Vitality Bowls Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

All you need to know about this franchise in a snapshot

Number of franchises

Investment required

$209,000 - $683,000

Revenue (AUV)

$539,000

Last 3 years unit growth

-16%

Initial franchise fee

$40,000

Operating Profit

n.a.

Vitality Bowls: Revolutionizing the Superfood Café Experience

Founded in 2011 in San Ramon, California, by Roy and Tara Gilad, Vitality Bowls emerged from the couple's quest to find safe, healthy food alternatives for their daughter, who has severe food allergies.

This personal mission evolved into a nationwide franchise, with the company beginning its franchising efforts in 2014. Today, Vitality Bowls is headquartered in Danville, California, and has expanded to over 75 locations across the United States.

Vitality Bowls specializes in açaí bowls, smoothies, fresh juices, salads, wraps, and grain bowls, all crafted with high-quality superfoods. The menu is designed to cater to health-conscious consumers seeking nutritious and delicious options for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a snack.

A distinctive feature of Vitality Bowls is its commitment to an allergy-friendly environment, with kitchens specifically designed to prevent cross-contact, ensuring safety for customers with food allergies.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Initial Franchise Fee	$40,000 - $40,000
Rent, Security Deposit, Utility Deposit	$2,000 - $15,000
Leasehold Improvements	$44,800 - $388,200
Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment	$47,900 - $66,940
Initial Inventory and Supplies	$3,000 - $12,000
Insurance	$5,000 - $10,000
Business Licenses and Permits	$3,000 - $15,000
Professional Fees	$2,100 - $10,000
Signage	$2,000 - $15,000
Computer and Software	$7,500 - $12,000
Grand Opening Promotion	$10,000 - $15,000
Training Expenses	$1,000 - $2,500
Training Wages	$2,000 - $5,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months	$38,500 - $76,500
TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT	$208,800 - $683,140

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Franchise Disclosure Document

Training

Vitality Bowls provides comprehensive training to franchisees to ensure the successful operation of their restaurants.

Initial Training: The franchisor offers an initial training program for franchisees and their initial managers. This training typically lasts about 60 hours and is conducted over a week at a designated location. The training includes operational, managerial, and system standards education necessary for running a Vitality Bowls restaurant.
Manager Training: Before the restaurant's opening, both the franchisee and their initial manager must complete the initial training program to the franchisor's satisfaction. The franchisor provides instructors, facilities, and materials for this purpose.
Additional and Refresher Training: Vitality Bowls may require franchisees and managers to attend additional or refresher training programs. These sessions are designed to update or reinforce operational standards and may be held at various locations across the United States.
Employee Training: Franchisees are responsible for training their employees as per prudent business practices and system standards. The franchisor may provide guidance but ensures franchisees manage the training independently.
Pre-Opening Assistance: The franchisor offers on-site support for up to seven days during the restaurant's opening phase, assisting with operational setup and promotional strategies.

Territory Protection

Vitality Bowls provides its franchisees with a designated "Protected Area" to operate their restaurants. This territory is defined based on factors such as population density and demographics of the location.

Once established, the franchisor agrees not to permit other Vitality Bowls franchise locations or company-owned outlets to operate within this Protected Area during the franchise term.

However, the Protected Area does not guarantee exclusivity for all business activities. Vitality Bowls reserves the right to compete within the area through other channels, such as catering or delivery services, provided these do not involve a direct restaurant setup.

Additionally, the boundaries of the Protected Area may be subject to modifications upon franchise renewal or other circumstances, ensuring alignment with evolving market conditions.