Corner Bakery Cafe recently completed renovations at seven locations, one in Pennsylvania and six in California. Since acquiring the brand in June 2023, Corner Bakery has reinvested over 6.2 million dollars back into the business through 100 percent self-funded improvements. The brand’s commitment to growth is also reflected in its expansion of self-ordering kiosks, furthering its investment in delivering better guest experience through technology.

“We want our communities to know that we’re here to stay, and our loyal guests deserve cafés that look and feel special,” says Chris Dharod, chief executive officer of Corner Bakery. “These renovations and technology enhancements reflect our commitment to elevating the Corner Bakery experience.”

Renovations include updated seating, flooring, paint, décor, beverage counters, awnings and patio furniture, all aimed at creating a more modern, comfortable atmosphere for guests. In the first half of 2025, Corner Bakery plans to spend another half of a million dollars to remodel additional locations primarily in Illinois and Pennsylvania, with the goal of updating all its locations by 2027.

“These renovations and new openings reflect our commitment to growth while staying true to what makes Corner Bakery special,” Dharod says.

In addition to these remodels, Corner Bakery continues its national expansion, with new corporate café investments. Joining Union Station in Chicago and Capital Hill in Washington DC, both of which opened in July 2024, is the highly anticipated re-opening of the Accenture Tower location on March 24, 2025, in one of the busiest train stations in Chicago. All three locations will mark a total investment of more than one million dollars from the brand. This Chicago re-opening will then be followed by a fourth new location for the brand, in Irvine, California, in May 2025.

Besides the addition of new corporate locations, a new franchise cafe in El Paso, Texas, recently opened in February under Bakery Ventures led by franchise owner Tyson Duncan. This location marks the fifth Corner Bakery Café in El Paso and sixth overall location for Bakery Ventures.