Sit-down or drive-through? Franchise or independent? Here's a breakdown of the costs and considerations of running your coffee shop and where to start.

Like with any other business, running your own coffee shop involves several costs – from equipment and utilities to marketing and taxes. These are the key costs you’ll need to consider.

People told Desiree Kintyhtt that her plan to open a design business and coffee shop in this northeastern North Dakota town would fail. But Kintyhtt, along with her pastry chef daughter, knew better.

The founder of Aura Espresso Room in downtown Lancaster is selling the small coffee shop to new owners who plan to maintain its status quo. George Zagas, who opened the 44 N. Queen St. coffee shop ...