Bonita Bowls
- Ownership Requirement
- Full-time
- Business Type
- Franchise
Fresh Bowls, Vibrant Business
Join a neighborhood açaí brand built for profitable, fast operations.
Brand overview
Bonita Bowls is an Illinois-born neighborhood shop serving açaí bowls, smoothies, wraps, waffles, poke, and toast made with real fruit and blended to order. Open from breakfast to bedtime, the shops offer a vibrant in-store experience with neon glow and fresh flowers. Founded in 2021 by Kyle, who brings 11 years of experience in the açaí industry, the concept was built to be profitable from year one with sold-out openings. Today, the brand continues to grow with a personality-driven aesthetic that stands out in the fast-casual space.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose Bonita Bowls
Bonita Bowls offers a distinctive, pastel, playful, and illustrated brand personality that stands out from interchangeable bowl concepts. You get simple operations, predictable food costs, and fast service times built for multi-unit operators. The founder brings 11 years of açaí experience and a track record of profitability from year one. A royalty ramp structure protects new owners during build-out, and you receive responsive, personal support from a small team that treats franchisees like partners.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
Revenue Potential
2026 FDD top performing unit
Total investment
$165,400–$476,200
Cash Required
$150,000
Franchise fee
$35,000
Total units
4
Real estate required
Not Specified
Growth Trends
Training & support
The step-by-step onboarding process begins with a 30-minute discovery call, FDD review, and an in-store visit to meet the team and see operations firsthand. Franchisees receive hands-on assistance with site selection, build-out, training, and grand opening. This guided process is designed to get you from first call to ribbon-cutting in just 6 to 9 months.
Ideal candidate
Bonita Bowls seeks multi-unit operators and quality-focused individuals who value a hands-on partnership over being treated as a number. The brand prefers ten great operators over a hundred mediocre ones, looking for franchisees who align with their commitment to real ingredients, vibrant guest experiences, and efficient operations.
Bring vibrant, profitable bowls to your neighborhood. Discover how Bonita Bowls combines simple operations with standout brand aesthetics to create a rewarding franchise opportunity.