The bakery group has initiated an acceleration of its franchise development in France. In the context of restoration recomposition, the network intends to strengthen its network in city centers with high potential, mixed neighborhoods and passing trade, with several openings planned in 2026.
Founded in 1990 in Brussels by Alain Coumont, Le Pain Quotidien was built around organic sourdough bread and a friendly table. His DNA : simple and high-quality recipes… and a warm experience embodied by the large common table, brand signature. With 220 franchise restaurants spread across 21 countries, the model is based on its fundamentals : the bread, the table, the sharing. Le Pain Quotidien has thus established itself as an international reference in committed bakery-catering. In a context where consumers are looking for authenticity and mixed living spaces, the brand benefits from a clear and coherent positioning. Le Pain Quotidien continues its momentum 
of expansion and wishes to accelerate its coverage on French territory. Already, several openings are planned in 2026 with a strategy targeted at premium city centers, high flow locations, mixed neighborhoods combining offices and residential, passing trade on the way to work (travel retail).
An offer in line with new consumption patterns
The brand is looking for involved entrepreneurs, both managers and traders, wishing to enroll in a structured development project. Le Pain Quotidien offers its franchisees a concept proven for over 35 years using a well-known brand, a differentiating know-how… without forgetting complete support between training, opening and animation of the network.
