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The Latin Cafe Concept
Our History
Our Concept
Our Menu
Latin Café 2000 has long been recognized in the community for serving large portions of Cuban-inspired dishes. The restaurants’ signature dishes include the Cuban sandwich, Desayuno Tradicional (traditional Cuban breakfast) and the Palomilla (thin-cut, juicy steak). For the health-conscious, the restaurants also offer the ‘El Cubanito Saludable’ or ‘The Healthy Cuban,’ which presents lower calorie meals. The Brickell location also boats a curated cocktail menu featuring standouts such as the Classic Floridita Daiquiri, prepared with Havana Club, lime juice, cane sugar and a dash of Maraschino Liquor; the Malecon Mule prepared with Havana Club, guava nectar, fresh lime and topped with ginger beer; the Watermelon Mojito with Bacardi Superior Rum, fresh mint and house-made watermelon juice; and the Café con Leche cocktail.
In 1998, a unique market niche for a fusion between Latin cuisine and Miami culture was envisioned. The number “2000” that you see at the end of our name, signified a new era of Latin Cafeterias. We loved the all of the small Cuban cafeterias that were scattered throughout Miami and we wanted to develop something similar, just a little bit bigger and better. We have also always believed that everyone deserves good, high quality, food, at reasonable prices and a friendly warm greeting every time they walk through our doors. We succeeded in creating an authentic eating experience, by offering everyone a taste of our Culture. . . a little Taste of Cuba ™ Because of it’s authentic meals, distinct look, and enhanced quality of products and service, the concept was an immediate success.
We were so excited by the success of our first location, on LeJeune, that we opened up two additional locations in Hialeah and Biscayne, shortly thereafter. Now that we had created an environment that fused where we came from, with the vibrant city that we now call home, we were ready to evolve our concept into what we hoped could bring a fully immersive Cuban experience to Miami. After months of research, we took inspiration from Cuban architectucture, colors, and decor and came up with a fresh and modern tropical look that we feel embodies the spirit of Cuba. The most recent concept boasts Cuba’s rich colors and unique architecture, along with the same flavorful cuisine that you’ve grown to love. Inside, the decor includes period inspired furniture, retro-inspired barstools and channel back booths, a Cuban tile wall-art installation, and polished brass accents throughout. Topping the space off, is a massive tropical living wall that creates an oasis right in the heart of Brickell.
We are excited to see how our concept continues to evolve and look forward to exceptionally serving all of our customers.
In 1998, the vision was to create a unique market niche for an upscale restaurant featuring Latin-American cuisine. We succeeded in obtaining board market appeal and strong repeat patronage by serving high quality food at very reasonable prices in a pleasant, upscale environment with a distinct look and enhanced quality of products and service. Today, we are proud to be Miami’s leading restaurant franchise offering the best Cuban fare in an exciting, tropical, and entertaining environment.
Our Team
Financials
The FTC (Federal Trade Commission) has specific franchise rules that permit a franchisor to provide information about the actual or potential financial performance of its franchised and/or affiliated outlets if there is reasonable basis for the information and the information is included in the FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document). Financial performance information is provided in the ITEM 19 and represents possible performance based on the dates and figures below.
As of December 2014, we had two (2) affiliate locations open and operating for at least 12 months.
Gross profit is calculated solely by subtracting the total Cost of Good and Cost of Labor from the Total Sales. Gross profit is before any other costs and expenses of operating a Latin Cafe Restaurant Franchise.
| Location | Sales | Cost of Goods | % | Cost of Labor | % | Gross Profit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Jeune | $4,783,747 | $1,689,966 | 35.3% | $1,569,131 | 32% | $1,524,652 |
| Hialeah | $2,738,516 | $1,066,516 | 38.9% | $1,016,003 | 37.1% | $656,479 |
Figures reflect results of two Latin Cafe 2000 restaurants operating in 2014 that have been opened for at least 12 months. These average are based on a 52 week annual period from January 1 – December 31. A new franchise owner’s results may differ from the represented performance. There is no assurance you’ll do this well. If you rely upon our figures, you must accept the risk of not doing as well.
The above represents full service Latin Cafe 2000 restaurants. We do not represent the Express Model in any of the data provided in our FDD.
How Much Does It Cost To Open a Latin Cafe?
The following tables represent your estimated initial investment to open a 2,800-4,000 Sq. Ft. Full-Service Latin Cafe 2000 and a 1,200 – 1,800 Sq. Ft. Latin Cafe 2000 Express Restaurant. For a detailed description of each expenditure please refer to the most recent FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)
Steps to ownership
Steps 1-3
Steps 4-6
STEP 1
HAVE AN INITIAL CONVERSATION with our Franchise Sales Director to discuss your background, territory availability and the financial qualifications necessary to own a Latin Cafe 2000 franchise.
STEP 2
COMPLETE THE LGA (Let’s Get Acquainted Form) on our website, www.latincafefranchise.com. Our Franchise Sales Director and Franchise President will review your form within a few days of submission. Next, our Franchise Sales Director will call you to discuss the opportunity in more detail.
STEP 3
Once we have reviewed your LGA Form and had our initial discussion on your financial and business background, we will send you the FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document) and a link to complete our Financial Application.
STEP 4
SCHEDULE A Q&A SESSION with our Franchise Sales Director and Eric Castellanos, President and CEO of Latin Cafe 2000. This initial call will provide you an opportunity to understand our company vision and allow you to ask questions directly to the leadership team.
STEP 5
ATTEND A DISCOVERY DAY in Miami, Florida. Your visit to Miami will give you a complete overview of what it is like to be an owner of our franchise. We will thoroughly review the FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document) and answer any final questions concerning the details of the franchise territory and franchise agreement.
STEP 6
SIGN FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS and schedule your introductory session with our team to prepare for your training session.
Opportunities Await!
We are passionate about creating food and an atmosphere that evokes the traditional flavors of Cuba. The popularity of Latin Cafe 2000 tells us there are plenty of others who feel the same. We’re looking for select individuals to help us bring that passion to more communities. Take the first step now and learn more about the Latin Cafe 2000 Franchise Opportunity!
*The following does not constitute the offer of a franchise to residents of California, Hawaii, Indiana, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin (the “Registration States”). The following is not directed to any person in the Registration States by or on behalf of Franchisor, or anyone acting with the knowledge of Franchisor. No franchises are sold in the Registration States, by or on behalf of Franchisor, until the offering has been registered and declared effective and the appropriate Registration State
FDD has been delivered to the offeree before the sale and in compliance with the franchise laws of the respective Registration States.
