About Meet Fresh Franchise
Meet Fresh is a Taiwanese dessert franchise specializing in traditional Asian sweets, shaved ice, bubble tea, and herbal treats.
The brand brings authentic flavors and recipes to the U.S.
market, offering a unique menu that includes taro balls, grass jelly, tofu pudding, and a wide variety of tea based beverages.
Meet Fresh Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$759K
Average Investment
$950K
Maximum Investment
$1.1M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $20,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 10% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | None | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $758,500 – $1,141,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $759K–$1.1M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (10% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (None) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Your Initial Training Expenses | $18,500 | $29,500 |
| Rent & Deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Architects Fees, Engineering Plans, Construction, Remodeling, Decorating, Leasehold Improvements, Fixtures and Furniture | $420,000 | $650,000 |
| Equipment | $80,000 | $120,000 |
| Signage | $10,000 | $25,000 |
| Opening Inventory and Supplies | $80,000 | $120,000 |
| Insurance | $10,000 | $12,000 |
| Security and Utility Deposits, Licenses, Permits, Certificates and other Prepaid Expenses | $8,000 | $20,000 |
| Legal, Accounting Costs | $3,000 | $8,000 |
| Grand Opening Promotion | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Computers, Point of Sale System and Related Software | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Additional Funds for 3 months | $100,000 | $120,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $3,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Audit Fee | Varies |
| Testing Costs | Varies |
| Costs of Collection | Varies |
| Interest | Lower of 1.5% per month or highest rate permitted by law |
| Indemnification | Unknown |
| Tax Payments | Unknown |
| Additional Training Fees and Possible Expenses | Unable to estimate a range of costs |
| Initial Training Program for Additional Personnel | Currently $3,000/per additional person |
| Additional On-Site Training Immediately Following the Initial Training Program | Currently $360/per trainer per day |
| Optional On-Site Consultation | Currently $80 per hour per consultant |
| Required Store Update Expenses | Uncertain |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 5-day online + 14-day on-site |
| Classroom Training | 80 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 56 hours |
| Training Location | Online and On-site at your store |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may offer or require remedial training and additional training programs online, at headquarters, or elsewhere. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | Franchisee is not awarded any “protected” or “reserved” territorial rights. Franchisor and its affiliates have the right to locate and license other Meet Fresh Stores or any other type of business under the Marks or other brands anywhere, regardless of proximity or competition. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 2 additional 5 year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Compliance with agreements and standards, right to remain at premises, compliance with new qualification/training requirements, timely written notice of desire to renew (270-365 days before expiration), payment of all amounts due, signing a General Release, and signing the then-current franchise agreement and related documents. |
| Transfer Fee | $3,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transferee must meet credit rating and business qualifications, complete initial training or demonstrate ability, sign personal guarantees and new franchise agreement, pay transfer fee, not own interests in similar businesses, pay all amounts due, and bring the store into full compliance with current standards. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate without opportunity to cure for reasons including failure to secure an Accepted Location or open by deadline, failure to complete training, material misrepresentation, felony conviction, unauthorized use of trade secrets, abandonment, submission of false reports, insolvency, misuse of Marks, repeated failure to submit reports or pay fees, safety/health violations, failure to comply with laws, or failure to maintain insurance. Franchisor may terminate with opportunity to cure for monetary defaults (5 days to cure) or other defaults (30 days to cure). |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years after termination or non-renewal |
| Non-Compete Details | For 2 years after termination or non-renewal, franchisee, affiliates, family members, and owners cannot be involved in a Similar Business within a 10-mile radius of any Meet Fresh Store location. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Designated Owner must have an equity interest in the Franchised Business and is responsible for supervising it. At least 2 Store Managers are required, one of whom may be the Designated Owner. All managers must complete the Initial Training Program. Franchisee is responsible for hiring, firing, discipline, and supervision of employees. |
| Required Suppliers | Affiliates Easy Life and Express for proprietary products (powders, mixes, raw ingredients, branded paper products, equipment, accessories) and SBM Technology Corporation (TCPOS) for Point of Sale (POS) system. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee must use/sell only approved products and services, equipment, fixtures, and materials. Cannot use, offer, or sell Designated Goods not approved by franchisor. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | None |
Meet Fresh Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Meet Fresh 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.
Meet Fresh 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.
Meet Fresh Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordMeet Fresh 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.
Meet Fresh System Growth
Total Units
37
Franchised
27
Company-Owned
10
Meet Fresh currently operates 27 franchised locations and 10 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 8 | 0 | 23 |
| 2020 | 7 | 0 | 30 |
| 2021 | 7 | 0 | 37 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$1.2M
Net Income
$820K
Total Assets
$2.5M
Audited by KCCW Accountancy Corp. for year ending December 31.
Meet Fresh Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Meet Fresh franchise ranges from $758,500 to $1,141,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $20,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Meet Fresh charges a royalty fee of 10% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a None contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Meet Fresh 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 Meet Fresh to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Meet Fresh 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.
Meet Fresh has been franchising since 2016. The FDD shows an investment range of $758,500-$1,141,500, a 10% of Gross Revenues royalty, and no 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 $20,000 and the total investment ranges from $758,500 to $1,141,500 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $100,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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