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3Natives Acai Cafe

Food Beverage

Initial Investment

$309,000 – $524,000

Liquid Capital Required

$175,000

Franchise Fee

$35,000

Royalty

6%

About 3Natives Acai Cafe

3Natives Acai Cafe is a rapidly growing healthy fast-casual franchise, serving acai bowls, smoothies,
wraps, salads, cold-pressed juices, toast, bagels, and more, all made-to-order from whole, premium
ingredients. Founded in 2013 in Tequesta, Florida, 3Natives has cultivated a loyal following by
serving fresh, natural foods that fuel active, balanced lifestyles without sacrificing flavor or
convenience.
We’re built for both first-time entrepreneurs and seasoned multi-unit operators looking to make a
meaningful impact while building a profitable, community-driven business. As a franchisee, you’ll
benefit from our full in-house support system, covering every step from store design, training, and
operations to ongoing marketing, social media, and brand growth. With low startup costs, streamlined
operations, and a high-demand product, 3Natives offers a scalable opportunity in the booming health
and wellness markets.

WHY 3Natives Acai Cafe?

Low Overhead & Simple Operations: 900-1300 sq ft footprint, streamlined model with minimal equipment and no full kitchen required
Proven Performance: $853,061 AUV for the top 50% of locations in 2025
Health-Driven Concept: Clean, nutritious, and made to order, built for today’s wellness-focused consumers

OUR IDEAL FRANCHISEE

Community-Focused Leader: Represents the brand locally and builds real connections around healthy living
Strong Operator: Embraces our fresh-food, guest-first culture with solid leadership and communication
Growth-Minded Owner: Driven by financial freedom and ready to grow, including potential multi-unit expansion

AVAILABLE MARKETS
US markets available: All except listed below

HOT Regions/Desirable: AZ, FL, GA, NC, NY, SC, OK, PA, TX

NOT available: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, ND, RI, VA, WA, WI

Available in Canada: No

International Referrals: No

BACKGROUND
Year founded: 2013

Year Franchised: 2015

Number of franchises currently operating: 50

Number of International franchises currently operating: 0

Number of corporate owned franchises: 8

Home Based: No

Absentee ownership available: NoX

Semi-Absentee ownership available: Yes

Accepting Master Franchisor and Area Developer Referrals: Yes

Average number of employees required: 8

E2 Visa Friendly: Yes

FINANCIAL DETAILS

Franchise Fee: Single: $35,000

Providing earnings guidance in Item 19 in FDD: Yes

Total investment range: $309,000 - $524,000; Multi unit investment $339,000 to $554,000

Net worth requirement: $450,000

Royalty: 6%

Additional fees: 2% marketing fund contribution

Financial assistance available: No

VetFran program: No

Veterans/Minorities/First Responders Discount? Yes, 10% off the first franchise fee for veterans and first responders

SUPPORT & TRAINING PROVIDED
Training and support program details:

Franchisees benefit from a comprehensive training program beginning with 80 hours of personalized, one-on-one instruction at our Florida headquarters. This immersive, two-week experience covers all critical aspects of operating a successful location, from daily operations and team leadership to product preparation, marketing strategies, and technology systems. Once you're ready to launch, you’ll receive an additional 80 hours of on-site training in your new store, ensuring your team is confident and prepared to welcome guests through your doors with excellence. Support doesn’t end there. We provide ongoing in-market assistance, regularly scheduled group calls, and unlimited coaching sessions, all of which can be customized to the franchisee’s goals and challenges, as often as needed. This tailored approach ensures you're never navigating growth or obstacles alone.

Cost for Training: $2,000 - $5,000

Lodging and airfare included: Yes

Site Selection Assistance: Yes

Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Mentor following training: Yes

Length of mentoring Franchisee: Ongoing

Last updated: 5/1/2026

Liaison: Tanasia DeJesus, CFPC

Key Details

Initial Investment

$309,000 – $524,000

Liquid Capital Required

$175,000

Franchise Fee

$35,000

Royalty

6%

Total Units

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Founded

2013

Began Franchising

2015

Status

Active

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