Answering Restaurant Franchise Questions From Reddit and Quora

Every day, prospective franchisees turn to Reddit, Quora and other online forums for answers. Our team dove into these restaurant franchising threads and compiled ten of our favorite questions. Here are the honest, unfiltered concerns that come up when someone is seriously thinking about owning a business. And, of course, our answers.  Are Franchises Even […]

Should You Open a Juice Bar in 2026?

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If you’ve been considering buying a juice franchise, 2026 could be the year to make your move. Health and wellness continues to trend up and the functional food market is expected to be worth upwards of $690 billion by 2034 as consumers seek convenient ways to eat healthier. Smoothie and juice bars sit at the […]

7 Things You Should Know When Buying a Franchise Business

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BUSINESS OWNERSHIP 1. A Business Plan Even though franchises provide a proven framework, every market and owner is different. Your business plan should outline your goals, financial projections, local marketing strategy, and staffing structure. A well-developed plan serves two purposes: it keeps you focused and accountable as you operate day-to-day, and it acts as a […]

Opening a Smoothie Franchise vs. a Coffee Franchise: Pros and Cons

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If you’re looking to join the $100+ billion beverage industry, coffee and smoothie franchises are two of the safest bets.  But between the two, which is the better fit for your entrepreneurial goals? Let’s break down the pros and cons of each. Coffee Shop Franchises The demand for coffee is undeniable given that two-thirds of […]

Smoothie Franchise Opportunities – How We’re Innovating in a Competitive Market

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KEY TAKEAWAYS Smoothie King is proud to be a leader in the smoothie industry, and we understand that being a leading brand in our category requires us to focus on what lies on the horizon to stay ahead of the competition. We’re consistently innovating our smoothie franchise opportunities to maintain our momentum, establish our ever-increasing […]

Smoothie Franchise Testimonials and Success Stories

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At Smoothie King, we’re known for our relentless franchise training and support. And this support has paid off – we’re proud to be the Nation’s #1 health and fitness smoothie franchise brand! As we rapidly expand, we’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to help us take our smoothie bar franchise to the next level. Check […]

Comprehensive Franchise Training and Ongoing Support to Guide Owning a Smoothie Shop

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Smoothie King has experienced phenomenal growth over the past ten years, but nothing has fueled our momentum quite like our commitment to franchise owner success. We’re focused on providing our owners with comprehensive franchise training and ongoing support they need when it comes to owning a smoothie shop because our accomplishments often start as a […]

2023 Smoothie King Franchise Conference in Nashville, Tennessee

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The 2023 Smoothie King Franchise Conference and 50th-anniversary celebration was a huge success, featuring a gathering of our outstanding franchise owners and leadership team. Held at the beautiful Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, the franchise conference in Nashville, Tennessee, took place July 10 to 12 and gave us the opportunity to proudly showcase our […]

How to Open The Best Smoothie Franchise in 7 Steps With Us

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As the best smoothie franchise brand and a leader in the industry, Smoothie King has worked hard to deliver an incredible guest experience while focusing on benefiting our franchisees. With our established ever-increasing market share and brand awareness, we’re committed to supporting franchisees as they open a Smoothie King franchise and beyond. We offer franchise […]

Serving Deliciousness: Exploring the World of Smoothie Shop Franchises

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Today, more than ever, consumers are prioritizing their well-being. By investing in a smoothie shop franchise with Smoothie King, you are aligning yourself with a brand that is steadily gaining prominence as the rate of more active lifestyles continues to rise. The popularity of smoothies has reached new heights. In 2022, the US juice and […]