3Natives Acai Cafe

3Natives Acai Cafe

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Food & Beverage · Salads, smoothies, acai bowls

Investment min
$309K
Total: $309K–$524K
Avg gross revenue
$947.1K
Unit-level, 2026
Franchise fee
$35K
Veteran discount available
Royalty
6%
of gross revenue
Locations
39
Franchising since 2015

Description

What is 3Natives Acai Cafe?

Salads, smoothies, and acai bowls served fast-casual style with fresh ingredients at affordable prices

3Natives take a healthy twist on the "fast food" mindset by serving healthy, fresh, and convenient food at an affordable price. Founded in 2013, we started as a single cafe and have since expanded to over 50 locations, proudly serving customers across the U.S.

  • Beach lifestyle positioning
  • Active wellness demographic
  • Florida-concentrated footprint
  • Surf and outdoor culture
  • Quick better-for-you meals
  • Health-conscious family focus

Location Analysis

Where 3Natives Acai Cafe wins

3Natives Acai Cafe operates primarily in the Southeast United States, with concentrated presence in South Florida, the Florida Treasure Coast, and along Florida's Atlantic coast. Top markets include Jupiter/Tequesta, Palm Beach County, Stuart/Martin County, and Port St. Lucie—all within Florida. The brand exhibits dense clustering in the founding Palm Beach and Treasure Coast corridor, with multiple units within short driving distance. Placement favors coastal and beach-adjacent sites, downtowns, waterfronts, and residential commuter corridors, with expansion radiating outward from the Florida core rather than dispersed nationally. The business model appears oriented toward health-conscious and fitness-oriented consumers, younger adults, students, active families, beachgoers, surfers, and outdoor-recreation participants, as well as suburban and coastal residents with disposable income for premium grab-and-go food and daytime commuters. Location requirements include small-footprint in-line space in strip centers or retail plazas, high visibility, strong vehicle and pedestrian traffic, convenient parking, and proximity to beaches, gyms, schools, or downtown activity centers. No average location rating or review volume data is provided, so customer sentiment and operational performance at the unit level remain unverified. Prospective franchisees should conduct local market validation, assess competitive density, confirm demographic alignment, and perform territory-level due diligence before site selection.
Total Locations
47
Franchise units
39
Corporate locations
8
Avg. sq. footage
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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind 3Natives Acai Cafe

Avg gross revenue$947,071
Investment range$309,000 – $524,000
Investment midpoint$416,500
Brand fund2%
Royalty6%
Franchise fee$35,000
Min. net worth$450,000
Min. liquid capital$175,000

Veteran discount available

3Natives Acai Cafe participates in a veteran discount program on the franchise fee. Ask your Franzy advisor or the brand for current eligibility and terms.

3Natives Acai Cafe requires an initial investment between $310,000 and $520,000, with a standard franchise fee of $35,000. This mid-range capital requirement reflects the build-out needs for blending, juicing, and cold storage infrastructure, as well as the small-footprint retail format typical of grab-and-go concepts. The brand reports gross revenue of $1,176,459, though this figure alone does not indicate profitability, operating margins, or payback timeline—factors that depend heavily on labor costs, food waste, rent, and local price elasticity. Founded in 2013 and operating 42 units as of the input date, 3Natives remains a relatively young franchise system with moderate scale. This stage of development may offer early-mover territory opportunities, but it also carries execution risk: corporate infrastructure, supply chain consistency, and field support may still be maturing. The concept's reliance on fresh produce and premium ingredients introduces inventory complexity and margin sensitivity. Franchisees should scrutinize same-store sales trends, unit-level economics, and the brand's ability to support multi-unit growth outside its Florida core. Without detailed EBITDA or cash flow disclosures, candidates must perform independent financial modeling and seek validation from existing franchisees before committing capital.
Did you know? 3Natives Acai Cafe, a food and beverage franchise specializing in salads, smoothies, and acai bowls, requires a total investment between $310,000 and $520,000. The franchise fee is set at $35,000. Founded in 2013, the brand operates 42 units and is concentrated primarily in Florida's coastal markets.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

The model

How 3Natives Acai Cafe works

01
Ownership
Ownership model not specified.
02
Revenue
Recurring revenueTransaction-basedBig-ticket salesService-basedProduct sales (retail)Hybrid model
03
Customer
B2B

Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.

B2C

Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.

Mixed

Serves both businesses and consumers.

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$309K–$524K
Most common
$309,000
Minimum
$416,500
Midpoint
$524,000
Maximum

The investment range midpoint (from range reported on Item 7) is $416,500 and financing can reduce cash-at-close by 80–90%.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

Avg
$1.06M
YOY change (2025 -> 2026)
-19%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, 3Natives Acai Cafe has an average gross revenue of $947.1K. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Over time

-5% YoY
39 units open as of 2026 FDD-2 in last 12 mo

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for 3Natives Acai Cafe's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a 3Natives Acai Cafe franchise typically ranges between $309,000.00 and $524,000.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

3Natives Acai Cafe
3Natives Acai Cafe
$947.1K avg revenue · 39+ US franchises