Having built a reputation as a Master Roaster since 1919, Maison A.L. Van Houtte opened the first café-bistro concept several decades later in Montreal, Canada. Coffee fanciers were quick to fall in love with the exceptional quality of the blends. We carefully source our beans from around the world and still roast them using traditional European small-batch methods to bring out the best flavours.

Proud of our heritage, we continue to develop and market new coffees and other premium products in innovative ways, to the delight of our customers and their palates.

Own a Van Houtte café-bistro – an exhilarating challenge

With the goal of becoming the leader in café-bistros across Quebec, Van Houtte offers an exhilarating challenge for ambitious candidates interested in owning one.

Looking for a stimulating work environment with a competitive company that’s in full expansion? Van Houtte is well-established with an excellent reputation – why not join our big family and grow with us?

A flexible concept

Van Houtte café-bistros are found in the most dynamic areas and commercial environments and vary in sizes from 400 to 3,000 square feet. Every detail is adapted to the local environment and clientele, and their warm, contemporary and inviting atmosphere respect the standards established by Van Houtte.

Benefit from our vast experience

As a Van Houtte café-bistro franchisee, you can count on our expert team to provide support in all phases of your business project: site selection, lease negotiation, business plan preparation, financial and management training, advertising and promotional campaigns, as well as research & development.  

Read about us in Québec Franchise and Le chef et l'épicier (in French only).

For more information, contact Claude Monette by phone at 514 789-4661/ 1 877 593-7722, ext. 7894661 or by email .

If you wish to apply to become a Van Houtte franchise owner, simply fill out this form and email it  or fax it at 514.593.4198 to us.