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Buy a CRISP & GREEN® Franchise

CRISP & GREEN® is a fast-casual restaurant franchise founded in 2016 by fitness entrepreneur Steele Smiley, specializing in chef-crafted salads, grain bowls, smoothies, and acai bowls made from scratch with premium, fresh ingredients. Rooted in wellness, it bridges convenient, health-focused dining with community events like free fitness classes, positioning it as a lifestyle brand in the booming healthy fast-casual sector. With explosive growth—doubling locations yearly to over 65 across 20 states by 2024 and eyeing 1,000+ units—this Minnesota-based chain appeals to health-conscious consumers seeking nourishing options without sacrificing speed or flavor. Ideal for multi-unit operators passionate about hospitality and wellness, it offers a recession-resistant model in a market craving better-for-you meals.

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Why buy a CRISP & GREEN® Franchise?

Invest in CRISP & GREEN for its proven, high-ROI model in a thriving wellness market, backed by unmatched support and rapid brand momentum. Tap recession-proof demand for healthy convenience, build loyalty through events, and scale nationally with a purpose-driven franchise.

CRISP & GREEN® Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2025 data reported in the 2026 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      2016

    • Franchising Since

      2018

    • New Startup Cost

      $642,841 – $1,398,538

    • Avg. Resale Price

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  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $50,000

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      50%

      of then-current Initial Franchise Fee

    • Royalty Fee

      7%

      of Gross Sales or $7,500/month min

    • Marketing Fee

      2%

      of Gross Sales

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      50

    • New Units Opened *

      4

    • Units Transferred *

      11

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      $1,695,391

    * Based on 2025 data reported in the 2026 FDD

CRISP & GREEN® – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    CRISP & GREEN provides world-class, hands-on support including real estate site selection with on-site guidance, buildout management via trusted vendors, pre- and post-opening operations training, grand opening assistance, ongoing operational advice, national/local marketing, hiring help, and technology management. This comprehensive system ensures franchisees thrive from day one.

  2. Ideal Owner

    The ideal franchisee is a hospitality-driven multi-unit operator with business acumen, passion for health/wellness, and community focus. No restaurant experience required—strong leadership and drive to deliver positive impact suit this scalable model.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Named #1 healthy fast-casual franchise, CRISP & GREEN ranked #5 on the 2024 Technomic 500 for 44% YoY sales growth, earned Future 50 recognition, and featured in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500. Its rapid expansion and wellness focus have solidified its reputation as a top performer.

  4. Industry / Market

    The U.S. fast-casual healthy dining market surges with wellness trends, projected to grow 8-10% annually through 2028 amid rising demand for fresh, customizable meals. CRISP & GREEN capitalizes on this, with the segment outpacing traditional fast food via health-focused innovation.

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