Smoothie Factory, Smoothie Factory + Kitchen
Smoothie Factory + Kitchen franchises retail stores offering non-alcoholic fruit-based smoothies, frozen yogurt, yogurt-based beverages, fresh-squeezed juices, cafe items such as sandwiches, soups, salads, wraps, flatbreads, toasts, snack plates, and desserts under brands like SMOOTHIE FACTORY + KITCHEN, SMOOTHIE FACTORY, and SMOOTHIE FACTORY JUICE BAR. The business model includes traditional stores (800-1,300 sq ft in strip malls or urban areas), non-traditional stores (350-750 sq ft in food courts, campuses, or medical facilities), and co-branded options with Red Mango or third-party concepts, with development agreements for multiple stores. It targets health-conscious consumers seeking convenient, nutritious beverages and light meals in high-traffic locations.
Franchise Costs
6% royalty + 3% brand development fund + approx. $470-$520/mo fixed fees (POS maintenance $250, technology $150, loyalty/online $70, optional feedback $50)
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How Smoothie Factory, Smoothie Factory + Kitchen Compares
Key Insights
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Beverages
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Smoothie Factory, Smoothie Factory + Kitchen Current | $279K – $475K | $30K | 6.0% | 7 |
| KUNG FU TEA | $169K – $378K | $37K | 4.0% | 385 |
| SHARETEA | $225K – $555K | $12K | 6.0% | 153 |
| DING TEA | $195K – $324K | $30K | N/A | 120 |
| FiiZ Drinks | $250K – $775K | $40K | 8.0% | 63 |
| BAMBU | $159K – $328K | $49K | 3.5% | 60 |
Beverages Average 20 franchises | $281K – $629K | $40K | 5.2% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 20 Beverages 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
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Smoothie Factory, Smoothie Factory + Kitchen franchisees (2010 – 2021)
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.
Franchisee Contacts
17 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Primarily breach of contract disputes involving unpaid royalties after premature termination and non-compliance with post-termination/expiration covenants (e.g., de-identification and ceasing competitive operations).
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a Smoothie Factory, Smoothie Factory + Kitchen franchise ranges from $278,500 to $475,000. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
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