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Franchising with 
The French Workshop

Golden spoon serving creamy crème brûlée
Colorful macarons, some whole, some broken, arranged on marble
Iced latte, croissants, The French Workshop Artisan Bakery
Raspberry cake slices from French Workshop
Delicious chicken and avocado sandwiches
Golden croissants on cooling rack

Average Gross Sales

$5,037,757*

Franchisee Criteria

- A minimum net worth of $1,500,000

- At least $500,000 in liquid assets

- Restaurant/hospitality experience required

*$5,037,757 is the average gross sales in 2023 for our 3 company-owned locations.  Individual results may differ.  
Please refer to Item 19 of our Franchise Disclosure Document for more information.   

Coffee, Bakery and Bliss

all in one place.

The French Workshop is an artisan bakery-café chain founded in 2015, drawing inspiration from the boulangeries of Paris. With a refined, open-concept workshop, we proudly showcase our signature pastries, cakes, croissants, and sandwiches, along with an extensive selection of coffees and beverages.

With bakery-cafés amounting to a $17.1 billion business in the U.S. alone, and market size expected to increase over the next five years*, The French Workshop stands at the forefront of this thriving industry.

*ibisworld.com/industry-statistics/market-size/bakery-cafes-united-states

A modern bakery showcases colorful macarons and pastries

Available Markets

Existing Locations (Limited Availability)

Priority Growth Markets

Map highlighting NY, PA, NJ, DE, CT, MA, DC, and VA
Two delicious pistachio-filled pastries

With You Every

Step of the Way

Marble Surface
Stylized 'fw' logo made from coffee beans on a white marble surface.

Site Selection Assistance

Guidance and support in selecting the location for your shop, leveraging market insights and strategic considerations to maximize your potential for success.

Construction & Design Support

Assistance throughout the construction and design process, ensuring that your shop reflects the brand's identity while optimizing functionality and visual appeal.

Training

Comprehensive training programs and Learning Management System (LMS) modules cover every aspect of running a shop, from customer service excellence to effective operational practices. These programs ensure that you and your team are confident and well-prepared to deliver a superior experience to your guests.

Coffee beans forming abstract design

Operational Support

Ongoing guidance, coaching, and support from industry veterans to help you enhance your front and back-of-house operations.

Dynamic Technology

A modern POS System and access to advanced tools for inventory management, loyalty, e-gift cards, scheduling, loss prevention, and guest sentiment.

Strategic Marketing & PR

Expert marketing strategies and PR initiatives designed to enhance brand visibility, attract customers, and cultivate a loyal following within your local community.

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Initial Inquiry

1

Introductory Call

2

Review Franchise Disclosure Document

3

Attend Discovery Day

4

Sign Your FranchiseAgreement

5

Site Selection

6

Construction

7

Training

8

Grand Opening

9

FAQ

Press

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Please fill out the form below and a franchise representative will contact you.

We are considering only experienced, restaurant operators at this time.

(Minimum $500,000)

(Minimum $1,500,000)

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