Paris Baguette

While the lessons of the 2020 pandemic for restaurants are still being sorted out, bakery café franchise <a href="https://us.parisbaguettefamily.com/about-paris-baguette-franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=paris-baguette-sees-a-big-future-in-a-small-footprint-2716657" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Paris Baguette</a> demonstrated that nimble, small-footprint restaurants and laser-focused menus are breaking away from the pack.&nbsp;An international brand with 4,000 locations worldwide, <a href="https://1851franchise.com/parisbaguette">Paris Baguette</a> came to the U.S. about 10 years ago with an established and enthusiastic fan base. Since then, it has established nearly 100 locations in markets across the U.S., steadily becoming one of the premier franchise opportunities in the bakery café category.But last year, when the restaurant industry had perhaps the most challenging year in history, Paris Baguette emerged as one of the best bets in franchising. It launched 15 U.S. locations, on its way to reach 1,000 units across the U.S. by 2030. Currently, Paris Baguette has nearly 90 stores in the U.S. with about 52 new locations in the construction pipeline.“We are so proud to be thriving right now. It’s been a tough year for the industry, but I think we have been ahead of the curve in terms of creating the kinds of spaces that work for franchisees,” said <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmele/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=paris-baguette-sees-a-big-future-in-a-small-footprint-2716657" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Mark Mele</a>, Paris Baguette’s chief development officer. “We offer flexible footprints along with a sharply focused menu. This allows our stores to go into a variety of different kinds of locations and serve our customers in a way that suits them best.”Well before the pandemic, Paris Baguette married the quality of freshly made bakery items with efficient location sizes, which meant it was organically at the forefront <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2020/06/23/business/restaurant-menus-shrinking/index.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=paris-baguette-sees-a-big-future-in-a-small-footprint-2716657" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">of what’s become the hottest trend in restaurants</a>.“Paris Baguette is thriving in a time when other restaurants in our category seem to be having an identity crisis,” said Mele. “Watching our franchise partners do well is proof that we have a business model that works and one that our customers want, and that our growth will continue for the foreseeable future.”&nbsp;As other bakery chains bloated their menus or experimented with full-service stores, Paris Baguette held steady to its small store sizes, grab-and-go or dine in options, plus focused menus.&nbsp;This proved not only useful in times of dining room restrictions and social-distancing mandates, but it was simpler from an operational standpoint. Just look at the bottom-line numbers: according to the Franchise Disclosure Document, stores have a high average unit volume (AUV): $2,249,864. When compared against start-up costs ($709,193 - $1,386,292), Paris Baguette AUV gives franchisees a powerful return on investment.&nbsp;New Philadelphia <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uWlHvA6VkQGf_-aIRHPikvBUto122hzGetaZtJlzzRs/edit?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=paris-baguette-sees-a-big-future-in-a-small-footprint-2716657#heading=h.loy56m9wrb2y" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">franchise owner Jung Ahn</a> thinks the Paris Baguettes model made more sense than other franchises he looked into. “I’ve researched the competitors and looked into their business models, and Paris Baguette is hands down the leader in the industry,” he said.&nbsp; “We’re entering markets that haven’t been tapped before with this type of bakery café model.”Leaders of Paris Baguette believe that its scale will continue to be a competitive advantage, particularly as its competitors seem to have lost focus as to who they are as a brand. Additionally, with labor prices and shortages, investors will think twice about moving into full-service restaurants that require not more upfront costs, but offer complex operational challenges.&nbsp;The total investment to franchise with Paris Baguette ranges from $709,193 to $1,386,292, including a $50,000 franchise fee. If you enter into an area development agreement, you must develop a minimum of four stores. For more information on franchising with Paris Baguette, please visit <a href="https://parisbaguettefamily.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=paris-baguette-sees-a-big-future-in-a-small-footprint-2716657" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://parisbaguettefamily.com/.</a>

Paris Baguette Sees a Big Future in a Small Footprint

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Setting itself apart with an economical grab-and-go model, this global bakery café franchise is on the rise in the United States. 

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MOONACHIE, N.J.&nbsp;— Following a year of remarkable growth in 2025, including 77 new cafés opened and nearly 300 more awarded,&nbsp;<a href="https://ownaparisbaguette.com/">Paris Baguette</a>, the global franchise with over 290 cafés across the U.S., will attend the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.multiunitfranchisingconference.com/">Multi-Unit Franchising Conference</a> March 24-27. As they continue to grow,&nbsp;<a href="http://1851franchise.com/parisbaguette/info">Paris Baguette</a> has remained committed to upholding the highest standards throughout the system, from initial franchisee onboarding to the in-café guest experience. MUFC represents another key opportunity for the brand to continue this growth and collaboration.“As a growing brand, it’s essential that we remain connected throughout our system and with other leaders in the industry,” said CEO&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-tipton-0526324">Darren Tipton</a>. “MUFC gives us an opportunity to continue building on our momentum, nurture collaboration both among our teams and with the broader multi-unit community, and highlight Paris Baguette as a leader in the industry and a prime opportunity for skilled multi-unit owners looking to grow their portfolios.”Over the course of the conference, Paris Baguette owners and leadership will have opportunities to hear from experts, gain new perspectives and weigh in on key topics for multi-unit franchisees. Topics include the guest experience, the meaning of value and service for today’s employees and consumers, financing for growth, and operations and profitability strategies.For Paris Baguette, which has emphasized franchisee engagement, support, and alignment as they grow, these conversations, workshops, and networking opportunities are another way to support healthy, long-term growth.“The people behind Paris Baguette are what make us who we are,” Tipton said. “Continuing to emphasize that personal aspect and leaning into a franchise-first model that recognizes the value of a clear, cohesive culture and a supported, satisfied franchisee base will be a key factor in our ongoing success.”In addition to strategic alignment across multiple levels of the Paris Baguette franchise system, Paris Baguette will also be hosting a booth at #2125 and #2123 to showcase their model, growth opportunities for prospective franchise owners, and hand out free samples.&nbsp;With strong momentum across North America and a format built for growth, Paris Baguette continues to stand out for entrepreneurs seeking a bakery café brand with both scale and neighborhood appeal.The Paris Baguette team will be available to discuss their industry-leading support, elevated café design, and growth opportunities across the country.For more information, visit the Paris Baguette team at Booth&nbsp;#2125 and #2123 or email kkeith@parisbaguette.com to schedule a meeting.ABOUT PARIS BAGUETTE: Paris Baguette is a bakery café franchise with more than 4,000 units across the globe. The global brand first franchised in the U.S. in 2015 and has since established over 290 locations in markets across North America, making them one of the premier franchise opportunities in their category. Paris Baguette’s primary mission, executed every day by their expert staff of bakers, cakers, and baristas, is to provide guests with a warm, welcoming bakery café experience that creates joy for all. To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://ownaparisbaguette.com/.">https://ownaparisbaguette.com/.</a>&nbsp;

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After opening 77 cafés and awarding nearly 300 more in 2025, the global bakery café franchise will connect with high-growth multi-unit owners and drive innovation and alignment throughout the system.

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In a recent episode of the&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/paris-baguette-and-the-road-to-1-000-restaurants-with/id1448762355?i=1000750526071">“QSR Uncut” podcast</a>,&nbsp;<a href="http://ownaparisbaguette.com">Paris Baguette</a> Chief Development Officer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-scaccio-83728422">Nick Scaccio</a> sat down with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyklein14/">Danny Klein</a> to discuss the rapid growth the bakery café franchise has experienced across North America. When Scaccio joined the brand in 2020, there were 73 cafés in the U.S. Now, there are more than 290 cafés across the country with hundreds more in development.Scaccio attributes much of this momentum to&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/parisbaguette/info">Paris Baguette’s</a> unique brand identity that prioritizes the highest quality across a range of freshly-made breads and pastries, fresh sandwiches and salads, handcrafted beverages, and both cake slices and whole cakes. With such diversity in the menu, Paris Baguette is relevant across all dayparts, from morning pastries and coffee to lunchtime grab-and-go items.Over the last few years, Paris Baguette has seen incredible growth, defying industry trends of stalled growth. Scaccio pointed to a people-first philosophy as the primary driver of this growth, emphasizing the importance of a strong partnership between the corporate team and local operators.“How genuine someone is about loving the brand is critical,” Scaccio said on the podcast. “So we talk openly about the menu, what they've tried, which franchise owners they've contacted, and how the conversations went. We meet in person, when and where possible … And then, if there are other businesses, we'll tour and spend time and even meet some members of their team. I think all of that is critical before entering an extremely long-term relationship. We take that very seriously, and we appreciate that our franchise owners do, too.”Looking ahead, Paris Baguette is showing no signs of slowing down. With a goal of reaching 1,000 U.S. units by 2030, Scaccio says he expects to have that number fully accounted for between open cafés and awarded development deals by the end of the quarter. As the franchise continues to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of communities across the country, they’re proving a focus on hospitality and execution remains key to success in competitive markets.Listen to the full podcast&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/paris-baguette-and-the-road-to-1-000-restaurants-with/id1448762355?i=1000750526071">here</a>.To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://ownaparisbaguette.com">https://ownaparisbaguette.com</a> or&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/parisbaguette.">https://1851franchise.com/parisbaguette.</a>&nbsp;

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