Frutta Bowls is aa fast-casual restaurant concept that specializes in superfood bowls, smoothies, and other healthy options. With a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients and customizable menu items, Frutta Bowls provides a unique dining experience that appeals to health-conscious consumers. Our franchise model offers strong support, competitive investment, and the opportunity to grow within a thriving brand dedicated to healthy living.
Frutta Bowls stands out for its innovative menu focused on superfoods, providing a wide range of healthy, fresh, and customizable options. Our flexible restaurant formats allow franchisees to adapt to different markets and customer preferences, ensuring each location can thrive. Franchisees benefit from comprehensive training and support, helping them maintain high customer satisfaction and effectively manage their operations.
Key Non-Financial Stats:
Year Business Started: 2016
Year Started Franchising: 2017
Number of Company Units Open: 2
Number of Franchise Owners: 25
Franchise Units Open: 28
Total Units Open: 30
Additional Franchise Units In Development: 10
States with Operating Locations: 14 states
On the SBA Registry? Yes
Frutta Bowls distinguishes itself as a dynamic, fast-casual superfood concept with a strong commitment to healthy living and community engagement. Our flexible business model supports growth in diverse markets, offering a unique opportunity for franchisees to succeed in the rapidly expanding healthy dining segment.
Franchise Fee: $35,000
Investment Range: $388,800 - $506,800
Royalty Fee: 6% of net sales
Brand Development Fund: 3% of net sales
Local Advertising and Promotion: 2% of net sales
Required Liquid Capital: $125,000
Required Net Worth: $350,000
Franchise Fee Discount: 25% off the franchise fee for active members and honorably discharged veterans
Item 19 Median Net Sales: Top quartile median net sales for all locations is $847,623 (2023)
* Note: The Item 19 sales data is based on the top quartile of Frutta Bowls' franchise locations, providing a representation of the highest-performing units.
Pre-Opening Support: We assist with site selection to ensure the best location for your restaurant, provide lease negotiation support, and offer guidance on design and construction management.
Financing Support: Through our partnerships with third-party lenders, we help franchisees secure the necessary financing to open and operate their restaurants. This includes access to SBA loans and other financial products tailored to new business owners.
Training and Operations: Our training program covers all aspects of restaurant management, from operations to customer service. Training is conducted both at Frutta Bowls University and on-site at your location, with ongoing opportunities for training and development.
Marketing Support: Our marketing team provides support for local and national marketing efforts, including grand opening promotions and ongoing campaigns to drive customer traffic.
Ongoing Operational Support: After your restaurant opens, our support continues with regular consultations, operational guidance, and access to our WOWNET e-learning platform for continuous training.
Technology and Innovation: We provide a robust technology platform to enhance the customer experience and streamline operations, including a fully integrated POS system, online ordering capabilities, and a customer relationship management system.
Characteristics of an Ideal Candidate:
Passionate about health and wellness
Committed to customer service and community engagement
Energetic, adaptable, and capable of problem-solving
Financially knowledgeable with strong business acumen
Experience in management or leadership roles
Previous restaurant or retail experience is a plus but not mandatory
While this is an active investment opportunity, we do allow franchise owners to hire a manager to handle day-to-day operations. Multi-unit ownership is highly encouraged, and we consider Area Development or Master Franchise Agreements on a case-by-case basis for qualified candidates. Currently, we are only accepting franchise applications within the United States.