{"id":8504,"date":"2026-07-10T19:06:36","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T19:06:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hamraenterprises.com\/?p=8504"},"modified":"2026-07-10T19:33:30","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T19:33:30","slug":"hamra-enterprises-to-open-seven-panera-bread-cafes-across-greater-houston-marking-its-expansion-into-texas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hamraenterprises.com\/es\/hamra-enterprises-to-open-seven-panera-bread-cafes-across-greater-houston-marking-its-expansion-into-texas\/","title":{"rendered":"Hamra Enterprises to Open Seven Panera Bread\u00ae Caf\u00e9s Across Greater Houston, Marking Its Expansion into Texas"},"content":{"rendered":"

Family-owned operator and Panera franchisee since 1998 brings its five decades of community-first hospitality to Houston, Spring, Katy, and Conroe by the end of 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n

HOUSTON, TX<\/strong> \u2014 Hamra Enterprises, a nationwide, family-owned restaurant franchisee headquartered in Springfield, Mo., announced the opening of seven Panera Bread\u00ae caf\u00e9s across the Greater Houston area, starting with 3548 Rayford Rd, Spring, TX 77386 on July 16th<\/strong>\u2014 marking the company\u2019s arrival in Texas and its expansion into its 12th state. The new locations span Houston, Spring, Katy, and Conroe and represent the largest single-market within a year launch in the company\u2019s history.<\/p>\n

A Panera Bread franchisee since 1998, Hamra Enterprises has spent nearly three decades deepening its partnership with the brand \u2014 growing its Panera portfolio to 88 caf\u00e9s across eight states through a people-first, community-centered approach to restaurant operations. With the addition of the 7 locations in Houston, Hamra will now own and operate 190 locations under the Panera Bread, Wendy\u2019s, and Noodles & Company brands, employing over 6,000 people across 12 states.<\/p>\n

Hamra\u2019s approach to restaurant operations is rooted in a simple conviction: that great hospitality and genuine community investment go hand in hand. Each Hamra-operated Panera caf\u00e9 provides job opportunities for the community it serves and engages with its neighborhood as if it is the only location in the portfolio. Guests at the seven Houston-area caf\u00e9s can expect the full Panera Bread experience \u2014 fresh-baked bread, signature soups and sandwiches, and the clean, welcoming environment the brand is known for \u2014 along with Rapid Pick-Up\u00ae, drive-thru ordering where available, and the MyPanera\u00ae loyalty program.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have spent 50 years earning the trust of guests across 11 states, and we do not take lightly what it means to serve in a new market. Houston is one of the most dynamic, diverse, and food-forward cities in the country, and we are committed to being an operator this community is proud to have. We are here to serve, we are here to give back, and we are here to stay.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2014 Mike Hamra, CEO, Hamra Enterprises<\/strong><\/p>\n

The seven Greater Houston caf\u00e9s are expected to open by the end of 2026 and are located at:<\/p>\n