MERCI CAFÉ FAMILY was created to offer much more than just a restaurant: it’s an opportunity to change your life, live the American dream by opening a warm, France-inspired venue—no restaurant experience required.
We’ve developed a simple, profitable model ideal for French nationals looking to settle in the U.S. with an E2 investor visa.
We are living proof: we had never worked in hospitality, yet Merci Café has become a great success in Sarasota.
A café-restaurant open from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, focused on breakfast, brunch, and lunch
(Hours designed for work–life balance: you’re free for your children, your partner, or your hobbies every evening)
• A menu blending French classics and creations loved by Americans
• High-quality French products
• A France-inspired, family-friendly décor
• A straightforward operational model with full support
Before Merci Café, there was a wild adventure: that of a French family who left everything behind for America.
Scammed upon arrival, they refused to give up. From that ordeal came an unwavering determination, and ultimately, Merci Café: the comeback of a family that turned adversity into success.
Sandrine Arnaud tells it all in L'Amérique, notre folie,a raw, heartfelt, and inspiring story for anyone who dreams of starting fresh and reinventing themselves.
To share French culture in a welcoming, profitable, and easy-to-manage setting.
At Merci Café, we believe any French person who is passionate, entrepreneurial, and loves human connection can thrive in this concept.
Language is not a barrier—it’s an asset! Our customers love hearing French spoken, tasting French dishes, in an authentic, friendly atmosphere.
Wherever France is loved, Merci Café belongs
With these two qualities, you have everything you need to succeed—even without prior restaurant experience.
A proven, profitable concept
Personalized support from launch to operations
Established network of suppliers
A brand that captivates lovers of French culture
A model compatible with the E2 investor visa