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Ellianos Coffee vs Einstein Bros. Bagels

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both Ellianos Coffee and Einstein Bros. Bagels are quick-service restaurants franchises. Ellianos Coffee requires an investment of $187K – $1.4M while Einstein Bros. Bagels requires $555K – $1.0M. In terms of revenue, Ellianos Coffee reports higher average unit revenue at $1.3M. On SBA loan performance, Ellianos Coffee has a lower charge-off rate (0.0%) compared to Einstein Bros. Bagels (16.7%). FranchiseVerdict rates Ellianos Coffee A (Top Quintile) and Einstein Bros. Bagels B (Above Average).

Investment Range
$187K – $1.4M
$555K – $1.0M
Franchise Fee
$30K
$35K
Royalty Rate
the greater of 6% of Net Sales or $350
5.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$1.3M
$1.1M
SBA Charge-Off Rate
0.0% (36 loans)
16.7% (20 loans)
Total Units
73
415
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
2003
2006
FDD Year
2026
2025