SALAD&CO is a fresh, fast-casual dining concept built around freedom of choice, healthy eating and affordable indulgence. Since its creation in 2009, the brand has been carving out a distinctive niche in the foodservice sector, blending self-service salad bars with warm plancha dishes cooked in front of customers. For entrepreneurs looking to enter the thriving healthy fast-food market, this franchise presents an interesting growth opportunity.
Franchise · Food & Catering
SALAD&CO
Build-your-own salad bar and live plancha cooking in three store formats
SALAD&CO is a French salad bar and plancha concept, born in 2009, offering customisable, fresh, seasonal dishes across three formats: Resto, Corner and Street, now expanding through franchising.
2009
Year founded
13
Locations
£80,000
Personal contribution
What you need to get started
Total investment
The indicative amount to open, as stated by the franchisor.
£500,000
Personal contribution
The amount you put in yourself to get started.
£80,000
What it's about
- Founded
- 2009
- Locations
- 13
- Type of business
- Restaurant franchise specialising in customisable salad bars and plancha dishes
- Company
- SALAD&CO
Fact sheet
Inside SALAD&CO
The right questions before you start
The concept at a glance
SALAD&CO invites customers to build their own salad from around 50 fresh, mostly French, seasonal ingredients, with unlimited refills so no two plates are ever the same. Alongside the signature salad bar, the brand offers plancha-cooked dishes prepared live, perfect for cooler months when customers want something warming yet still fresh and wholesome.
The brand operates under three complementary formats, each suited to different urban locations and customer needs:
- Resto – a relaxed sit-down venue for brunch, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner, ideal for all-you-can-eat healthy dining with family or friends.
- Corner – a quick, gourmet stop for coffee, pastries and take-away salads, designed for workers seeking a refreshing midday break.
- Street – a flexible neighbourhood restaurant offering dine-in, delivery and take-away options for customers on the go.
Why join this franchise?
SALAD&CO stands out as one of the pioneers of the salad bar format, having built genuine expertise and brand recognition since 2009. The concept taps directly into a strong consumer trend towards healthier, customisable and sustainably sourced fast food, a market segment that continues to grow steadily. Joining now means becoming part of a fast-developing network with ambitious expansion plans, while benefiting from an established operational model, sourcing relationships and a clear brand identity built on eco-responsible values.
The brand is currently rolling out progressively across France, with a strategy to expand from north to south and an objective of around ten new openings each year. This represents a genuine opportunity for franchisees to secure attractive territories early in the network's growth.
Who they're looking for
SALAD&CO is seeking motivated entrepreneurs rather than passive investors. The brand welcomes:
- Hands-on operators and retail-minded managers keen to run their own restaurant.
- Genuine brand enthusiasts who share the concept's values around healthy, accessible eating.
- Experienced investors already familiar with the restaurant franchise sector.
Above all, candidates should be driven by a real passion for food, people and community, and ready to actively manage their outlet on a daily basis.
Requirements and investment
To join the SALAD&CO network, candidates should have available personal contribution (liquid capital) of around £80,000. The total investment required to open a unit, including initial franchise fees of approximately £15,000, is estimated at around £500,000. This covers fit-out, equipment, initial stock and other launch costs associated with opening a restaurant under one of the brand's three formats.
Specific details on ongoing royalties and marketing contributions were not disclosed in the available information, but prospective franchisees are encouraged to request full financial documentation directly from the franchisor to understand the complete fee structure before committing.
Key facts
- Year founded: 2009
- Number of locations: 13 restaurants across France
- Average annual turnover: around £700,000 per unit
- Franchise fee: approximately £15,000
- Average franchisee age: 35 years old
If you are looking to invest in a values-driven, fast-growing restaurant concept with strong momentum in the healthy fast-food sector, SALAD&CO could be the right opportunity for you. Request further information today to find out more about becoming a SALAD&CO franchisee and take the first step towards launching your own restaurant.
How much does a SALAD&CO franchise cost?
Opening a unit is estimated at around £500,000 in total, including initial fees of roughly £15,000, and covers fit-out, equipment and opening stock. Candidates should have about £80,000 of personal liquid capital. Royalty and marketing contributions were not disclosed, so request the full fee schedule from the franchisor.
What formats does SALAD&CO offer franchisees?
Three versions exist. Resto is a sit-down venue running from brunch to dinner with all-you-can-eat healthy dishes; Corner is a quick gourmet stop for coffee, pastries and salads to take away, aimed at office workers; Street is a neighbourhood restaurant combining eat-in, delivery and takeaway.
How many SALAD&CO restaurants are there?
Thirteen restaurants trade in France, from a concept created in 2009 that helped pioneer the salad bar format. The roll-out is moving gradually from north to south with a target of roughly ten new openings a year, so attractive territories are still available.
How much does a SALAD&CO restaurant turn over?
Average annual sales are put at around £700,000 per unit. Customers assemble their own salad from about 50 seasonal ingredients, mostly French, and can refill as often as they like. Plancha dishes cooked in front of them keep sales going through the colder months.
Who is SALAD&CO looking for as franchisees?
The brand wants working operators rather than silent investors: people ready to run their restaurant day to day. Suitable profiles include retail-minded managers, enthusiasts who share the healthy-eating positioning, and investors who already know the restaurant franchise world. The average age in the network is 35.
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Investment £500,000