About Nature's Table Cafe Franchise
Nature's Table Cafe is a quick serve restaurant franchise offering a variety of flavorful protein bowls, gourmet paninis and wraps, classic sandwiches, nutritional smoothies and acai bowls, signature salads, pasta salads, soups, vegetarian chili, breakfast items, fresh fruit, soft drinks, and other sensible foods.
Franchisees operate day-to-day restaurant locations typically sized between 500 and 2,500 square feet, serving the general public with dine-in and take-out options.
The target customers are health-conscious consumers looking for fresh, nutritious quick-service meal options in convenient locations such as shopping centers, office buildings, hospitals, and universities.
Nature's Table Cafe Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$62K
Average Investment
$263K
Maximum Investment
$464K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Sales (Marketing Fund) plus 2% of Gross Sales (Local Advertising) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $62,200 – $464,100 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $62K–$464K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Sales (Marketing Fund) plus 2% of Gross Sales (Local Advertising)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Real Estate/Rent Deposit (Three months) | $3,000 | $24,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $0 | $250,000 |
| Site Inspection and Review | $0 | $5,000 |
| Utility and Miscellaneous Security Deposits | $0 | $3,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $0 | $90,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $10,000 | $12,000 |
| Insurance | $1,200 | $2,100 |
| Additional Funds (Three Months) | $5,000 | $25,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Signage/Menu Boards | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| Miscellaneous | $3,500 | $6,000 |
| Impact Fees (Strip Mall only) | $1,000 | $6,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 for single unit franchises; $15,000 for multi-unit operators |
| Renewal Fee | None (Successor Agreement Fee is None) |
| Audit Fee | Amount of underpayment plus interest at highest legal rate not more than 10%, plus audit costs estimated $1,000-$5,000 if underpayment is 2% or more |
| Transfer/Training | $5,000 |
| Insurance | Premiums and our costs and expenses |
| Ongoing Training and Special Assistance | Currently up to $300 per day plus out-of-pocket costs and expenses |
| Additional Required or Optional Training | $0 to $1,000 |
| Relocation Inspection Fees | $300 per day plus actual expenses |
| Relocation Fee | Up to $10,000 |
| Management Fee | Maximum of $500 per day plus actual expenses |
| Maintenance and Renovation | Actual cost of ongoing maintenance and renovation |
| Interest | Lesser of 10% APR or highest commercial contract interest rate |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | 10% of the insufficient funds amount |
| Prohibited Product or Service Fine | $250 per day |
| Advertising Cooperative | As determined by members |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
| Costs and Attorneys Fees | Will vary under circumstances |
| National/Regional Meetings | Actual costs of travel, hotel, meals |
| New Product/Supplier Testing | $0 to $3,500 |
| Liquidated Damages | Will vary under circumstances |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 120 total hours (10 classroom hours + 110 on-the-job hours) |
| Classroom Training | 10 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 110 hours |
| Training Location | Corporate headquarters in Orlando, Florida; Nature's Table Restaurant in Orlando, Florida; and on-site at franchisee's restaurant |
| Additional Training | Refresher training programs and annual meetings may be offered. Additional on-site training available at franchisee's request at per diem fee. Optional training charged at $200 per day, not to exceed 5 days. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Three-mile radius for free-standing buildings or strip centers; limited to building, terminal, or campus for food courts, malls, office buildings, airport terminals, or college campuses |
| Description | Designated Territory specified in Franchise Agreement. Franchisor will not establish or license another Restaurant in the Designated Territory during the term. Territory cannot be altered before Agreement expires or is terminated. For Multi-Unit Operators, an Exclusive Area is granted typically described in terms of municipal or county boundaries. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | None |
| Renewal Conditions | Must be in good standing, in compliance with franchise agreement terms, current in all payments, not in default, renovate and/or upgrade equipment if required, sign release, sign successor franchise agreement, and pay successor agreement fee |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 for single unit franchises; $15,000 for multi-unit operators |
| Transfer Conditions | Must pay all amounts due, not be in default, sign general release, pay transfer fee. Transferee must meet franchisor criteria, complete training, and sign current Franchise Agreement. Franchisor has 30-day right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | Curable defaults: failure to pay within 5 days after notice, failure to maintain insurance within 7 days, unauthorized use of Marks cured within 24 hours, other defaults cured within 30 days. Non-curable defaults: insolvency, bankruptcy, outstanding judgments over 30 days, selling unauthorized products, failure to acquire location, abandonment, felony conviction, unauthorized transfer, false books or records. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | Franchisee and Controlling Principals are prohibited for 2 years from expiration, termination or transfer of the franchise from operating or having an interest in a similar business within 3 miles of any Restaurant in the System. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Franchisee must designate and retain a General Manager at all times. Franchisor recommends but does not require that the franchisee be the General Manager. The General Manager must devote full time and best efforts to supervision and management, satisfy training requirements, and be individually acceptable to franchisor. General Manager is not required to have ownership interest. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase from approved suppliers who meet franchisor standards and specifications. Franchisor is one source of supply for smoothie mixes and syrups. US Foodservice is a primary approved supplier. Approximately 60-70% of purchases for establishing the restaurant and 80-85% of continuing purchases must come from approved suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | All food, beverage items, ingredients, supplies, materials, fixtures, furnishings, equipment, and other products must be from approved suppliers meeting franchisor standards. Written approval required for unapproved suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $96,405 from required purchases (9.8% of total revenue of $983,002) as of December 31, 2021, plus $1,953.18 from direct sale of smoothie mixes and syrups to franchisees outside Florida. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Nature's Table does not offer, either directly or indirectly, financing to franchisees for any items. They may provide assistance in obtaining financing. |
Nature's Table Cafe Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Nature's Table 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.
Nature's Table 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.
Nature's Table Cafe Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordNature's Table 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.
Nature's Table Cafe System Growth
Total Units
55
Franchised
51
Company-Owned
4
Nature's Table Cafe currently operates 51 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 | 4 | 4 | 57 |
| 2020 | 3 | 2 | 58 |
| 2021 | 2 | 5 | 55 |
Transfers: 2 | Closures: 4
State Registrations
Registered in 1 states: VA
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$983K
Net Income
$332K
Total Assets
$654K
Audited by Moss, Krusick & Associates, LLC for year ending December 31.
Nature's Table Cafe Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Nature's Table Cafe franchise ranges from $62,200 to $464,100, 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.
Nature's Table Cafe charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 1% of Gross Sales (Marketing Fund) plus 2% of Gross Sales (Local Advertising) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Nature's Table 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 Nature's Table Cafe to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Nature's Table 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.
Nature's Table Cafe has been franchising since 1986. The FDD shows an investment range of $62,200-$464,100, a 5% of Gross Sales 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 $62,200 to $464,100 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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