Tropical Smoothie Cafe Franchise Cost (2025)
Complete cost breakdown for Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchise: $341K–$815K investment, 6% royalty, franchise fee, and ongoing costs. From the official 2025 FDD.
Source: 2025 FDD filed in MN
Total Investment
$341K–$815K
Franchise Fee
$35K
Non-refundable
Royalty
6%
weekly gross sales
Ad Fund
5%
weekly gross sales
Ongoing Fees
Monthly and annual costs after opening.
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty | 6% of gross sales | |
| Ad Fund | 5% of gross sales |
Other Upfront Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Grand Opening Contribution | $10K |
| Additional Unit Franchise Fee | $25K |
| VetFran Reduced Franchise Fee | $18K |
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