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ROBEKS
Robeks franchises operate quick-service stores featuring freshly prepared juices, blended-to-order fruit smoothies, nutritional supplements, and healthy food items in an upscale, contemporary environment. The business model involves franchising these stores under the ROBEKS system, with options for single stores, area development agreements, and reservation agreements, supported by standardized operating procedures and marketing. Target market is health-conscious consumers seeking premium, natural, portable alternatives to traditional fast food for an active lifestyle.
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Franchise Costs
7% royalty for single store (6%-6.5% for multi-store owners) + 2.5% marketing fund + $158/mo loyalty/gift card software + other fixed monthly tech fees (POS ~$160, kiosk $175, online ordering $55-$230, music license ~$42).
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 80 franchised Robeks stores operational during all of the 52-week period ended December 29, 2024
* Average gross revenue and median gross revenue were taken directly from the 'All Stores' row in the 'Net Sales Data for Fiscal Year 2024' table. Revenue top quartile was taken from the 'Top 20%' group's Average Net Sales. Revenue bottom quartile was taken from the 'Bottom 20%' group's Average Net Sales. The document explicitly states that financial performance figures do not reflect costs and expenses, therefore net income, net profit, EBITDA, and profit range could not be determined.
Extracted Item 19 Section
Avg. Revenue: $670,073
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Robeks has carved a niche in the premium smoothie space since franchising began over two decades ago, appealing to health-focused consumers craving fresh alternatives to junk food. Item 19 finally pulls back the curtain on revenue performance, revealing figures that could tempt investors eyeing quick-service health eats, while a robust SBA lending track record suggests franchisees secure financing without much drama. Yet, with unit counts barely budging and just a handful of corporate stores anchoring the system, does this signal a stable player or one that's hit a growth plateau?
Financials from the 2025 FDD paint a premium picture: franchise fee hits $30,000, with total investment spanning $298,050 to $511,700 covering buildout, equipment, and initial inventory for upscale juice bar setups. Ongoing fees include 7% royalty (dropping to 6-6.5% for multi-unit owners), 2.5% brand/ad fund, plus tech add-ons like $158/month loyalty software, $160 POS, and up to $230 online ordering—pushing full-year fees toward $60,000+ on average sales. Item 19 shines brightly: average gross revenue clocks $670,073, median $608,830 across 103 franchised units (3 corporate), implying solid top-line potential in high-traffic spots, though operators must layer on 30-35% COGS and labor to gauge true profitability.
System health shows resilience but limited acceleration—100 locations in 2023 swelled to 103 in 2024 (+3%), with 14 projected new units and 3 transfers signaling quiet turnover rather than exodus. SBA data bolsters confidence: 42 loans averaging $273,526 carry a mere 2.4% default rate, far below industry norms, indicating franchisees repay reliably. For investors, this mature brand offers proven demand in wellness trends but demands $500K+ capital for scale; slow growth hints at market saturation risks, making multi-unit deals and prime real estate key to hitting those revenue medians.
Analysis based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.
How ROBEKS Compares
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ROBEKS Current | $298K – $512K | $30K | 7.0% | 103 |
| MCDONALD'S | $1.5M – $2.6M | $45K | N/A | 12,772 |
| LITTLE CAESARS | $377K – $1.8M | $20K | 6.0% | 3,788 |
| AFC | $45K – $151K | $6K | 9.5% | 3,572 |
| KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) | $1.2M – $4.2M | $45K | N/A | 3,404 |
| SONIC DRIVE-IN | $1.5M – $2.5M | $15K | 5.0% | 3,120 |
Fast Food Average 132 franchises | $602K – $1.6M | $35K | 6.1% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 132 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
+1 more states
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Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for ROBEKS franchisees (2010 – 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.
42 SBA loans on record
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115 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
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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 ROBEKS franchise ranges from $298,050 to $511,700. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 7.0% of gross sales.
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