Coffee Shop Insurance

Tailored coverage for your coffee shop business insurance needs

Running a coffee shop is about more than brewing a perfect cup. It's about creating a welcoming space for your customers and a safe, successful workplace for your staff. That's where coffee shop insurance comes in. At Progressive Commercial, we can help you find coverage tailored to different types of cafés.

What is coffee shop insurance?

Coffee shop insurance is a customized business insurance policy that protects you from the everyday risks that come with serving the public. Whether it's a slip and fall accident, spoiled ingredients, or coverage for a mobile café truck, the right insurance can help you stay on track.

Explore your coverage options below to learn more about how coffee shop insurance from Progressive Commercial can help your business. When you're ready, you can get a quote online or talk to our team of insurance experts.

Why café insurance is important

Coffee shop owners should consider insurance because it provides financial protection against common risks. Your café relies on refrigerators and espresso machines to keep things running like clockwork. Likewise, working with hot liquids carries risk, no matter how careful or well-trained employees are. Insurance allows you to get financial support when something unexpected happens.

For example, imagine an employee accidentally activates the steam wand on the espresso machine, burning another barista. Or say a storm causes a power outage and all your perishable ingredients go bad. In cases like these, coffee shop insurance can cover the costs, helping you get back to serving your customers with minimal downtime and expense.

Does your coffee shop need a COI?

Some commercial leases may require you to prove that you have business insurance before you can rent. With Progressive Commercial, you can quickly and easily get a certificate of insurance (COI) that summarizes the details of your policy.

Who needs coffee shop insurance?

Coffee shops aren't the only operations that can benefit from coverage. Any place where people gather to relax and share a warm drink should consider similar protection, including:

• Tea rooms Shops that sell baked goods and coffee but don't bake in-house Bookstores with a coffee counter

  Newsstands and kiosks with a coffee cart Specialty food stores that brew coffee

Coffee shop insurance can be useful regardless of how your company is structured. Whether you're running an LLC, sole proprietorship, or launching a startup, having insurance for the risks you face can help you brew up success long term.

Types of insurance for coffee shops

Every coffee shop is unique, but most need similar kinds of protection. The right policy can cover your business, whether you're running a cozy neighborhood café or a busy chain. Explore some common types of coffee shop insurance to consider.

General liability (GL)

General liability is a must-have coverage for most small businesses. It covers you financially if someone gets hurt in your shop or if you accidentally damage someone else's property. It also protects against personal and advertising injury. Learn more about the benefits of GL and how much general liability costs.

Example: An employee spills milk on the ground. Before you have a chance to clean it up, a customer slips and falls, injuring themselves. General liability can pay for the customer's medical bills.

Business owners policy (BOP)

Many coffee shop owners appreciate the ease and flexibility of a BOP. It combines liability insurance with coverage for your business property, like your espresso machines, furniture, and even your building. You can enhance a BOP with add-on protections for things like equipment breakdown, cyber risks, and more. Explore our BOP coverage guide to see how you can customize a policy for your coffee shop.

Example: A fire in your building damages expensive espresso equipment. The commercial property portion of your BOP can pay to replace the equipment, so you can get back to pulling shots.

Commercial auto

If your coffee shop depends on business vehicles, such as a van or mobile food truck, you probably need commercial auto insurance. Most states legally require auto liability coverage to pay for injuries or damage to others if you cause an accident. You can add protection for equipment, drivers, and vehicles so you're financially covered on the road. Discover more about commercial auto coverages and what options make sense for your café.

Example: You use a company van to deliver ingredients to multiple locations. On the road, you get into an accident. The right commercial auto policy can help you repair your vehicle and pay for the other driver's damage.

Workers' compensation

State laws usually require businesses with employees to have workers' compensation insurance. This coverage pays for medical costs and lost wages if staffers get injured or because of their job. Learn more about the cost of workers' compensation.

Example: An employee is preparing a bulk batch of tea and spills boiling water on themself, causing serious burns. Workers' comp can pay for the employee's medical care and help cover lost wages until they can return to work.

Food spoilage

Coffee shops should consider adding food spoilage coverage to their BOP. It can pay to replace inventory and ingredients that go bad because of something that's covered on your policy, like vandalism or a hailstorm that causes a power outage.

Example: A windstorm knocks out your power lines. The fridge stops working overnight, and all your dairy and other perishable ingredients go bad. Spoilage coverage can pay to replace the food, so you can recover quickly and minimize out-of-pocket expenses.

Coffee shop insurance cost

Coffee shop insurance costs vary, but with Progressive Commercial, you can find a policy that fits your budget. Your premium is based on key factors, like where your shop is located, how many staffers you have, and the types of coverage you choose.

For example, a high-volume stand with a dozen employees might pay more for insurance than a quiet café with only two workers. That's because more activity means more risk, and insurance is here to help you manage it.

A few things that affect the cost of business insurance for coffee shop owners:

• Location
• Number of employees
• Cost of special equipment
• Coverage limits
• Types of coverage
• Claims history
• Having company vehicles
• Driving history

The good news is that you can choose coverages and policy limits that fit your needs. If you have any questions along the way, our agents are here to help.

Coffee shop business insurance through Progressive Commercial

No matter the size of your coffee shop, Progressive Commercial has you covered with a wide range of specialized protection tailored to your business.

With 50⁺ years of experience and nearly round-the-clock support, we're there when you need us and have the knowledge to assist you.

Start a free quote for insurance for your coffee shop today. You can choose the coverages you want or talk to an agent for expert guidance.

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