Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a fast casual restaurant franchise known for its smoothies, wraps, sandwiches, and bowls made with fresh, flavorful ingredients. The brand has built a loyal following by combining a health conscious menu with a…
Total Investment
$277K – $584K
Franchise Fee
$30,000
Royalty Rate
6% Gross Sales
Total Units
N/A
Franchising Since
N/A
🌻About Tropical Smoothie Cafe Franchise
Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a fast casual restaurant franchise known for its smoothies, wraps, sandwiches, and bowls made with fresh, flavorful ingredients.
The brand has built a loyal following by combining a health conscious menu with a relaxed, tropical inspired dining atmosphere.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe, LLC operates under the investment backing of Levine Leichtman Capital Partners and is incorporated in Georgia.
💰Tropical Smoothie Cafe Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$277K
Average Investment
$431K
Maximum Investment
$584K
Fee Type
Amount
Notes
Initial Franchise Fee
$30,000
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
6% of gross sales
Ongoing; paid monthly
Total Investment Range
$277,000 – $584,000
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $277K–$584K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The ongoing royalty fee is 6% of gross sales.
📋Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
Item
Low
High
Initial Franchise Fee
$15,000
$30,000
Professional Fees
$5,000
$15,000
Restaurant Fixtures, Furniture and Equipment (including point of sale/cash register system)
$95,000
$142,000
Leasehold Improvements
$140,000
$259,500
Signage
$3,000
$25,000
Initial Inventory
$3,500
$19,500
Initial Training Expenses
$1,000
$15,000
Initial Deposits
$1,500
$25,500
Grand Opening Contribution
$5,000
$10,000
Additional Funds (Working Capital) (3 to 6 months)
Tropical Smoothie Cafe 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.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe 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.
⚖Tropical Smoothie Cafe Litigation & Risk Flags
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Clean Litigation RecordTropical Smoothie Cafe 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.
📈Tropical Smoothie Cafe System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Tropical Smoothie Cafe currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
❓Tropical Smoothie Cafe Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchise ranges from $277,000 to $584,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $30,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe charges a royalty fee of 6% of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Tropical Smoothie Cafe 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 Tropical Smoothie Cafe to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe 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.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $277,000-$584,000, a 6% 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 $30,000 and the total investment ranges from $277,000 to $584,000 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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Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Total Investment
$277K – $584K
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$30,000
Royalty6%
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total UnitsN/A
Earnings Claim (Item 19)No
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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