Franchise Deep Dive: Rush Bowls Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data

Rush Bowls, with 51 locations across the country, offers healthy, on-the-go food options such as acai bowls and smoothies.

By Erica InmanStaff Writer

8:08AM • 04/28/24

LAST UPDATED: April 2024

FRANCHISE WEBSITE: https://rushbowls.com/franchise

NUMBER OF LOCATIONS: 51

REPORTED COST TO GET IN: $200,000 – $545,000

REPORTED ROI (Item 19): not publicly available

Rush Bowls offers quick and healthy meals in the form of acai bowls and smoothies.

How Many Rush Bowls Locations Are There?

Rush Bowls got its start in 2004, when the brand’s founder, Andrew Pudalov, transitioned out of New York's financial sector to pursue his passion. Wanting to offer fast and healthy meal options, he founded the Rush Bowls in Boulder, Colorado.

Rush Bowls currently has 51 locations across the U.S.

What Is Rush Bowls’ Business Model?

Rush Bowls offers a variety of acai bowls and smoothies, with a focus on fresh and healthy fruits and vegetables in each creation. The bowls include toppings such as coconut, fruit, granola and honey and often include protein or vitamins. Customers can order in-store or online.

How Much Can Rush Bowls Franchise Owners Make?

The brand does not make this information publicly available. Prospective owners can access this information through the brand’s most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

How Much Does It Cost To Open Rush Bowls?

The total initial investment necessary to begin operation of a Rush Bowls franchise ranges from $200,000 – $545,000.

What Is the Franchise Fee for Rush Bowls?

The franchise fee required to begin operation of a single Rush Bowls franchise is $39,000, which must be paid to the franchisor.

A three-store agreement requires a franchise fee of $79,000, and a five-store agreement requires a franchise fee of $99,000. Active duty military and veterans are eligible for a 10% discount.

Who’s On Rush Bowls’s Leadership Team?

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