Panera Bread Franchise Opportunity

Panera Bread Franchise Snapshot

Current Locations (Approx): 1112
Initial Term: 20

Panera Bread Franchise Cost

Liquid Capital Required: $1,200,000
Net Worth Required: $3,000,000
Total Investment: $1,117,000 - $3,464,000
Franchise Fee: $100,000
Minimum Royalty Fee: 5%
Maximum Advertising Fee: 3.00%

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Panera Bread Franchise Description

About Panera LLC

Panera LLC offers a franchise for Panera Bread Bakery-Cafe, specializing in fresh bakery goods, sandwiches, salads, custom roasted coffees, and other cafe beverages. Founded with a commitment to quality and customer service, Panera Bread aims to offer a warm, inviting dining experience.

Investment Details

Total investment necessary: $1,117,000 to $3,464,000 (excluding real estate costs)
Initial franchise fee: $35,000
Optional technology products and services: up to $40,000
Initial working capital: $100,000 (for area development)

Key Takeaways

Comprehensive training and support provided
Strong brand recognition and customer loyalty
Commitment to clean ingredients and a transparent food policy
Opportunity to contribute to the community through a welcoming cafe environment

Panera Bread Franchise Disclosure Documents

Franchise Disclosure Documents are available for free download. 3-page PDF files are available without entering your name and email address, and full-length PDF files are available for free download after entering your name, phone, and email address.

The Most Recent FDD for Panera Bread is From 2019.

2019 FDD (Preview) 2019 FDD (Full)

Previous Franchise Disclosure Document Versions:

2018 FDD (Preview) 2018 FDD (Full)

2017 FDD (Preview) 2017 FDD (Full)

2016 FDD (Preview) 2016 FDD (Full)

2015 FDD (Preview) 2015 FDD (Full)

2014 FDD (Preview) 2014 FDD (Full)

2013 FDD (Preview) 2013 FDD (Full)

2012 FDD (Preview) 2012 FDD (Full)

In The News

US franchise giant Flynn Group bolsters Panera Bread footprint with 13-café acquisition
US franchise giant Flynn Group bolsters Panera Bread footprint with 13-café acquisition
Published on 09/13/2024 in World Coffee Portal

Panera Bread franchise owner — and Newsom's donor — is going to raise wages after all
Panera Bread franchise owner — and Newsom's donor — is going to raise wages after all
Published on 07/04/2024 in MSN

Billionaire donor to Newsom and Panera Bread franchise owner said he’ll raise California minimum wage for staff
Billionaire donor to Newsom and Panera Bread franchise owner said he’ll raise California minimum wage for staff
Published on 03/06/2024 in Washington Examiner

Official Panera Bread Franchising Website