The Pantry

About The Pantry

Irish neighbourhood restaurant concept The Pantry was founded in 2016 and has grown to 14 sites in Ireland - across Clare, Cork, Dublin, Kilkenny, Meath, Roscommon, Waterford, Wicklow and Wexford. It is now looking to expand to the UK.

“Family designed and built, The Pantry was established with two key attributes in mind - delicious home-cooked food and quality service,” a spokesman for the business said. “We are extremely passionate about wholesome seasonal ingredients from local producers. We began in Cork and quickly established ourselves as one of the leading cafes and restaurants. With our seasonal menu change ensuring in-season local produce is used in all our menu items, we quickly got a reputation for serving consistent quality fresh food, and our own roasted bean smooth blend barista coffee.

“Over the years, The Pantry brand has evolved to include high streets, shopping centres, holiday resorts, containers on quay front locations and small towns. As we continue to expand throughout Ireland, we are actively seeking master franchisees for the United Kingdom.”

Why franchise with The Pantry

• ✓Potential franchisees can opt for a full café and restaurant with full dine-in breakfast and lunch menus and in-store bakery, or an express unit based around in-store baking, sweet treats, hot and cold drinks and daily specials. An estimated €100,000-€150,000 capital would be required for a full flagship pantry, €75,000-€150,000 for a restaurant or café conversion, and €50,000-€70,000 for an express unit.
• ✓Although previous experience in hospitality would be an advantage, it is not a requirement. Pre-opening and ongoing support includes full initial training in all aspects of the business; continued purchasing power with Irelands top suppliers; ongoing training for front of house staff and chefs; marketing and branding expertise; social media and website management; franchise operations manual; site acquisition assistance; shopfitting and store design expertise; support with purchasing of equipment and stock; support with funding if required; and menu innovation with seasonal menu changes and costings.
• ✓“As part of The Pantry franchise network, you will become part of a highly trained network of businesses with ongoing support from educated experts who have immeasurable experience in brand building, shopfitting, marketing, menu design, operations and franchising themselves within the hospitality industry,” the business said. “With our unique brand identity and excellent franchisee support, The Pantry is well positioned for development across Ireland and the UK.”