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Aloha Poke Co.®

Food & Beverage Year: 2025
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What Is Aloha Poke Co.?

Aloha Poke Co. is a restaurant franchise that offers and sells poke bowls made with cubed, raw, or marinated fish, along with other food products and beverages. Franchisees operate branded Aloha Poke Co. Restaurants under mandatory brand standards and trademarks, selling food and beverages to the general public year-round; the franchisor also grants multi-unit development rights with reduced initial fees for successive units under a development rider.

Aloha Poke Co. Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchisor's standout strength is a pristine legal and system stability record - 0 disclosed lawsuits, 0 franchisor-initiated enforcement actions, and 0 outlet terminations/non-renewals/reacquisitions, placing it in the bottom 5% for Food & Beverage. The main risk is that no listed cons or disputes could reflect limited public reporting or hidden issues, so thorough due diligence is still required.

Pros

0 total disclosed lawsuits - well below typical for Food & Beverage (bottom 5%), giving you a clean legal record and reducing litigation risk during due diligence.
0 franchisor-initiated enforcement actions - well below typical for Food & Beverage (bottom 5%), which implies the franchisor rarely needs to use formal enforcement and points to fewer legal frictions with operators.
0 outlet terminations, 0 outlet non-renewals, and 0 reacquired outlets - all well below typical for Food & Beverage (bottom 5%), indicating low operator exits and greater system stability.

Cons

Territory Protection

43/100
NORMAL

Aloha Poke Co. grants a protected, site-specific Area of Protection (radius set by market density, drive times, and demographics) that bars other Aloha Poke Co. restaurants within the circle but expressly excludes Non-Traditional Venues. Territory rights are contingent on meeting performance quotas; the franchisor retains rights to sell via e-commerce/alternative channels and to develop additional units without right of first refusal.

Training & Support

66/100
NORMAL

Aloha Poke Co. provides a robust 80-hour training curriculum designed to prepare four initial trainees for launch through a structured instructional program. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness; franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses, and on-site assistance is available for an additional fee.

Unit Growth Analysis

Unit Growth Chart

This franchise shows modest but uneven expansion from 13 units in 2022 to 17 in 2025 (net +4 units, +30.8% cumulative), with year-over-year changes of +15.4% (2022→23), 0% (2023→24), and +13.3% (2024→25). The rebound to a 13.3% growth rate after a flat year suggests improving unit development and healthier momentum, but the 0% year flags fragility-investors should look for continued multi-year increases or pipeline evidence before assuming sustainable acceleration.

How Much Does It Cost to Open an Aloha Poke Co. Franchise?

Opening an Aloha Poke Co. franchise requires a total initial investment of $140,900 to $475,930, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$140,900
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$475,930
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$30,000
Real Estate$59,100
Equipment & Assets$26,800
Reserves$10,000
Training$5,000
Other$10,000

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$35,000
Real Estate$308,780
Equipment & Assets$76,650
Reserves$25,000
Training$10,000
Other$20,500

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do Aloha Poke Co. Franchise Owners Make?

Aloha Poke Co. franchise locations reported average gross sales of $323,756 and median gross sales of $301,614 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:
$323,756
Median Gross Sales:
$301,614
High Gross Sales:
$463,330
Low Gross Sales:
$206,324
Sample Size:
3
Audit Status:
Unaudited
Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The franchised sample (3 restaurants) had average gross sales of 323,756 in 2024, which is substantially lower than the average gross sales reported for affiliate-operated suburban/urban units (743,282), indicating affiliate locations-on average-had higher sales in the provided samples.
Performance Variability Analysis: Franchised unit sales varied widely in 2024 (low 206,324; high 463,330) across only three outlets, suggesting high dispersion but limited sample size, so observed variability may not represent broader franchisee outcomes.
Data Scope and Limitations: The franchised sales data are unaudited and based on only three full-year franchised restaurants in 2024, while detailed expense and profit P&L data are provided only for affiliate-owned sub-samples, limiting direct applicability of expense metrics to prospective franchisees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aloha Poke Co. a good franchise to own?

Whether Aloha Poke Co. is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Aloha Poke Co. operates 17 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 66/100. Financial performance data is disclosed in Item 19. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is an Aloha Poke Co. franchise worth the investment?

The value of an Aloha Poke Co. franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $140,900 to $475,930. Aloha Poke Co. disclosed average gross sales of $323,756 in 2025. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

How long does it take to break even with an Aloha Poke Co. franchise?

Break-even timelines for Aloha Poke Co. franchises are not disclosed in the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.

Is Aloha Poke Co. a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, Aloha Poke Co. operates 5 franchised locations and 12 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

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