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LAST UPDATED: February 2024 FRANCHISE WEBSITE:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.islandfinpoke.com/franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.islandfinpoke.com/franchise/</a> NUMBER OF LOCATIONS: 28+ REPORTED COST TO GET IN: $283,550 to $449,500 REPORTED ROI (Item 19):&nbsp;N/A<a href="https://www.islandfinpoke.com/franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Island Fin&nbsp;Poké</a> is a Florida-based, fast-casual restaurant concept known for its Hawaiian-style build-your-own poké bowls, which feature homemade sauces, toppings and a variety of fresh ingredients.&nbsp;Island Fin&nbsp;Poké was founded in 2016 by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-setterington-29a50713/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Mark Setterington</a>, a longtime entrepreneur who has owned various restaurants across Las Vegas, Nevada and Southern California. Setterington opened the first location in Winter Springs, Florida in 2017 and quickly began franchising, with the brand’s first franchised location opening in 2019.&nbsp;As a result of its offerings and expansion, Island Fin&nbsp;Poké was honored in Fast Casual’s “2022 Movers &amp; Shakers List” and was also recognized as a 2022 top “100 Game Changer” by Franchise Dictionary Magazine.&nbsp;<figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4lHLbufC_pc"><div class="iframely-embed"><div class="iframely-responsive"><iframe src="//cdn.iframe.ly/api/iframe?app=1&amp;api_key=fd3b6b3731f34f55ba1fe3&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D4lHLbufC_pc" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></div></figure><h2>How Many Island Fin&nbsp;Poké&nbsp;Locations Are There?</h2>As of December 2023, there are more than 28 open Island Fin&nbsp;Poké locations and even more in development.&nbsp;<h2>What Is Island Fin&nbsp;Poké’s Business Model?</h2>Island Fin&nbsp;Poké’s business model is focused on offering fresh, high-quality, Hawaiian-inspired poke bowls to consumers in a comfortable and convenient environment. The brand also allows guests to enjoy a personalized experience every visit.&nbsp;Island Fin&nbsp;Poké boasts that franchisees can enjoy low overhead, as it has strategically created a “small, uncluttered yet cohesive restaurant design.” Each of its locations are intentionally designed to require a low investment and typically range in size from 900 to 1,500 square feet. The restaurant’s smaller kitchens allow franchisees to allocate a higher percentage of the space for guest usage.&nbsp;The brand currently offers two different types of franchise opportunities, including its single-unit franchises or an area-development franchise, for entrepreneurs who wish to lock down a larger territory.&nbsp;Island Fin&nbsp;Poké lists the following benefits for operating one of its franchises:&nbsp;<ul><li>Recession Resistant</li><li>Simple, Scalable Business Model</li><li>No Kitchen, No Cooking, No Chef</li><li>Small Footprint</li><li>Low Investment</li><li>High Margins</li><li>Limited Labor Needed</li><li>Healthy Food Option</li><li>Unlimited Opportunities For Growth</li></ul><figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r80HH1Bx9pE"><div class="iframely-embed"><div class="iframely-responsive"><iframe src="//cdn.iframe.ly/api/iframe?app=1&amp;api_key=fd3b6b3731f34f55ba1fe3&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3Dr80HH1Bx9pE" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></div></figure><h2>How Much Can Island Fin&nbsp;Poké Franchise Owners Make?</h2>Island Fin&nbsp;Poké&nbsp;does not have a publicly available Item 19. To learn more,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.islandfinpoke.com/contact-us/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">contact the team</a> about reading the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which will state the total earnings of any company or franchise-owned unit as a reference.<h2>How Much Does It Cost To Open an Island Fin&nbsp;Poké&nbsp;Franchise?</h2>As of the publishing of this story, the initial investment required to open an Island Fin Poke franchise ranges from $283,550 to $449,500. This investment is broken down into the following costs:<ul><li>Initial Franchise Fee: $49,500</li><li>Training Expenses: $1,600 to $2,400</li><li>Premises Deposits: $5,000 to $18,000</li><li>Design and Architect Fees: $4,000 to $12,000</li><li>Leasehold Improvements, Construction and/or Remodeling: $120,000 to $220,000</li><li>Furniture and Fixtures: $15,000 to $20,000</li><li>Exterior Signage: $3,500 to $7,000</li><li>Business Licenses and Permits: $1,500 to $2,500</li><li>Computer Systems: $1,500 to $3,000</li><li>Initial Inventory to Begin Operating: $5,000 to $7,000</li><li>Equipment: $25,000 to $40,000</li><li>Professional Fees: $750 to $1,500</li><li>Grand Opening Advertising: $10,000</li><li>Insurance: $1,200 to $1,600</li><li>Operating Expenses/Additional Funds (3 Months): $40,000 to $55,000</li></ul><h2>What Is the Franchise Fee for Island Fin&nbsp;Poké?</h2>The initial franchise fee required to open an Island Fin Poke franchise is $49,500. Franchise owners are also required to pay an ongoing royalty fee of 6% and an ad fee of 1.5%.<h2>Who’s On the Island Fin&nbsp;Poké Leadership Team?</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-setterington-29a50713/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Mark Setterington — Co-Founder, President and CEO</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-reas-65232385/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Paul Reas — Co-Founder</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-guevara-franocity/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Justin Guevara — Franchise Development Team</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/franocity/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Cliff Nonnenmacher — Franchise Development Team</a></li></ul><h2>What Helpful Articles Can I Read to Learn More About Island Fin&nbsp;Poké?</h2><ul><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/spadealignanafranchiseattorneys/island-fin-poke-co-scales-franchising-to-new-heights-with-spadea-lignanas-expertise-2724309#most-recent-stories">Island Fin&nbsp;Poké Co. Scales Franchising to New Heights with Spadea Lignana’s Expertise&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://www.workstream.us/blog/mark-setterington-co-founder-ceo-of-island-fin-poke-company?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Q&amp;A with the Co-Founder and CEO Island Fin Poke Company&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/national-franchise-island-fin-poke-co-earns-prestigious-recognition-for-being-a-game-changer-in-the-franchising-industry-301717107.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">National Franchise, Island Fin Poke Co., Earns Prestigious Recognition for Being a Game Changer in the Franchising Industry&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nrn.com/fast-casual/island-fin-pok-celebrates-its-2021-success?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Island Fin Poke Celebrates its 2021 success</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ifpg.org/top-franchises/island-fin-poke?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-island-fin-poke-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724647" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Island Fin Poke Franchise Profile | IFPG</a></li></ul>Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. 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