Frutta Bowls charges a royalty fee of 6.0% of gross sales (2026 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.

The total ongoing fee rate for a Frutta Bowls franchise is approximately 9.0% of gross sales (2026 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $605/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Frutta Bowls has been involved in 2 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2026 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.

Yes, the Frutta Bowls franchisor has a bankruptcy filing in their history (2026 FDD). Prospective franchisees should review FDD Item 4 for complete details.

Frutta Bowls offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2026 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.

Frutta Bowls currently operates 20 locations (2026 FDD) (19 franchised, 1 company-owned). The system contracted by 23.1% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -11.7%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Frutta Bowls is 40.0% (2026 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

According to the Frutta Bowls FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2026 FDD), the average gross sales per unit is $350K.

The initial franchise agreement term for Frutta Bowls is 10 years (2026 FDD). Franchisees can renew 99 times for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 1000 years.

Frutta Bowls's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 10 miles of the former location (2026 FDD).

Yes, Frutta Bowls's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2026 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

Frutta Bowls provides 71 hours of initial training over approximately 2 weeks (2026 FDD). The cost of training is covered by the franchisor (travel and lodging are typically the franchisee's responsibility). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.

Yes, Frutta Bowls provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2026 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.