Who is an Ideal Society Wine Bar Franchisee?
We’re seeking wine lovers with business expertise
Society Wine Bar is an ideal investment for a business or restaurant professional with a passion for wine. Wine is the heart of our business, and the ideal franchise owner will be genuinely excited about bringing wine to their community.
“This is a do-what-you-love business. I love wine, I learned about it and now I get to share that knowledge with other people,” says Lori Rodriguez, sommelier at the original wine bar in Ybor City.

Who we are looking for
We are looking for entrepreneurs with the passion and drive to launch Society Wine Bar in their communities. Franchisees don’t need to be certified sommeliers, but experience in the food and beverage industry, such as working as a restaurant manager, is a definite plus. We’ll provide intensive training before your launch date at Cork University in Tampa and provide ongoing education to help you build your business.
Other helpful attributes of a Society Wine Bar franchise owner include:
- A passion for hospitality and food
- A love of wine and winemaking
- Strong business acumen
- Amazing people skills
- Involvement in the local community

Sign up for more information about Society Wine Bar
Society Wine Bar is seeking investors passionate about wine with some business acumen and enough initial capital to get financed. Our home office franchise team can also provide assistance to help you obtain financing for your Society Wine Bar.
Want to learn more? Fill out the form on this page and start a conversation with us about opening a Society Wine Bar and spreading the culture of wine.