About Poki Bowl Franchise
Poki Bowl offers a fast-casual restaurant experience centered around customizable poke bowls.
Franchisees operate a retail establishment, preparing and serving quality seafood bowls with proprietary spices and sauces, built on a base of brown or white rice and/or fresh green salad with customer-selected toppings.
The target demographic includes professionals, families, students, and food enthusiasts aged 16-49, seeking high-quality meals at
Poki Bowl Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$188K
Average Investment
$305K
Maximum Investment
$423K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5.5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Revenue (local advertising); up to 1% of Gross Revenues (national advertising fund, currently none) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $187,750 – $423,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $188K–$423K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.5% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Revenue (local advertising); up to 1% of Gross Revenues (national advertising fund, currently none)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $45,000 |
| Architectural Fees | $4,000 | $18,000 |
| Real Estate Lease (3 months) | $12,000 | $18,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $60,000 | $210,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $20,000 | $60,000 |
| Signage | $8,000 | $12,000 |
| Licenses and Permits | $3,000 | $8,000 |
| Insurance | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Initial Inventory | $10,000 | $12,000 |
| Travel Expenses While Training | $500 | $3,000 |
| Grand Opening Expenses | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Accountant and Legal Fees | $750 | $1,500 |
| Additional Funds | $20,000 | $30,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | The greater of $5,000 or 10% of the sale price |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $250 per month (POS Software); up to $50 per month (Intranet Fee) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection and/or audit plus underpayment plus interest at 1.5% per month |
| Reputation and Review Management Fee | $250 per month |
| Additional Training Fee | $250 per person per day |
| Replacement Manual Fee | $250 |
| Approval of New Supplier | Up to $1,000 |
| Annual Conference | Currently none; anticipated $100 to $500 |
| Interest | Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest commercial contract interest rate |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $75 plus interest |
| Insurance | Reimbursement of costs plus 10% administrative fee |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
| Cost of Enforcement | All costs including reasonable attorney fees |
| Repair, Maintenance, and Refurbishing | Will vary under circumstances |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Up to 7 days (up to 14 days for extended food service menu) |
| Classroom Training | 16 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 16 hours |
| Training Location | Your location or franchisor's location, at franchisor's discretion |
| Additional Training | Up to 2 sessions per calendar year of ongoing training at $250 per person per day. Annual meetings may also be held. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected, Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Lesser of a 2-mile radius around location or an area with a population of 30,000 people |
| Description | You will receive a protected territory of the lesser of a 2-mile radius around your location or an area with a population of 30,000 people. However, the franchise is expressly non-exclusive. You may face competition from other franchisees, from units the franchisor owns, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands the franchisor controls. The franchisor retains the right to own, operate, and license others to operate Poki Bowl Restaurants at any location, and to sell through any distribution channel including internet, grocery stores, and supermarkets. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Must have fully complied with franchise agreement provisions; made capital expenditures to maintain uniformity; satisfied all monetary obligations; not be in default; given timely written notice of intent to renew; sign current franchise agreement (which may have different terms); comply with current qualifications and training requirements; sign a general release; pay renewal fee of $5,000. |
| Transfer Fee | The greater of $5,000 or 10% of the sale price |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor must consent; all obligations paid; not in default; transferee meets business and financial standards; transferee signs current franchise agreement; transfer fee paid; general release signed; non-competition agreement signed by transferor; transferee completes initial training. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for good cause including: bankruptcy or insolvency; abandoning the business for 5 consecutive days; mutual written agreement to terminate; material misrepresentation; failure to comply with laws within 10 days of notice; repeated noncompliance; failure to pay fees within 5 days of written notice; conviction of felony or criminal misconduct; imminent danger to public health or safety. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | For 2 years after termination or expiration, you may not offer competitive business services within 25 miles of any Poki Bowl business (including your former location, any other franchised or company-owned location, or any planned expansion thereof). You may not solicit or influence any customers, employees, or business associates to compete with or terminate their relationship with the franchisor. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Unless the franchisor otherwise approves in writing, you or your designated manager must devote full-time and best efforts to the management and operation of the Restaurant. You or your manager and other designated employees must attend and complete pre-opening training. Day-to-day tasks include supervising employees, checking inventories, reviewing sales and food displays, bookkeeping, and ensuring smooth operations. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase products and supplies directly from approved suppliers. Furniture, fixtures and equipment must be purchased under specifications in the operations manual from approved suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees may request approval of alternative suppliers by submitting a Supplier Approval Criteria and Request Form. Franchisor charges up to $1,000 to test proposed suppliers. Review typically completed in 30 days. Approval may be revoked. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $0 in revenue from required franchisee purchases in fiscal year ending December 31, 2022. Franchisor anticipates supplier rebates in the future. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing to you or guarantee any note, lease, or obligation of yours in connection with the purchase or establishment of the Restaurant. |
Poki Bowl Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$440K
Median Revenue
$429K
Revenue Range
$69K – $895K
Sample Size
12 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Poki Bowl Litigation & Risk Flags
1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Poki Bowl System Growth
Total Units
17
Franchised
14
Company-Owned
3
Poki Bowl currently operates 14 franchised locations and 3 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 4 | 0 | 8 |
| 2021 | 4 | 0 | 11 |
| 2022 | 7 | 1 | 17 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 1
State Registrations
Registered in 16 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Poki Bowl Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Poki Bowl franchise ranges from $187,750 to $423,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $45,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Poki Bowl charges a royalty fee of 5.5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a 1% of Gross Revenue (local advertising); up to 1% of Gross Revenues (national advertising fund, currently none) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Poki Bowl 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 Poki Bowl to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Poki Bowl franchise owners report average revenue of $440K and median revenue of $429K. This is based on a sample of 12 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Poki Bowl has been franchising since 2020. The FDD shows an investment range of $187,750-$423,000, a 5.5% of Gross Revenue royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $45,000 and the total investment ranges from $187,750 to $423,000 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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