GREEN + The GRAIN
GREEN + THE GRAIN is a fast-casual restaurant franchise specializing in contemporary salads and related fresh, flavorful products for busy appetites. Franchisees operate under a proprietary system featuring distinctive designs, menus, recipes, and operational standards. The target market includes health-conscious consumers seeking quick, nutritious meals in a competitive fast-casual dining segment.
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
6% royalty + 3% brand fund + $275/mo technology fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: Six affiliated operated restaurants open and operating in 2024.
* All financial data represents the average across six affiliated operated restaurants (company-owned units), not franchised units, as per Item 19. The 'Net Income (before depreciation, taxes, loan repayment)' is interpreted as average EBITDA. The average gross sales and average EBITDA values provided in the document match the sums and averages of the individual location data. EBITDA margin calculated as average EBITDA ($212,843) / average Gross Sales ($1,189,222) = 0.1789, rounded to 0.18 (18%). Best guess profit range (low/high) is set to null as no information was provided for typical ranges of depreciation, taxes, or loan repayment to establish a profit range from the stated EBITDA.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How GREEN + The GRAIN Compares to Other Fast Casual Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GREEN + The GRAIN Current | $352K - $1.3M | $50K | 6.0% | 0 |
| Tropical Smoothie Cafe | $300K - $721K | $35K | 6.0% | 1,371 |
| TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ | $300K - $721K | $35K | 6.0% | 1,371 |
| FIREHOUSE SUBS RESTAURANTS (UNIT) | $379K - $1.4M | $20K | 6.0% | 1,248 |
| Zaxby's | $1.4M - $3.8M | $35K | 6.0% | 826 |
| Qdoba | $548K - $1.3M | $40K | 5.0% | 652 |
Fast Casual Average 107 franchises | $532K - $1.2M | $39K | 5.6% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 107 Fast Casual franchises by location count.
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
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 + The GRAIN franchise?
The total initial investment to open a GREEN + The GRAIN franchise ranges from $352,000 to $1,327,000. This includes a franchise fee of $50,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a GREEN + The GRAIN franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a GREEN + The GRAIN franchise is $1,189,222.
Is GREEN + The GRAIN a good franchise to buy?
GREEN + The GRAIN 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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