GREEN LEAF'S BEYOND GREAT SALADS/BANANAS SMOOTHIES & FROZEN YOGURT
Green Leaf’s Beyond Great Salads and Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt franchises offer quick-service restaurants featuring healthy gourmet sandwiches, salads, soups, smoothies, frozen yogurt, pretzels, and related beverages and treats, which can be operated standalone or combined under names like 'The Market By Villa.' These concepts target health-conscious consumers in high-traffic locations such as retail malls, food courts, strip centers, airports, institutional facilities, and office buildings. The business model centers on franchising these formats with initial fees of $25,000-$35,000 for Green Leaf’s and additional fees for Bananas, plus total investments ranging from $224,500 to $654,200 depending on the concept.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
5% royalty + 1% national ad fund
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 10 domestic franchised Green Leaf's/Bananas restaurants open for one year or more in 2024
Extracted Item 19 Section
How GREEN LEAF'S BEYOND GREAT SALADS/BANANAS SMOOTHIES & FROZEN YOGURT Compares to Other Fast Food Franchises
Key Insights
- Lower investment than 75% of Fast Food franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GREEN LEAF'S BEYOND GREAT SALADS/BANANAS SMOOTHIES & FROZEN YOGURT Current | $225K - $457K | $22K | 5.0% | 14 |
| Burger King | $2.1M - $4.7M | $50K | 4.5% | 19,732 |
| MCDONALD'S | $1.5M - $2.6M | $45K | N/A | 12,772 |
| AFC | $45K - $151K | $6K | 9.5% | 3,572 |
| SONIC DRIVE-IN | $1.7M - $3.1M | $15K | 5.0% | 3,441 |
| JIMMY JOHN'S | $366K - $728K | $35K | 6.0% | 2,647 |
Fast Food Average 127 franchises | $605K - $1.5M | $35K | 6.1% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 127 Fast Food franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Primarily unpaid royalties and fees disputes under franchise agreements.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
Villa Pizza Specialties, Inc. (Biagio Scotto was president) filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy (case 15-31057), closed February 14, 2017.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a GREEN LEAF'S BEYOND GREAT SALADS/BANANAS SMOOTHIES & FROZEN YOGURT franchise?
The total initial investment to open a GREEN LEAF'S BEYOND GREAT SALADS/BANANAS SMOOTHIES & FROZEN YOGURT franchise ranges from $224,500 to $457,000. This includes a franchise fee of $22,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a GREEN LEAF'S BEYOND GREAT SALADS/BANANAS SMOOTHIES & FROZEN YOGURT franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a GREEN LEAF'S BEYOND GREAT SALADS/BANANAS SMOOTHIES & FROZEN YOGURT franchise is $870,874. The median revenue is $644,393.
How many GREEN LEAF'S BEYOND GREAT SALADS/BANANAS SMOOTHIES & FROZEN YOGURT franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, GREEN LEAF'S BEYOND GREAT SALADS/BANANAS SMOOTHIES & FROZEN YOGURT has 14 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1983.
Is GREEN LEAF'S BEYOND GREAT SALADS/BANANAS SMOOTHIES & FROZEN YOGURT a good franchise to buy?
GREEN LEAF'S BEYOND GREAT SALADS/BANANAS SMOOTHIES & FROZEN YOGURT shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19). However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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