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Become a Franchise Partner

Join Gong cha’s rapid global expansion and bring high-quality, freshly brewed tea to your community. As a franchisee, you’ll gain access to nearly 20 years of brand excellence, advanced technology for operations and innovative product launches.

Modern bubble tea shop interior with a wooden counter, digital menu displays, and beverage preparation area. Bright and inviting atmosphere.

+2200 stores

worldwide

A layered mango bubble tea with ice in a clear cup on a wooden tray, accompanied by a towel, ice cubes, and fresh mango slices.

Present in

5 continents

Four staff members in a cafe, wearing aprons, stand smiling with trays of drinks in front of a red wall.
Modern bubble tea shop interior with a wooden counter, digital menu displays, and beverage preparation area. Bright and inviting atmosphere.

+2200 stores

worldwide

A layered mango bubble tea with ice in a clear cup on a wooden tray, accompanied by a towel, ice cubes, and fresh mango slices.

Present in

5 continents

Four staff members in a cafe, wearing aprons, stand smiling with trays of drinks in front of a red wall.
A cup of bubble tea on stacked books beside a flowering branch, all placed on a white chair against a plain background.

33 markets

across the globe

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Over 300K+ cups

sold per day

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A cup of bubble tea on stacked books beside a flowering branch, all placed on a white chair against a plain background.

33 markets

across the globe

Four hands holding different bubble tea cups with various toppings, set against a pink background with floating confetti.

Over 300K+ cups

sold per day

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A hand holds a spoon with tapioca pearls over a bubble tea cup, labeled "Gong cha," on a wooden board with milk and sugar cubes nearby.

Why Gong cha?

Gong cha is one of the fastest-growing tea franchises in the world, offering a unique franchise opportunity that combines tradition with innovation in the expanding bubble tea market. From premium products and expert training to comprehensive support, we provide everything needed to build a thriving business.

Simple to Run

Streamlined operations, a labour-efficient model, workforce-smart solutions, and smart training for quick and efficient delivery.

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Scalable Model

Easy to add stores and manage your territory.

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Quality Control

Our quality control lab ensures our products meet the highest standards.

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Smart Formats

Our stores are highly adaptable, requiring no grease traps or cooking exhaust systems, making them suitable for virtually any location.

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What Gong cha provides

Gong cha offers extensive training from industry experts and comprehensive support to simplify store setup and daily operations. With premium products, a loyal customer base, and global recognition, we help you stand out. Access to a robust supply chain, operational training, and marketing resources ensures you have everything needed to thrive in the bubble tea market.

A person pours iced tea from a pitcher into a glass filled with ice cubes.

Operational Processes

We’ve developed streamlined processes for beverage preparation, POS systems, order kiosks, in-store marketing, and all key areas of business management.

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International Leadership and Support

Benefit from the support of our global and regional franchise centres. Your marketing team will receive assets and guidance to ensure your team is equipped for success.

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Expert Training

Your operational team will have access to online training videos, detailed manuals, and other resources to ensure seamless execution of Gong cha store operations.

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Smart Inventory Management

Our ingredients simplify inventory control and eliminate the need for large refrigeration units, providing flexibility and efficiency in managing your stock.

Bright Gong Cha interior: sleek service counter, refrigerated display, high stools, communal tables, planter, and colorful drink banners.

Appealing Store Design

Your Gong cha stores will have a sleek, clean appearance that stands out from the mom-and-pop competitors. A mix of traditional accents and modern touches will get your stores noticed among discerning guests who want a premium experience.

Your Stores Will Include:

  • Flexible layouts ideal for in-store or grab-and-go customers

  • Prep stations which include tea brewing equipment and timers to remind staff when to refresh

  • Signage promoting signature series and specialty drinks giving guests more ideas for their next new favourite

  • Detailed menus and ordering instructions to help first timers get the hang of the experience

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Flexible Footprints

Your Gong cha store can feel at home in the cute corner spot downtown, in the strip mall with the strong anchor store, on the local University campus or just about anywhere else people enjoy delicious drinks and cheerful company.

Whether you want a kiosk inside an established location, or a traditional shop surrounded by complementary businesses, Gong cha has the flexibility to fit where your guests can find you.

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Join the family

As a Gong cha franchisee, you will gain access to nearly 20 years of brand excellence, cutting-edge operational technology, and innovative product launches. With a focus on community engagement and customer satisfaction, Gong cha equips you to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.

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Who is the Perfect Owner?

Our ideal candidate has the passion, experience, and financial resources to develop, support and sustain a small territory area.

  • 01
    An individual candidate or organization share our intrinsic values:
    • Honesty & Transparency

    • Community Citizenship

    • Environmental Responsibility and Stewardship

    • A Belief that a people-centered culture drives Profitability

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    Passion
    • Someone with an entrepreneurial spirit, who embraces the franchise business model, following tried and true established systems, procedures, and protocols

    • You must love Bubble Tea!

    • You have a winner’s mindset and attitude

    • A maniacal focus to delight guests to exceed their expectations

  • 03
    Experience
    • Ownership of or operations leadership within a retail environment, preferably within the QSR space

    • Proven record of achievement leading a team of people to realize successful outcomes

    • Knowledge of local-store marketing and an ability to engage as the Brand Ambassador within your local community

    • Understanding of financial documents and general business and financial metrics to achieve financial performance expectations

    • Adequate liquid resources and net worth to fund development of new stores and to meet operational needs

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What are the costs?

Estimated initial investment per single unit is $207,450 to $648,460

Financial Requirements*

$207,450 – $648,460

Financial Requirements*

$150,000 and $500,000 net worth

What markets are available?

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    Market A-C

    ALABAMA
    ALASKA
    ARIZONA
    ARKANSAS
    CALIFORNIA
    COLORADO
    CONNECTICUT

  • 02
    Markets D-I

    DELAWARE
    FLORIDA
    GEORGIA
    HAWAII
    IDAHO
    ILLINOIS
    INDIANA

    IOWA

  • 03
    Markets K-M

    DELAWARE
    FLORIDA
    GEORGIA
    HAWAII
    IDAHO
    ILLINOIS
    INDIANA
    IOWA

  • 04
    Markets N-O

    NEBRASKA
    NEVADA
    NEW HAMSPHIRE
    NEW JERSEY
    NEW MEXICO
    NEW YORK
    NORTH CAROLINA
    OHIO
    OKLAHOMA

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    Markets P-W

    PENNSLYVANIA
    RHODE ISLAND
    SOUTH CAROLINA
    SOUTH DAKOTA
    TENNESSEE
    TEXAS
    UTAH
    VERMONT
    WEST VIRGINIA
    WISCONSIN
    WYOMING