Panera Bread
Panera Bread Bakery-Cafes sell fresh bakery goods, sandwiches, soups, salads, mac & cheese, coffee and cafe beverages, and related merchandise through bakery-cafe locations that offer dine-in, carry-out, catering, and small-order delivery.
Your franchise match score
Food & Beverage
Brand highlights
- CEOJosé Alberto Dueñas
- Headquarters1400 South Highway Drive, Fenton, MO, 63026
- Year founded1993
- Year started franchising1993
- IndustryFood & Beverage
- Locations open2164 (+65 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$633,000 - $4,906,000
- Franchise fee$35,000
- Royalty5% of Net Sales
- Brand fund3.26% of Net Sales
- Required Liquid CapitalN/A
- Required Net WorthN/A
Learn more about the Food & Beverage industry:
The food and beverage industry offers diverse franchise opportunities, ranging from fast-casual dining to specialty cafes and food trucks. This sector is a resilient choice for entrepreneurs passionate about culinary trends and customer service.
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FDD insights
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2024-04-24
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| The Franchisor & Executives | Learn about Panera Bread, its parent company, and the executive leadership team responsible for operating and supporting the franchise system. | |
| Business Experience | Review the professional backgrounds and relevant business experience of Panera Bread's executives, directors, and key management personnel. | |
| Litigation | Understand any past or pending legal actions involving Panera Bread, its affiliates, or key personnel that may be relevant to prospective franchisees. | |
| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a Panera Bread franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information Panera Bread provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 2164 |
| Franchise locations | 1112 |
| Corporate locations | 1052 |
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