Pour your own
cups of joy in Sydney.
Chatime is Australia's #1 bubble tea brand. 155+ stores. 1.3 million Loyal-tea members. 17 years of trading. We're looking for people to open new Chatimes across Sydney, and the right sites are available right now.
You're not starting from zero. You're joining a 155-store family.
Since 2009, Chatime has become the bubble tea brand most Australians already know by name. Queues at shopping centres. 1.3 million Loyal-tea members. A fresh Bondi Junction store recently opened to the kind of lines you see for new Apple products.
When you open your Chatime in Sydney, you don't have to explain what bubble tea is. You don't have to build a brand. You don't have to figure out the menu or the supply chain. That work is already done. Your job is to run a great store in your corner of Sydney. Ours is everything else.
- A brand people already queue for, not one you have to introduce
- 1.3 million Loyal-tea members driving repeat visits through the app
- National marketing campaigns and social running whether you're in store or not
- Fully built supply chain, POS, and operations playbook from day one
- Dedicated franchise business consultant you can actually reach
- Pathway to multi-site ownership, not a dead-end single store
Chatime franchisees come from all kinds of places.
One of the best things about Chatime is that you don't need a specific background to succeed. What you need is drive, people skills, and a willingness to learn the system. If any of the below sounds like you, we should talk.
The career changer
You've had a solid corporate career. You've built equity. You're ready for something that's actually yours, where the effort you put in is the return you get out. A franchise gives you the structure you're used to, with ownership you've never had before.
The multi-unit operator
You already run franchises, maybe in other brands. You think in unit economics, AUW, and territory rights. Chatime has one of the strongest multi-site pathways in Australian food & beverage, and top operators get priority access to new territory releases.
The family business
You want a business that can involve the whole family, that passes on, that becomes something. Many of our top-performing stores are run by families who've grown from one site to two, three, sometimes more. Chatime is built for that.
The food & beverage operator
You already run a cafe, restaurant, or retail space. You know how thin the margins can get and how lonely the hours feel. With Chatime, you plug into a proven system, a national brand, and a team that has your back on marketing, HR, supply, and tech.
Why Sydney is brewing right now
Three reasons the timing is right. None of them are marketing fluff.
Bubble tea isn't a trend anymore. It's a category.
Australia's bubble tea market is forecast to grow at 14% per year through to 2028. That growth is being driven by younger Australians, the mainstreaming of Asian-inspired beverages, and a broader shift toward premium customisable drinks. Sydney, with its dense retail precincts and diverse population, is one of the most attractive territories on the board. This is a rising tide, not a passing wave.
Prime Sydney sites are on the table
High-traffic retail locations across Sydney's shopping precincts and dining strips. Our leasing team helps identify the right spot and negotiate the right terms, so you're not doing property hunting on your own.
Your customer is already here
Sydney's demographic profile maps closely to the Chatime core customer. Brand recognition means foot traffic from week one, not month six. Bondi Junction opened recently. Queues formed the same day.
Territories won't be open forever
We're on our way to 250 stores nationally and Sydney is a priority market. Once a territory is allocated, it's gone. The people getting first pick are the ones who are having the conversation now.
Real sites. Real locations. Ready.
These are live franchise opportunities listed on Seek Business today. Both new greenfield sites and established resales available. Investment from $275,000 AUD + GST.
12 opportunities across Greater Sydney right now
New sites and established resales, all across Sydney and the greater region. Investment from $275K + GST.
Listings sourced from the official Chatime Franchise available locations page and reflect opportunities available at time of publication (July 2026). Availability changes week to week. Contact our team for the most current status and any new Sydney sites not yet listed publicly.
From first chat to your grand opening
Four stages. No surprises. Our team walks with you the whole way.
A confidential conversation
Fill in the short form. One of our senior franchise consultants is in touch within 1 business day. No hard sell, no homework, no obligation.
Discovery & fit
A 30-minute call to talk through your goals, finances, and what you actually want out of this. We tell you honestly if Chatime is the right move.
Site, application & approval
We help you find the right Sydney location. You complete the formal application. Our legal and property teams guide you through every page.
Train, fit out, open
3 weeks of training in the T-Brewery. Fit-out managed alongside you. Then your grand opening, with Chatime's full marketing muscle behind you.
What most franchise pitches won't tell you.
Running a Chatime isn't passive income. It's a real business with real hours, real staff decisions, and real days that don't go to plan. In year one, most new franchisees are in store more than they expected. Most loved it anyway.
Here's the deal we make with you. You bring the drive, the people skills, and the willingness to learn. We bring a proven system, a brand people already queue for, and a support team that has done this 155+ times before. The result doesn't come from magic. It comes from a good operator running a great system.
If you were hoping for "buy a franchise, ignore it, get rich" then Chatime isn't for you and we'd rather tell you now. If you're hoping for a business that can grow into two, three, more stores, with your name on the lease and a team beside you, we should talk.
What does a Chatime in Sydney actually cost?
Total investment in Sydney sits between $275,000 and $375,000 AUD + GST. That's comparable to a quality independent cafe fit-out, with a proven brand, proven product, and proven system included. Two formats to suit different sites and trading styles.
Kiosk
- Compact footprint, lower fit-out cost
- Designed for high foot traffic locations
- Full brand POS and Loyal-tea app integration
- Franchise fee and 3-week training included
- National marketing support from day one
Inline Store
- Full product range including seasonal specials
- Dine-in and takeaway capability
- Digital menu boards and full branded fit-out
- In-store loyalty and Chatime app integration
- 3-week blended training program (T-Brewery + in-store)
- Ongoing national marketing and local activation
All figures are indicative and exclude GST. Final investment depends on site, fit-out scope, and location. A $1,000 fully refundable deposit secures your place in the formal application process. Full figures appear in the Franchise Disclosure Document, which we share with qualified applicants well before any commitment is made.
You will never be doing this alone.
Chatime's national team covers every part of your business. You focus on the tea and the team. We cover the rest.
Training and onboarding
A 3-week blended program combining virtual classrooms with hands-on T-Brewery experience. Beverage craft, team leadership, cost control, local marketing. You're fully ready before opening day.
National marketing
Chatime runs national campaigns, social media, and the 1.3-million-member Loyal-tea app. Customers are already being driven to your territory. You don't have to be a marketer on top of everything else.
Accounting and finance
Dedicated accounting support to help you understand your numbers, manage cash flow, and make informed decisions. No "learn spreadsheets after hours" expected.
HR and compliance
Templates, employment tools, and compliance guidance to recruit, manage, and retain your team, all in line with Australian workplace law. You get real people to call, not just a PDF library.
Supply chain
A fully managed supply chain delivers ingredients, packaging, and equipment on time at competitive rates. No sourcing headaches, no vendor chasing, no quality lotteries.
IT and systems
Purpose-built POS, Loyal-tea app integration, and real-time store reporting. Clear visibility of your business without needing to become a tech expert.
Don't take our word for it. Take theirs.
"Choosing Chatime was the best business decision I have ever made. The support from the franchise team is exceptional and the brand recognition means customers walk in on day one. I never felt like I was doing it on my own."
"It's a highly structured business model that is ideal for first-time business owners like myself. The training, the support, the people. It's a decision you won't regret. I've now opened multiple stores and I'm still learning."
"We wanted a family business that we could grow together. Chatime gave us a proven system and a brand our customers already loved. Three years later, we're a two-store family and looking at our third. It's been the best thing we've done."
Your Chatime, right here in Sydney
We're actively looking for the right operators to open across Sydney and its surrounding growth corridors.
Sydney Territory at a Glance
Franchise territories available across Sydney and surrounding suburbs.
Sip your curiosi-tea.
The questions most people ask us before they enquire. If yours isn't here, ask us directly in the form below.
How much does a Chatime franchise cost in Sydney?
Total investment typically ranges from $275,000 to $375,000 AUD + GST, depending on store format and site. This covers the franchise fee, fit-out, equipment, training, and opening stock. A $1,000 fully refundable deposit secures your place in the formal application process.
Do I need food and beverage experience?
No. Many of our most successful franchisees came from corporate careers, other industries, or running family businesses outside F&B. Our 3-week blended training program covers everything you need, from drink craft to staff leadership to local marketing activation.
Are there Chatime opportunities available in Sydney right now?
Yes. There are 12 NSW franchise opportunities open at time of publication, all of them in Greater Sydney, with Sydney a priority market. Both new greenfield sites and established resales are available. Territories are allocated following a qualification process, so the earlier you start the conversation, the more choice you have.
What store formats does Chatime offer?
Two formats: kiosk stores (typically in shopping centre food courts) and inline stores (street-front, food courts, and larger retail tenancies). Which format suits you depends on the specific site, trading style, and investment level. We'll help you work that out.
What ongoing support does Chatime provide?
National marketing, HR compliance, supply chain, IT and POS, accounting guidance, and a dedicated franchise business consultant who you can actually call. We also run an active franchisee community where operators share what's working in their stores.
Can I own more than one Chatime store?
Absolutely. Multi-site ownership is actively encouraged. Many top Chatime franchisees operate two or more stores, and top performers get priority access to new territory releases through our Area Developer program.
What's the franchise agreement term?
The standard Chatime agreement is 5 years with renewal options available. Full terms appear in the Franchise Disclosure Document, which we share with qualified applicants well before any financial commitment is required. We believe in no surprises.
What actually happens after I submit the form?
Within 1 business day, a senior franchise consultant will email you the Chatime Franchise Information Pack and offer to book a confidential 30-minute call. That's it. No hard sell, no pressure, no sales sequence. If Chatime isn't right for you, we'll tell you honestly.
Let's brew your
Chatime in Sydney.
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