Australia's #1 Pop-Up Retail Cafe Service

Short-Term Pop Up Cafés For Commercial Buildings

Short-term retail coffee needs have changed—when a vendor closes, a lease ends, or a transition period opens up, buildings can’t afford a dip in amenity.

Australia’s leading property groups are turning to plug-and-play pop up cafes—a fully equipped, mobile retail coffee solution that keeps staff and tenants supported with exceptional specialty coffee, without the operational complexity.

Avoid service gaps and elevate the tenant experience with our barista-led pop-up retail cafe, available for rapid deployment across commercial buildings nationwide.

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What Is A Pop-Up Retail Café?

A pop-up retail café is a short-term, fully equipped coffee solution for commercial buildings.

When a vendor leaves or a lease gap appears, we step in with a ready-to-run café—complete with baristas, equipment and specialty coffee.

It keeps your staff and tenants supported with a premium café experience, without the operational complexity.

Available across Melbourne, Sydney and major Australian cities.

Our Four Step Process

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Step One

Submit an enquiry online and connect with our team on a discovery call. We’ll confirm your building’s needs, timelines and the ideal pop-up café setup.

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Step Two

We tailor a short-term retail café solution for your space and share a clear proposal outlining inclusions, setup requirements and service options.

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Step Three

Once approved, our team handles everything—delivery, installation & barista onboarding. Your pop-up café is activated quickly with a clean, professional setup.

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Step Four

We check in regularly, gather feedback and refine the service as needed. When the term ends, we pack down seamlessly with no disruption to your building.

Pop-Up Retail Café Pricing

One simple model, built for short-term commercial leases.

We provide the full café setup and team – you simply agree the minimum revenue.

Minimum Revenue Model

A straightforward model where we agree on a minimum hourly, daily or weekly revenue for your pop-up café.
All sales through the till count towards this minimum – if takings fall short, you simply top up the difference.
  • Agree a minimum revenue target for the service window (hourly, daily or weekly).
  • All café sales are processed through our POS and counted towards the minimum.
  • If takings meet or exceed the minimum, no additional payment is required.
  • If takings are below the minimum, you top up the shortfall to the agreed amount.
  • Flexible terms for short-term leases, activations or vendor gaps.
  • Transparent reporting with post-period sales summaries.
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Experience A Full-Service Cafe In Your Building

We take care of everything from setup and service to pack-down—so you can keep a premium café experience in your building without the operational headache.

  • Professional barista/s dedicated to your pop-up café
  • Fully equipped coffee station with state-of-the-art La Marzocco machine/s
  • Specialty Coffee On Cue house blend, ethically sourced and locally roasted
  • Rotating single origin options to keep regulars engaged
  • Customisable beverage menu tailored to your tenants and building profile
  • Optional food, grab-and-go and snack add-ons for a true retail café feel
  • Fast deployment and clean removal with minimal disruption to the lobby or concourse
  • Optional branding and signage to align with your building or anchor tenant
  • Transparent sales and performance reporting across the pop-up term

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Testimonials From Our Corporate Clients

Shaun rogers

"Coffee On Cue has helped bring the space to life with a top-notch experience and brew."

Shaun Rogers | Director, Workplace Change & Communications | JLL

Barry moore

"A real benchmark for workplace coffee. The fit-out and coffee bar looks amazing"

Barry Moore | Managing Director | La Marzocco Australia

Kara collins

"The baristas are the greatest value add; they're lovely & greet us in a beautiful manner."

Kara Collins | Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lead | JLL

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Enjoy A Fresh, Grab-and-Go Food Menu That Completes Your Pop-Up Café

Enhance your pop-up retail café with a fresh, daily-delivered grab-and-go menu—from healthy sandwiches and salads to energising snacks and premium drinks.

Every item is prepared by trusted local partners and designed to suit busy commercial buildings.

And we handle everything—stocking, rotation, replenishment and daily delivery—creating a complete café experience without adding operational load to your team.

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We Help You Deliver A More Sustainable Pop-Up Café Experience

Our pop-up retail cafés are built with sustainability in mind—from ethical sourcing to waste-reduction systems that minimise your building’s environmental footprint.

Through reusable packaging, responsible supply chains and our partnership with Go Zero Waste, we create a service that’s cleaner, smarter and aligned with your organisation’s sustainability goals.

Whether your pop-up runs for weeks or months, we support a greener service at every stage.

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Enhance Your Pop-Up Café With Smart, Transparent Reporting

Our tech-enabled ecosystem, powered by Square, gives you a clear line of sight over your pop-up café’s performance—from sales trends and product demand to sustainability impact and ROI.

With real-time dashboards, POS integrations and simple digital workflows, you get a seamless service on the ground and powerful insights behind the scenes.

It’s a smarter, more transparent way to operate a pop-up café inside your building.

FAQs For Pop-Up Retail Café

How long can we run a pop-up retail café for?

We offer flexible terms to suit your building’s needs—from a few weeks to several months. We’ll work with you to find a duration that supports your tenant experience and operational goals.

How quickly can the pop-up café be installed?

Once site details are confirmed, we can typically install and activate your pop-up café within 3–7 business days. Our setup is designed for minimal disruption to your lobby or concourse.

What equipment do we need to provide?

None. We supply the full café setup, including carts, La Marzocco machines, grinders, refrigeration, consumables and POS. All we require is access to basic power and water where available.

How does the minimum revenue model work?

We agree on a minimum hourly, daily or weekly revenue target. All takings through the till contribute toward that minimum—if sales fall short, you simply top up the difference. This ensures predictable cost control with complete transparency.

Can you cater for dietary requirements and food variety?

Absolutely. Our grab-and-go menu includes vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, alongside a wide range of fresh daily SKUs. We’ll tailor the menu mix based on your building profile.

Do you handle maintenance, cleaning and servicing?

Yes. We take care of all machine maintenance, daily cleaning and ongoing servicing throughout the pop-up term, ensuring a consistently high-quality service.

What reporting do we receive?

You’ll receive clear and transparent reporting on sales, foot traffic, consumption patterns, product trends and sustainability metrics—helping you measure engagement and ROI across the pop-up period.

Which regions do you serve?

We operate across Melbourne, Sydney and most major Australian cities. For other areas, simply reach out and we’ll confirm availability.

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