Start Your Own Tea or Cafe Businesswith INKOTEA
Two scalable formats. One proven brand. Pick the model that fits your investment, your city, and your ambition.
Kiosk starting from ₹2.5 Lakhs
Social Cafe starting from ₹6.5 Lakhs
Two scalable formats
Proven 40+ outlets
End-to-end franchise support
One strong cafe brand. Two simple investment options.
Both formats are profitable — they simply reward different operator profiles, locations and ambitions.
INKOTEA Kiosk
Compact. Efficient. Built for high-footfall locations.
A smart, scalable tea-cafe kiosk designed for modern entrepreneurs. Fast service, strong branding and optimised operations in as little as 150 sq ft — proven across 40+ outlets and built for first-time F&B investors.
Starting from ₹2.5L
Investment recovery in 8 – 10 months
Minimum Space
150 sq ft
Setup time
7 – 10 days
Staff
Minimum 2
Format
Quick-service kiosk
ROI speed
Investment recovery in 8 – 10 months
Best for
IT Parks, Colleges, Gated Communities, Food Courts
Compact 150 sq ft footprint with strong branding
Premium yet affordable — regional snacks meet modern beverages
Standardized recipes & operational SOPs
No prior F&B experience required
INKOTEA Social Cafe
Sit. Sip. Smile. Premium social tea & coffee experience.
A premium yet accessible neighbourhood mini-cafe offering signature teas & coffee, social beverages, milkshakes and quick comfort bites in a warm, inviting ambience. Designed to blend India's traditional chai culture with modern cafe experiences.
Starting from ₹6.5L
Medium (12 – 18 months)
Minimum Space
300 – 500 sq ft
Setup time
15 – 25 days
Staff
3 – 5
Format
Dine-in social cafe
ROI speed
Medium (12 – 18 months)
Best for
Food Streets, Residential Catchments, IT Parks, Highways
Affordable premium experience with strong margins
Signature teas, coffee, milkshakes & comfort bites
Indoor or outdoor seating layouts
Community-driven social cafe positioning
Turnkey setup support — equipment, branding, training
What You Get vs What You Provide
Transparent split of who handles what. Pick a format below to see the exact responsibilities.
INKOTEA Provides
Setup guidance & initial training
Standardized recipes & menu planning
Branding & marketing direction
Raw material supply support
Franchise operations guidance
You Provide
Shop interiors & counter setup
Electrical, gas & water connections
Furniture & seating
Daily consumables (milk, lemon, ginger)
Staff hiring (minimum 2 employees)
Food license & local permissions
We don't hand you a brand. We launch your business.
Every INKOTEA partner gets the same playbook our 40+ outlets are built on.
Location Selection
Site evaluation and footfall analysis to lock in a high-performing outlet location.
Store Setup & Branding
End-to-end setup support — kiosk design, signage, lighting and full brand identity rollout.
Staff Training & SOPs
Recipe standardization, hygiene protocols and operational SOPs delivered hands-on.
Launch & Marketing
Pre-launch buzz, opening-day activation and local marketing playbooks for first 90 days.
Ongoing Operations
Continuous supply chain, audit and growth support from a dedicated franchise success team.
Why the INKOTEA format works in today's market
A proven foundation, comprehensive support and a flexible footprint — engineered for India's next phase of consumer growth.
Proven Track Record
40+ kiosk outlets across Telangana serving thousands of customers daily with strong brand recognition.
Franchise Support
Comprehensive packages with equipment, branding and operational guidance for a smooth business setup.
Flexible Locations
Suitable for main roads, residential areas, commercial streets and highway stopovers with flexible seating.
Social Experience
Modern social cafe spaces that combine traditional Indian beverage culture with contemporary cafe experiences.