Big Apple Bagels
- Ownership Requirement
- Full-time
- Business Type
- Franchise
Own a Neighborhood Bakery Café
Join the Big Apple Bagels family and serve freshly baked, made-from-scratch bagels and breakfast to your community.
Brand overview
Since 1993, Big Apple Bagels has grown into a national brand recognized for quality ingredients and personalized service. As a bakery-café franchise, owner-operators produce freshly baked bagels, gourmet muffins, and breakfast and lunch sandwiches alongside Brewster’s® brand coffee. The concept functions as both a retail destination and a wholesale distributorship, allowing owners to sell bulk baked goods to corporate clients and other businesses.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose Big Apple Bagels
A proven breakfast program doubles as a bakery-café, differentiating it from standard sandwich concepts. Multiple revenue streams exist beyond the dining room, including catering, wholesale distribution, and gift baskets. Clear and streamlined operations allow owners to focus on growing their business and serving customers. Family-friendly operating hours from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. mean owners can be home for dinner. You also benefit from 30 years of brand heritage recognized for quality ingredients, unique choices, and personalized service.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
Average Unit Volume (of top 25%)
$852,497 is the average unit volume of the top 25% of all franchised Big Apple Bagels (r) units in operation for the entire calendar year ending November 30, 2023. Of the 12 restaurants in the top 25%, the median volume was $847,444. There is no assurance, however, that you will do as well. See item 19 of the 2024 BAB Systems, Inc. Franchise Disclosure Document.
Total investment
$383,000–$603,000
Cash Required
$100,000
Net worth
$500,000
Franchise fee
$25,000
Total units
48
Real estate required
Not Specified
Growth Trends
Training & support
The BAB Systems, Inc. franchise program is designed to help franchise owners reach their individual growth potential. The team works directly with you to determine the right growth options for your store, providing clear guidance every step of the way.
Ideal candidate
We are looking for individuals who want to be their own boss while maintaining family-friendly hours. Whether interested in owning a single location or multiple stores, ideal candidates are looking for a streamlined business model with multiple revenue channels like wholesale and catering.
Take the next step toward owning a business where something big is always baking. Submit your information today to learn more about available franchise opportunities with Big Apple Bagels.