Franchise Overview

While the “fast casual” bakery/café concept has gained popularity with consumers, developers and investors in recent years, Paradise Bakery & Café was one of the pioneers in this segment of the restaurant industry. Since its founding in 1976, the Company has followed a conservative growth strategy, choosing to establish its brand and reputation in the industry before expanding its presence.  

As of 1-01-08, we have the following number of Bakery & Cafés open and operating:

We have had significant interest in franchising opportunities as Paradise has successful cafe, downtown, resort, airport and food court locations.  We are presently not offering franchise opportunities.  In 2009 we will be looking to franchise on a very limited basis, and only in certain key geographic markets.  For those markets, we are looking for established multi-unit operators to join our passion driven culture as franchisees and make a commitment to high quality, delicious, freshly prepared food served with exceptional customer service in a warm and inviting atmosphere. 

General Qualifications:

ü       Prior experience as a successful multi-unit restaurant owner/operator;

ü       Strong leadership and management skills with a minimum of 5 years in the restaurant industry;

ü       Minimum net worth of $2.5 million with sufficient cash liquidity and financial resources to open and operate a minimum of 5 locations over the next 2-3 years,  Paradise Bakery does not sell single-unit franchises;

ü       Entrepreneurial management style that will thrive within the operational guidelines set forth in the Paradise Bakery & Cafe “Ideal Scene”;

ü       And you must possess a passion for “great people serving great food”!

Additional Information:

Paradise Bakery & Café, Inc. IS NOT REGISTERED AND MAY NOT SELL FRANCHISES IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota,  New York, North Dakota, South Dakota, Rhode Island, Virginia, Wisconsin