3Natives Franchise
3 Natives Açaí Café is a fast-casual franchise serving fresh açaí bowls, smoothies, cold-pressed juices, wraps, and salads with a focus on healthy, clean eating.
$100,000
$39,500
41
2015
Tequesta,FL
Anthony Bambino
About 3Natives
3Natives is a fast-casual restaurant concept dedicated to serving fresh, healthy food that fuels an active lifestyle. The brand specializes in açaí bowls, smoothies, cold-pressed juices, wraps, salads, and other nutrient-dense menu items made with high-quality, clean ingredients. Founded with a mission to make healthy eating accessible and convenient, 3Natives has grown into a recognized name in the health-focused quick-service restaurant space. The brand's commitment to freshness, quality, and transparency resonates with customers seeking better-for-you dining options. With locations expanding across multiple states, 3Natives operates on a model that emphasizes operational simplicity, community connection, and consistent execution of its core menu offerings.
Franchise Unit Trends & Revenue
41
12
$673,839
* in 2024
Franchise Fees
$39,500
6.0%
Gross Revenues
2.0%
Gross Revenues
Why Choose 3Natives?
3Natives offers franchisees a proven business model in the rapidly growing health and wellness sector, with strong consumer demand for fresh, clean eating options. The brand provides a streamlined menu focused on high-margin products that can be prepared quickly and consistently, allowing for efficient operations and strong unit-level economics. Franchisees benefit from comprehensive corporate support including site selection assistance, buildout guidance, marketing resources, and ongoing operational training. The 3Natives brand has cultivated a loyal customer base through its commitment to quality ingredients, vibrant store design, and community-focused approach. As part of the franchise system, owners gain access to established vendor relationships, proprietary recipes, and a supply chain designed to ensure product consistency and quality across all locations. The brand's focus on operational simplicity and replicable systems makes it accessible for both first-time franchise owners and experienced multi-unit operators.
Starting Costs & Investment Requirements
$310,500 - $523,500
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$100,000
Training & Support
3Natives provides franchisees with comprehensive training designed to prepare them for successful store operations from day one. New franchise owners and their management teams participate in an intensive training program at the corporate headquarters in Tequesta, Florida, covering all aspects of restaurant operations including food preparation, inventory management, staff training, customer service, and point-of-sale systems. The training combines classroom instruction with hands-on practice in a working 3Natives location to ensure franchisees are fully confident before opening their own store. Beyond initial training, franchisees receive ongoing support from a dedicated franchise support team that provides assistance with site selection, lease negotiation, construction management, pre-opening marketing, and grand opening execution. Ongoing operational support includes regular field visits, access to marketing materials and campaigns, continued training resources, and a network of fellow franchisees for shared learning and best practices. The franchisor also maintains vendor relationships and supply chain oversight to ensure consistent product quality and availability across the system.
History
3Natives was founded by Anthony Bambino, who opened the first location in Tequesta, Florida, with a vision to create a neighborhood spot where people could access fresh, healthy food without compromise. The brand grew organically through word-of-mouth and strong community support, driven by its commitment to quality ingredients and exceptional customer service. As demand for healthier fast-casual options increased, 3Natives expanded its footprint and began franchising to bring its concept to new markets. The company has remained rooted in its Florida origins while scaling strategically, maintaining its core values of freshness, simplicity, and community connection. Today, 3Natives continues to grow as a leader in the health-focused quick-service restaurant category, with dozens of locations operating and a robust pipeline of franchise development.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal 3Natives franchisee is passionate about health, wellness, and providing quality products to their community. Candidates should be hands-on operators who are willing to actively manage day-to-day operations, build strong teams, and engage with local customers. While prior restaurant or franchise experience is beneficial, it is not required—what matters most is a commitment to following the proven 3Natives system and maintaining brand standards. Franchisees should possess strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to hire, train, and motivate staff in a fast-paced environment. The brand seeks individuals who are financially qualified, entrepreneurial in spirit, and aligned with the 3Natives mission of making healthy eating accessible and enjoyable for all.
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