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The franchise that keeps going strong.

And with momentum on our side, there’s no stopping us.

Do you have what it takes?

The Tropical Smoothie Cafe® franchise opportunity is one of the industry’s fastest growing. Now is the time to own your market and bring a happy escape and healthier options to your community.

Qualified candidates should have:

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An understanding of our brand culture and franchise business model

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Business experience (restaurant experience preferred, but not required)

A minimum net worth of $350,000, which includes $125,000 in liquid assets

Investment and fee structure

Start-up fees:
A new Cafe investment is between $296,500 and $661,500. Costs vary by location, and the average cost is approximately $440,000.

Ongoing fees per Cafe as a percentage of gross sales:

  • 6% Royalty Fee
  • 3-4% National Marketing Fee
  • 2% Local Advertising Cooperative Contribution

Need financing? Contact us to learn about our preferred providers.

Our investment breakdown*

TYPE OF EXPENDITURELOWHIGH
Initial Franchise Fee$15,000$30,000
Professional Fees$5,000$26,000
Restaurant Fixtures, Furniture and Equipment (including point of sale/cash register system)$105,500$166,500
Leasehold Improvements$150,000$288,500
Signage$5,000$22,000
Initial Inventory$3,000$18,500
Initial Training Expenses$1,000$18,500
Initial Deposits$1,000$22,500
Grand Opening Contribution$5,000$10,000
Additional Funds (Working Capital - 3 to 6 months)$6,000$59,000
TOTAL INITIAL INVESTMENT$296,500$661,500

* Based on calendar year 2022. This information appears in Item 7 of our Franchise Disclosure Document.

† The range is based on estimated costs for End-Cap or In-Line Tropical Smoothie Cafe Restaurants, which include those located in or at “strip style” retail shopping centers but does not include drive-thru Restaurants. For fiscal year 2022, these End-Cap and In-Line Tropical Smoothie Cafe Restaurants typically ranged in size from 1,200 to 1,900 square feet. If your Franchised Business includes a drive-thru, the additional expense (including the cost of leasehold improvement, restaurant fixtures and equipment, and other costs) would be approximately $35,000 to $55,000. See Franchise Disclosure Document for additional information regarding investment costs.

“The numbers are there and that’s what drives us to open more.”

Hear from Rylan and Jennifer Miller why Tropical Smoothie Cafe is the restaurant franchise that everyone’s talking about.

Video Transcript

Rylan and Jennifer Miller, Multi-unit franchise owners

“The numbers are there and that’s what drives us to open more.”

Hear from Rylan and Jennifer Miller why Tropical Smoothie Cafe is the restaurant franchise that everyone’s talking about.

Video Transcript

Learn about the process to becoming a Franchise Owner.

It’s tropic time. Join our Franchise Family.

Complete the form or call
770-580-2333, and a Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchise development leader will reach out to you with more information.

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