Palm Berries®
What Is Palm Berries?
Palm Berries is a fast-casual restaurant franchise serving fresh, made-to-order acai bowls, fruit bowls, fruit smoothies, and other healthy menu items. Franchisees develop and operate one or more Palm Berries locations under the brand's proprietary operating system and trademarks, following the Manual and a Franchise Agreement, and will own certain underlying assets operated under a limited license. Palm Berries offers single-unit and area development arrangements, requiring compliance with the franchisor's standards, training, and development schedule.
Palm Berries Franchise: Pros and Cons
A major strength is the franchise’s spotless record-zero disclosed lawsuits, fraud allegations, government penalties, franchisor enforcement actions, outlet terminations, non‑renewals or reacquired units, placing it in the bottom 5% for Food & Beverage risk. The primary risk is there is no on-site training or support (94.2% of peers offer it), increasing startup burden.
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Lawsuits & Legal Risk
Palm Berries reported no material legal proceedings,
Territory Protection
Palm Berries grants a protected, non-exclusive, site-specific Territory (typically ≥40,000 people or a 3-mile radius) allocated by franchisor based on market density and demographics, limited to the confirmed location. Territory rights are contingent on meeting development/performance obligations, and franchisor retains e-commerce and surrounding-market development rights.
Training & Support
Palm Berries provides a focused 51-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three managerial staff members for launch. The program does not include on-site launch assistance; franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses.
How Much Does It Cost to Open a Palm Berries Franchise?
Opening a Palm Berries franchise requires a total initial investment of $221,000 to $513,500, 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.
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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.
Palm Berries Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed
Palm Berries did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information, which can make it harder for prospective owners to evaluate expected revenue before investing.
This franchise company did not publish these results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palm Berries a good franchise to own?
Whether Palm Berries is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Palm Berries operates 9 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 40/100. The franchisor does not disclose financial performance data. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.
Is a Palm Berries franchise worth the investment?
The value of a Palm Berries franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $221,000 to $513,500. 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 a Palm Berries franchise?
Break-even timelines for Palm Berries 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 Palm Berries a franchise or a corporate-owned business?
As of the 2025 FDD, Palm Berries operates 4 franchised locations and 5 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.
Does Palm Berries disclose franchise revenue data?
Palm Berries did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.
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