Paris Baguette opened 50-plus new cafes this year — with more planned for Q4
Paris Baguette continued its growth trajectory in 2026 as it aims to reach 1,000 locations in North America.
The bakery cafe chain had a strong third quarter, awarding 32 franchise agreements, signing 22 leases and opening 15 bakery cafes during the period. Year to date, Paris Baguette has awarded 119 franchise agreements, signed 83 leases and opened 53 new locations. The company said it has 40 cafes slated to open in the fourth quarter.
Third-quarter highlights also included an agreement for the first Paris Baguette cafe in Maine. The brand also opened its first New Mexico cafe, in Albuquerque, expanding its presence into another new market.
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"Paris Baguette was built around a simple idea: the neighborhood bakery cafe should be a place where people come together," said CEO Darren Tipton, who has led the chain since 2020. "As we continue growing across North America, we're seeing that idea resonate with franchisees and guests alike. We're incredibly excited to bring the warmth, hospitality and everyday joy of Paris Baguette to even more neighborhoods."
Earlier this year, the chain celebrated six consecutive years of positive comparable sales and traffic growth, noting that it is approaching $1 billion in systemwide sales.
"We're building more than a network of cafes, we're building places where people can gather, connect and feel at home," Tipton added. "That's at the heart of Paris Baguette, and it's incredibly rewarding to see our franchisees share that vision as we move closer to 1,000 cafes across North America."
Founded in South Korea, Paris Baguette first franchised in the U.S. in 2015, and now operates over 340 locations in markets across North America. It operates more than 4,000 locations worldwide.
At Paris Baguette locations, customers can find handcrafted cakes, pastries and breads baked fresh daily, along with sandwiches, salads and made-to-order beverages.
