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Village Juice & Kitchen®

Food & Beverage Year: 2024
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What Is Village Juice & Kitchen?

Village Juice & Kitchen is a restaurant franchise focused on healthy food and beverages, including cold-pressed juices, almond milks, smoothies and smoothie bowls, salads, grain bowls, toasts and related products. Franchisees operate two formats: Traditional Restaurants (approximately 1,800–2,000 sq ft, typically leased inline space, with required onsite juicing for the first location and seating) and Express Restaurants (200–1,500 sq ft, which may have limited seating and adjusted menus). Revenue is generated primarily from sales of menu items-notably cold-pressed juices-and restaurants are permitted (but not required) to sell beer and wine; Express locations may be placed in venues such as food halls, malls, grocery stores, universities, convenience stores, hospitals, airports, parks and sports arenas.

Village Juice & Kitchen Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise's standout strength is an exceptional 100 training and support score (top quarter) combined with comprehensive, hands-on onboarding reflected in a $17,000 Item 7 training minimum (top 10%) and a spotless legal record (zero lawsuits, penalties, terminations), but the relatively high upfront training cost could strain initial cash flow for some buyers.

Pros

The 100 training and support score is well above typical (top quarter), giving you exceptionally strong onboarding and field support that helps you ramp faster and avoid early mistakes.
The $17,000 Item 7 minimum for initial training is well above typical (top 10%); per the expert guidance, that higher training spend reflects a comprehensive, hands-on program (including travel/lodging) that increases operator readiness.
Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero government penalties or orders, zero franchisor-initiated enforcement actions, zero outlet terminations, and zero reacquired outlets are all well below typical for Food & Beverage (bottom 5%), indicating a clean legal and operational record that reduces legal friction and suggests stable franchisor–franchisee relations.

Cons

Territory Protection

43/100
NORMAL

Village Juice & Kitchen grants a protected, site-specific territory-typically two miles or 50,000-person area defined by ZIP, county or radius boundaries-contingent on timely opening and meeting performance quotas. The franchisor retains rights to sell via e-commerce/alternative channels, operate captive-market venues, and develop nearby units without offering right of first refusal.

Training & Support

100
Excellent

Village Juice & Kitchen provides an extensive 202-hour training curriculum designed to prepare five initial trainees for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness, which is available at additional cost, and franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Village Juice & Kitchen Franchise?

Opening a Village Juice & Kitchen franchise requires a total initial investment of $491,650 to $970,600, according to the 2024 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

$491,650
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$970,600
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$39,500
Real Estate$244,000
Equipment & Assets$119,650
Reserves$25,000
Training$17,000
Other$46,500

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$39,500
Real Estate$597,500
Equipment & Assets$182,600
Reserves$50,000
Training$21,000
Other$80,000

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.

Village Juice & Kitchen Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed

Village Juice & Kitchen did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2024 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 Village Juice & Kitchen a good franchise to own?

Whether Village Juice & Kitchen is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2024 FDD: Village Juice & Kitchen operates 6 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 100/100. 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 Village Juice & Kitchen franchise worth the investment?

The value of a Village Juice & Kitchen franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $491,650 to $970,600. 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 Village Juice & Kitchen franchise?

Break-even timelines for Village Juice & Kitchen franchises are not disclosed in the 2024 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 Village Juice & Kitchen a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2024 FDD, Village Juice & Kitchen operates 4 franchised locations and 2 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

Does Village Juice & Kitchen disclose franchise revenue data?

Village Juice & Kitchen did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2024 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.

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