About Ladurée Franchise
Laduree is a legendary French luxury patisserie brand backed by parent company Patisserie E.
Laduree that began offering franchise opportunities in 2024.
The brand is world renowned for its exquisite macarons, pastries, and refined tearoom experiences, representing the pinnacle of French culinary artistry and elegance.
Ladurée Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1.7M
Average Investment
$1.9M
Maximum Investment
$2.2M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $1,089,673 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Net Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Net Sales achieved by Sublicensees (annually) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $1,694,158 – $2,167,658 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $1.7M–$2.2M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Net Sales) and marketing fee (1% of Net Sales achieved by Sublicensees (annually)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Fees (Note 1) | $1,089,673 | $1,089,673 |
| Travel Expenses for Training (Note 2) | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Marketing Materials (Note 3) | $5,500 | $15,000 |
| Opening Marketing (Note 4) | $54,485 | $54,485 |
| IT Equipment and Training (Note 5) | $1,000 | $10,000 |
| Storage Equipment (Note 6) | $200,000 | $500,000 |
| Initial Inventory (Note 7) | $230,000 | $230,000 |
| Professional Fees (Note 8) | $100,000 | $250,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) (Note 9) | $8,500 | $8,500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | EUR €5,000 |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit |
| Replacement Training | Not to exceed $10,000 |
| Ongoing Training in the Territory | Up to EUR €5,000, VAT excluded, per training session |
| Sublicensee Training | Up to EUR €10,000, VAT excluded, per training session |
| Interest | European Central Bank rate + 10 percentage points on overdue amounts |
| Late Payment Fee | EUR €40 for each unpaid invoice, or recovery costs if higher |
| Withholding Taxes | Will vary under circumstances |
| Supplemental Fee | Will vary under circumstances |
| Visitation Costs | Will vary under circumstances |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
| Insurance | Reimbursement of our costs and premiums |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 14-day period |
| Classroom Training | 20 |
| On-the-Job Training | 50 |
| Training Location | Paris, France |
| Additional Training | The franchisor may require the franchisee and its Key Personnel and other employees to attend refresher courses, seminars, and other training programs periodically. Ongoing training will not be required on more than three separate occasions of up to three days maximum each, per year, with only one on-site (either Paris, France or USA) and the others provided remotely by teleconference. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | the United States and its territories |
| Description | The Territory is the United States and its territories. However, it does not include Connecticut, California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington or Wisconsin unless and until necessary registrations or exemptions are obtained. The franchisor will begin obtaining registrations for California, Illinois, New York, Texas, and Washington as soon as the Master Know-How Agreement is executed. For other states, formalities will begin upon written request from the Master Licensee, at least four months before Sub-License Agreement execution. You will not receive an exclusive Territory, but will have certain protected rights within it, facing competition from franchisor-owned outlets or other channels. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | one additional 10-year term |
| Renewal Conditions | Timely written notice of intent to renew; increased Net Sales requirements in the renewal term; agreed upon new business plan. |
| Transfer Fee | EUR €5,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Information and application from transferee, payment of transfer fee, approval of transfer agreement, and others; see § 14.1.1 of the Master Know-How Agreement. |
| Termination for Cause | Default under Master Know-How Agreement; failing to meet Development Plan, Net Sales Targets, Minimum Purchase Quota, or macarons consisting of at least 40% of Net Sales, unauthorized sale of Products, and other grounds; see § 12 of the Master Know-How Agreement. |
| Non-Compete Period | two years after expiration or termination |
| Non-Compete Details | Prohibits engaging with a Competitor within the Territory for two years after expiration or termination. During the entire term, prohibits engaging with a Competitor anywhere (including specific listed companies/trademarks like Pierre Hermé, LeNôtre, Angelina, etc.). |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Master Know-How Agreement requires that you hire a General Manager to devote full time, energy, and best efforts to the management and operation of the Master Business, and must successfully complete the initial training program. The Master Business must be managed at all times by you (or your General Manager) who has completed our initial training program to our satisfaction. |
| Required Suppliers | You must purchase Ladurée Manufactured Food Products and Non-Food Products exclusively from the franchisor, its affiliates, and/or designated Authorized Suppliers. All furniture, fixture, equipment (including kitchen and laboratory equipment), signs, and other materials required for the operation of the Ladurée Stores must be purchased exclusively from Authorized Suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | The franchisor and its affiliates are the only designated supplier for certain items (including Ladurée Manufactured Food Products and Non-Food Products). You may have to buy or lease items from the franchisor or a limited group of suppliers the franchisor designates. These items may be more expensive than similar items you could buy on your own. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | The franchisor and its affiliates will derive revenue based on franchisee purchases of Products. The franchisor has the right to collect and retain all manufacturing allowances, marketing allowances, rebates, credits, monies, payments, or benefits (collectively, “Allowances”) offered by suppliers based upon system-wide purchases of Products, equipment, and other goods and services. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer, either directly or indirectly, any financing arrangements to you. We do not guarantee your notes, leases, or other obligations. |
Ladurée Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Ladurée does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Ladurée does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Ladurée Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordLadurée has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Ladurée System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Ladurée currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$7.3M
Net Income
$2.1M
Total Assets
$20.8M
Audited by VACHON & COMPAGNIE for year ending December 31st.
Ladurée Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Ladurée franchise ranges from $1,694,158 to $2,167,658, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $1,089,673. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Ladurée charges a royalty fee of 5% of Net Sales of gross sales, plus a 1% of Net Sales achieved by Sublicensees (annually) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Ladurée Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Ladurée to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Ladurée does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Ladurée has been franchising since 2024. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,694,158-$2,167,658, a 5% of Net Sales royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $1,089,673 and the total investment ranges from $1,694,158 to $2,167,658 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $1,089,673 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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