About Happy Lemon Franchise
Happy Lemon is a bubble tea and specialty beverage franchise that originated in Asia and has expanded into the United States.
The brand offers an extensive menu of tea based drinks, fruit teas, smoothies, and signature creations featuring tapioca pearls, rock salt cheese, and other creative toppings that have made bubble tea a global phenomenon.
The franchise fee for a Happy Lemon location is $80,000.
Happy Lemon Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$289K
Average Investment
$448K
Maximum Investment
$607K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $80,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $289,000 – $607,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $289K–$607K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The ongoing royalty fee is 7% of Gross Revenue of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $80,000 | $80,000 |
| Your Initial Training Expenses (Note 2) | $12,000 | $16,000 |
| Rent & Deposit (Note 3) | $4,000 | $10,000 |
| Architects Fees, Engineering Plans, Construction, Remodeling, Decorating, Signage, Leasehold Improve | $100,000 | $250,000 |
| Equipment | $30,000 | $80,000 |
| Opening Inventory and Supplies (Note 5) | $15,000 | $45,000 |
| Insurance (Note 6) | $8,000 | $12,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $20,000 |
| Technology Fee | $5,000 |
| Interest | Lower of 1.5% per month or highest rate permitted by law (note 4) |
| Additional On-Site Training/Consultation Fees and Possible Expenses | $400 |
| Your Initial Training Expenses (Note 2) | $12,000 |
| Rent & Deposit (Note 3) | $4,000 |
| Architects Fees, Engineering Plans, Construction, Remodeling, Decorating, Signag | $100,000 |
| Equipment | $30,000 |
| Opening Inventory and Supplies (Note 5) | $15,000 |
| Insurance (Note 6) | $8,000 |
| Security and Utility Deposits, Licenses, Permits, Certificates and other Prepaid | $10,000 |
| Legal, Accounting Costs (Note 8) | $5,000 |
| Additional Funds for 3 months (Note 10) | $20,000 |
| TOTAL (Note 11 and Note 12) | $289,000 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | If you meet all conditions, you can renew for 1 additional 5-year term. |
Happy Lemon Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Happy Lemon does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Happy Lemon does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Happy Lemon Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordHappy Lemon has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Happy Lemon System Growth
Total Units
52
Franchised
48
Company-Owned
4
Happy Lemon currently operates 48 franchised locations and 4 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 48 | ||
| 2019 | 3 | ||
| 2019 | 51 | ||
| 2020 | 58 | ||
| 2020 | 4 | ||
| 2020 | 62 | ||
| 2021 | 66 | ||
| 2021 | 3 | ||
| 2021 | 69 |
Happy Lemon Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Happy Lemon franchise ranges from $289,000 to $607,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $80,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Happy Lemon charges a royalty fee of 7% of Gross Revenue of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Happy Lemon Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Happy Lemon to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Happy Lemon does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Happy Lemon has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $289,000-$607,000, a 7% of Gross Revenue royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $80,000 and the total investment ranges from $289,000 to $607,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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