Established
2016
Franchise Units
30
Minimum Investment
$388,800
Franchise Fee
$35,000
Total Investment Range
$506,800
Home Based
No
Description
Frutta Bowls is a fast-casual restaurant concept specializing in superfood bowls, smoothies, and other nutritious offerings. Centered around fresh, high-quality ingredients and fully customizable menu options, Frutta Bowls delivers a unique and energizing dining experience that resonates with health-conscious consumers.
Our franchise model combines strong brand recognition, comprehensive training and support, and a competitive investment structure. Franchisees benefit from being part of a rapidly growing brand that champions wellness, sustainability, and healthy living across communities.
Background
Frutta Bowls was founded in 2016 with a mission to serve fresh, nutritious, and delicious superfood-based meals to health-focused consumers. Since beginning franchising in 2017, the brand has grown to 30 total locations—including 2 corporate-owned units—across 14 states, with 10 additional units in development.
The concept stands out for its innovative menu built around superfoods, offering customizable bowls, smoothies, and other health-forward options. Flexible restaurant formats support diverse markets, while comprehensive training and operational guidance help franchisees maintain exceptional customer satisfaction and strong unit performance.
Frutta Bowls continues to seek passionate franchise partners who believe in promoting healthy lifestyles and community well-being.
Key Non-Financial Stats
Year Business Started: 2016
Year Started Franchising: 2017
Company-Owned Units: 2
Franchise Units Open: 28
Total Units Open: 30
Number of Franchise Owners: 25
Additional Franchise Units in Development: 10
States with Operating Locations: 14 states
SBA Registry: Yes
Support Training
Frutta Bowls is committed to providing franchisees with a complete support ecosystem designed to guide them from the early planning stages to long-term operational success. Support spans site selection, financing, training, marketing, operations, and technology.
Pre-Opening Support
- Assistance with site selection to secure the best possible location
- Lease negotiation support
- Guidance on design, layout, and construction management
Financing Support
- Access to third-party lenders
- Support with securing SBA loans and other franchise-friendly financing options
- Tailored solutions to help new franchisees launch smoothly
Training & Operations
- Comprehensive training at Frutta Bowls University
- On-site training at your store before opening
- Education covering restaurant operations, customer service, and daily management
- Continuous training opportunities for ongoing development
Marketing Support
- Local and national marketing guidance
- Grand opening marketing campaigns
- Ongoing promotional support to drive customer traffic
Ongoing Operational Support
- Regular business consultations
- Continuous operational guidance
- Access to WOWNET, the brand’s e-learning platform for ongoing training
Technology & Innovation
- Fully integrated POS system
- Online ordering and digital customer engagement tools
- Built-in CRM platform to improve customer loyalty and streamline operations
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for franchisees who are passionate about healthy living and committed to bringing fresh, nutritious food to their communities. The ideal candidate is someone who believes in the Frutta Bowls mission and is eager to grow a business that promotes a healthy lifestyle.
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.
Financial Detail
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 & Promotion: 2% of net sales
Required Liquid Capital: $125,000
Required Net Worth: $350,000
Franchise Fee Discount:
- 25% off for active members and honorably discharged veterans
Item 19:
- Median Net Sales (Top Quartile, 2023): $847,623