Chicken Cottage vs Creams Cafe Franchise

Chicken Cottage and Creams Cafe are both UK franchise opportunities listed on Franchise Hunt. Creams Cafe has the lower minimum investment at £15,000, compared with £150,000 for Chicken Cottage. Chicken Cottage is the older brand, established in 1994. Creams Cafe operates the larger UK network with 100 outlets versus 70.

FactChicken CottageCreams Cafe
Minimum investment£150,000£15,000
Founded19942008
UK outlets70100
Training includedYesYes
FinancingThird PartyThird Party
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Chicken Cottage vs Creams Cafe FAQ

Which is cheaper, Chicken Cottage or Creams Cafe?

Creams Cafe is the cheaper franchise of the two, starting from £15,000 compared with £150,000 for Chicken Cottage. These are minimum investment figures; total project cost may be higher.

Which has been around longer, Chicken Cottage or Creams Cafe?

Chicken Cottage is the older brand, established in 1994, while Creams Cafe was founded in 2008.

Which has more UK outlets, Chicken Cottage or Creams Cafe?

Creams Cafe runs the larger UK network with 100 outlets compared with 70 for Chicken Cottage.

Do Chicken Cottage and Creams Cafe both include training?

Chicken Cottage and Creams Cafe both include training for new franchisees.

Is financing available for Chicken Cottage and Creams Cafe?

Chicken Cottage financing: Third Party. Creams Cafe financing: Third Party. Contact each franchisor directly to confirm available funding support.

Reviewed by the Franchise Hunt editorial team. Last updated 14 May 2026.