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KONA ICE
Kona Ice operates a mobile franchise business that sells flavored shaved ice, blended beverages, ice cream, and related products. They target the general public, often serving at events like festivals, school functions, and parties. The business model focuses on a mobile environment, utilizing proprietary trucks equipped with self-service flavor systems.
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Franchise Costs
Fixed annual royalty payments ($3,000-$5,000) + $1,000/year Brand Fund + $216/year Kona Email Address Fee + $192/year Google Voice Fee + $600/year Technology Fee + $35/month KonaOS Business Management Software Fee
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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Key Insights
- One of the lowest investment costs in Food Truck (ranked #2 of 9)
- #1 largest franchise system in Food Truck
- One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Food Truck
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
KONA ICE Current | $115K – $229K | $15K | N/A | 1,929 |
| TRAVELIN' TOM'S COFFEE | $202K – $255K | $15K | N/A | 258 |
| DONUTNV | $190K – $273K | $60K | N/A | 142 |
| Frios | $72K – $91K | $38K | N/A | 108 |
| Cousins Maine Lobster | $194K – $651K | $40K | 8.0% | 65 |
| Beverly Annâs Cookie | $170K – $270K | $15K | N/A | 15 |
Food Truck Average 9 franchises | $180K – $321K | $32K | 7.5% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 9 Food Truck franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2025)
Outlets by state across the United States
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Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for KONA ICE franchisees (2013 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
37 SBA loans on record
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Unlock SBA loan historyDue Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
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The total initial investment to open a KONA ICE franchise ranges from $114,730 to $228,601. This includes a franchise fee of $15,000.