Sourdough & Co. is a rapidly growing fast-casual restaurant franchise that specializes in premium sandwiches, fresh soups, and vibrant salads, all served on their signature San Francisco-style sourdough bread.
Founded in 2015 by Steve Presson in El Dorado Hills, California, the brand has quickly cultivated a dedicated following. The company is now headquartered in Granite Bay, California, and began franchising in 2021 to meet the growing demand for its delicious offerings.
The brand’s menu is distinguished by its commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients and artisan preparation. Customers can choose from a diverse selection of specialty sandwiches, gourmet salads, and comforting soups served in warm sourdough bread bowls, making it a go-to choice for those looking for both flavor and nutritional value.
What sets Sourdough & Co. apart from other fast-casual franchises is its efficient operations and robust franchise support system, helping franchisees thrive in a competitive market.
Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
The franchise, World of Sourdough, provides a structured and multi-stage training program to ensure the franchisee is well-prepared to operate a franchised restaurant. The Franchisor offers several key training initiatives:
World of Sourdough offers a form of territory protection to its franchisees by granting a defined "Protected Territory" within which no other standard WOSD Franchised Restaurant will be placed.
This protection typically spans a two-mile radius from the approved location, although it may be adjusted depending on local population density. The franchisee is allowed to market and provide services within this designated area and is restricted from relocating without written consent.
However, this protection has limits. The Franchisor retains the right to operate or authorize others to operate similar businesses at non-traditional sites, such as airports, malls, or campuses, even within the franchisee’s territory.
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