to our local market. We can choose what sells best for our clientele and make decisions based on what truly works, while still following the brand’s overall direction.

— Aftab

What makes the franchise strong is the quality of its coffee and products. Everyone sells coffee — we have many competitors in the market — but what sets us apart is our service and our food. That’s where we make the difference, that’s where we earn our ‘extra dollar.

— Aftab

The quality of the coffee, which is also fair trade, is very important to our customers. And when we tell them that everything is cooked and prepared on site, they’re often surprised, but also delighted to know it’s all homemade. The quality is there — and you can taste it. That’s truly what contributes to the success of our franchise.

— Karine Poulin

The Perks of Ownership:
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Expansion

With over 30 cafés across Quebec and Ontario, Café Van Houtte continues to grow in high-traffic locations including malls, universities, and busy commercial districts. Each café is designed to be a ready-to-eat destination with a balance of coffee, fresh food, and community connection.

  • Established Brand Presence
  • Prime, High-Traffic Locations
  • Strong Growth Potential
  • Appealing Business Concept

Why People Love
CAFÉ Van Houtte

Café Van Houtte offers coffee and food crafted with care and tradition. Here’s why it stands out:

100+ Years of Expertise,

 in small-batch roasting with rich, flavourful blends.

Proudly Canadian,

bringing a local touch to every cup.

Fairtrade Certified,

supporting farmers with fair wages and sustainable practices.

Fresh, Made-On-Site Food

designed for today’s coffee lovers.

Sustainability Focus,

 from eco-friendly packaging to regenerative farming.

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Take the first step toward owning your own café with MTY Food Group’s support.

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Questions about franchising?

Yes. We have a team of designers and construction professionals to aid in the construction process.
Café Van Houtte is supported by national banks in Canada. While the brand does not directly provide financial assistance, it can recommend financial institutions to partner with. The team will guide you throughout the process to help you achieve the desired outcome.
When you join Café Van Houtte, you’re part of a franchise with extensive advertising, business coaching, and marketing support. Our marketing team consists of experienced professionals focused on maximizing brand visibility in every market.
Yes, it is possible to select your own location. However, Café Van Houtte must approve the site before moving forward.
The standard franchise agreement matches the restaurant lease agreement. Most restaurant lease agreements are normally of a 10-year duration, this is typically co-terminus with the expiry of the lease.
Yes. Each franchisee receives comprehensive training in all aspects of owning and operating a Café Van Houtte franchise. This includes operational, marketing, and hands-on in-restaurant training. Prior to opening, franchisees train for 2 weeks at accredited Café Van Houtte training locations and 1 week at MTY University. A field training team is also placed on-site before opening to ensure smooth operations.