Paris Baguette's 250th Café Opens in Frederick, Maryland
Paris Baguette, the renowned global bakery café franchise, has recently celebrated the grand opening of its 250th café in North America, located at 520 Snowshill Street, Frederick, MD. This achievement not only reflects Paris Baguette's aggressive expansion strategy but also signifies its commitment to revitalizing the neighborhood bakery café experience across the continent.
A Commitment to Community & Quality
Established with a vision to rejuvenate the neighborhood bakery scene, the 250th café marks a pivotal moment in Paris Baguette's journey. Darren Tipton, the CEO, emphasized the collective efforts of the franchise owners, café teams, and loyal customers in reaching this remarkable milestone. The aim is to provide expertly crafted baked goods, coffees, and an inviting social atmosphere that aims to bring joy to each community.
The newest café in Frederick is spearheaded by an enthusiastic entrepreneurial trio: Waseem Mohamad, Prant Kumar, and Prince Kumar. Waseem, a former general contractor with a wealth of experience launching various cafés, has strong ties to the Frederick area which enhances their understanding of local culture and customer preferences. With an operational framework rooted in a service-driven ethos, this café aims not just to serve pastries but to foster community connections.
The Growth of Paris Baguette
In recent years, Paris Baguette has seen remarkable growth, including surging membership numbers and consistent sales growth. The franchise recently celebrated hitting the milestone of 1 million members in its PB Rewards program. Furthermore, at the end of Q2 2025, the café noted its 18th consecutive quarter of positive sales growth, accompanied by 17 quarters of increased foot traffic.
As of 2025, there are over 170 franchise agreements active, with 46 cafés opened within the year itself. The brand has ambitious plans for the future, eyeing an expansion to nearly 1,000 locations across North America by 2030. This includes targeting key markets in the U.S. such as Massachusetts, Florida, Illinois, and Ohio, as well as exploring opportunities in Canadian cities like Quebec, Vancouver, and Toronto.
A Vision for the Future
The objective behind Paris Baguette's expansion is to position the bakery café as the community hub, catering to local tastes and preferences while simultaneously creating job opportunities and nurturing entrepreneurship. Waseem, expressing excitement about the new café, stated, "After helping to build nearly 20 Paris Baguette locations, seeing the 250th one become ours is incredibly rewarding. It’s about sharing our love for the product with the community."
As Paris Baguette paves the way for future growth, its core mission remains unchanged: to enrich communities with baked and brewed delights, ensuring that each location serves as a beacon of warmth, commitment, and excellent service. The opening of the café in Frederick is a testament to these values, promising to deliver not just food, but a holistic experience that sparks joy across neighborhoods.
Conclusion
In sum, the 250th café opening is more than just a business achievement for Paris Baguette—it's a celebration of community, quality, and commitment to shared experiences. As they expand their footprint in North America, the brand continues to live by its principle of bringing flavorful delights and fostering connections, ensuring that every neighborhood it touches feels that Paris Baguette is not merely a café, but a part of the community fabric.
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www.parisbaguette.com.