Alto Coffee Franchise Opportunity
Alto Coffee is an Australian specialty-coffee café franchise operating 68 sites, focused on high-street and shopping-centre kiosks with a compact fit-out and a roasted-in-house supply model.
How much does a Alto Coffee franchise cost?
Source: Disclosure document v3.2 · verified July 2026. See full cost breakdown →
Fees vs the market
| Fee | Alto Coffee | Category median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royalty (% gross sales) | 6.0% | 6.5% | below median |
| Marketing levy (% gross sales) | 2.5% | 2.5% | at median |
Medians from the Coffee & Café Fee Index. See methodology.
Network history
| Year | Opened | Closed | Transferred | Total units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 51 |
| 2023 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 58 |
| 2024 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 62 |
| 2025 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 68 |
Where disclosure item-6 data is obtainable. verified July 2026.
Available territories
| State | Region | Status | As at |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parramatta | New South Wales | recruiting | July 2026 |
| Newcastle | New South Wales | recruiting | July 2026 |
| Gold Coast | Queensland | waitlist | July 2026 |
| Geelong | Victoria | recruiting | July 2026 |
Alto Coffee by state: New South Wales · Victoria · Queensland
Alto Coffee franchises for sale
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Alto Coffee franchise cost?
An Alto Coffee franchise requires a total investment of $285,000–$430,000 all-in, comprising a $50,000 initial franchise fee, $160,000–$260,000 fit-out and equipment, and approximately $60,000 working capital (disclosure document v3.2, verified July 2026).
What are Alto Coffee's ongoing fees?
Alto Coffee charges a 6.0% royalty on gross sales and a 2.5% marketing levy — the royalty sits below the Coffee & Café category median of 6.5% recorded in the Q2 2026 Fee Index (n=74).
Is Alto Coffee on the Franchise Disclosure Register?
Yes. Alto Coffee Co. Pty Ltd (ACN 612 004 219) is listed with a current entry on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register, verified July 2026.
How long is the Alto Coffee franchise term?
The initial term is 7 years with a 7-year renewal option, subject to the conditions in the franchise agreement.
What territories are available?
As at 20 July 2026, Alto Coffee is recruiting in Parramatta and Newcastle (NSW) and Geelong (VIC), with a Gold Coast (QLD) waitlist. Availability is confirmed on each brand×state page.