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In 2025, the coffee market in Southern Russia experienced steady price growth alongside the expansion of café networks. Data from Check Index and Kontur.Fokus reveal key trends in Rostov Oblast and Krasnodar Krai.
- Rising Coffee Prices and Consumer Demand
By December 2025, the average price of a cup of coffee in Rostov Oblast reached 209 rubles (+17% YoY).
In Krasnodar Krai, the average price was 223 rubles (+15% YoY).
Despite price increases, consumer demand remained stable, driven by milk-based drinks and combo purchases.
Top Coffee Choices: Over 80% of sales come from cappuccino and latte.
Combo Orders: Many consumers pair coffee with pastries, sandwiches, or desserts.
Average Check: Rostov-on-Don ranked in the top 10 Russian cities over one million residents by café spending, with the average check at 494 rubles in autumn 2025.
- Café Infrastructure Growth
The rise in prices did not stop café expansion:
Rostov Oblast: 513 cafés (+11.5%)
Krasnodar Krai: 792 cafés (+11.9%)
- Strategic Opportunities
Experts highlight a shift in growth from central urban areas to residential districts, where high-quality coffee outlets are scarce. This trend opens new opportunities for entrepreneurs in Southern Russia’s coffee market.
