- Today
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Reminders
- Cities
- Atlanta
- Austin
- Baltimore
- Berwyn
- Beverly Hills
- Birmingham
- Boston
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dallas
- Denver
- Detroit
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Indianapolis
- Knoxville
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Louisville
- Madison
- Memphis
- Miami
- Milwaukee
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Portland
- Raleigh
- Richmond
- Rutherford
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- Seattle
- Tampa
- Tucson
- Washington
Roseville Today
By the People, for the People
Café 86 Expands Across California with Two New Franchise Deals
The ube-forward dessert concept continues its rapid West Coast growth with new locations in Monterey County and Indio.
Published on Feb. 17, 2026
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›
Café 86, the fast-casual dessert and beverage franchise known for its award-winning ube-inspired treats and handcrafted beverages, has signed two new franchise agreements in California. The brand has inked deals for single-unit locations in Monterey County and Indio, further strengthening its rapidly growing West Coast presence. These new agreements bring Café 86's total location count to nearly 50 as the brand continues its expansion in 2026.
Why it matters
Café 86's growth reflects the increasing popularity of Filipino-inspired flavors and the demand for unique, high-quality dessert concepts, especially in California's diverse communities. The brand's focus on authenticity, scalable model, and cultural ties have made it an attractive franchise opportunity for entrepreneurs.
The details
The Monterey County location will be opened by franchisees Jonathan and Maia Estrada, while the Indio location will be opened by Glenn and Geneanne Maniago. Both new cafes are currently in development and will bring Café 86's signature desserts, vibrant atmosphere, and Filipino-inspired flavors to new markets. The brand's menu features fan favorites such as ube leche flan cupcakes, truffles, cheesecakes, milkshakes, milk tea, and espresso drinks.
- Café 86 marked the grand opening of its Placentia, California, location this past weekend.
- The brand also celebrated grand openings in Milpitas and Lancaster, California, in October, and Roseville, California, in August.
The players
Café 86
A fast-casual dessert and beverage franchise celebrated for its award-winning ube-inspired treats and handcrafted beverages.
Jonathan and Maia Estrada
The franchisees who have signed a single-unit agreement for a new Café 86 location in Monterey County, California.
Glenn and Geneanne Maniago
The franchisees who have signed a single-unit agreement for a new Café 86 location in Indio, California.
James Dimapasok
The co-founder of Café 86.
Devin Conner
The CEO and founder of West Coast Franchise Developers, which has collaborated with Café 86 on its franchise growth.
What they’re saying
“These new agreements reflect the continued momentum we're seeing and each community's continued loyalty for our brand and menu.”
— James Dimapasok, Co-founder of Café 86 (restaurantnews.com)
“Café 86 combines authenticity, a unique product lineup, and an approachable model that continues to attract entrepreneurs.”
— Devin Conner, CEO and founder of West Coast Franchise Developers (restaurantnews.com)
What’s next
Café 86 invites franchise candidates seeking a differentiated dessert concept with strong brand recognition and a unique menu to connect with their team to start the ownership conversation.
The takeaway
Café 86's rapid expansion across California, fueled by its authentic Filipino-inspired flavors, unique product offerings, and scalable franchise model, demonstrates the growing consumer demand for diverse and innovative dessert concepts in the region.
