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Buy a Saladworks Franchise

Saladworks, founded in 1986 and franchising since 1992, is a pioneering fast-casual salad franchise dedicated to healthy, customizable meals made from fresh, high-quality ingredients. With over 160 franchise units across 21 states, Saladworks caters to growing consumer demand for nutritious, convenient dining, especially among Millennials and Gen Z. The brand offers a diverse menu including salads, sandwiches, wraps, soups, and grain bowls, all prepared without fryers, grills, or hoods, which reduces investment and operational complexity. Flexible restaurant formats allow franchisees to tailor locations to various markets, ensuring adaptability and growth. Owned by WOWorks, Saladworks continues expanding with new multi-unit agreements, emphasizing community presence and customer satisfaction.

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Why buy a Saladworks Franchise?

Investing in Saladworks offers entry into a proven, health-focused fast-casual franchise with relatively moderate startup costs ($590,000 to $765,000) and a strong brand presence. Franchisees benefit from comprehensive training, ongoing marketing support, proprietary systems, and exclusive territories. The brand’s alignment with growing consumer demand for healthy dining, combined with its flexible store formats and operational simplicity, creates an attractive opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a scalable, recession-resistant business in the booming healthy fast-casual market.

Saladworks Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2025 data reported in the 2026 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      1986

    • Franchising Since

      2001

    • New Startup Cost

      $484,000 – $677,800

    • Avg. Resale Price

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  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $35,000

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      $12,500

      $7,500 to existing franchisee; $2,000 among partners

    • Royalty Fee

      6%

      of Gross Revenue

    • Marketing Fee

      3%

      of Net Sales

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      84

    • New Units Opened *

      5

    • Units Transferred *

      3

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      $764,825

    * Based on 2025 data reported in the 2026 FDD

Saladworks – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    Saladworks provides comprehensive support including onboarding, real estate assistance, construction, training, and ongoing marketing. Franchisees receive 80 hours of on-the-job training plus 17 hours of classroom instruction covering operations and customer service. Additional support includes purchasing co-ops, proprietary software, site selection, lease negotiation, grand opening assistance, and continuous operational guidance. Marketing support spans national and regional advertising, social media, SEO, email marketing, and a loyalty program/app. Exclusive territories are available, but absentee ownership is not permitted.

  2. Ideal Owner

    The ideal Saladworks franchisee is a motivated entrepreneur with a minimum net worth of $350,000 and liquid capital of $150,000. Prior restaurant experience is helpful but not required due to extensive training and support. Franchisees should be hands-on operators committed to delivering excellent customer service and fostering community connections. Absentee and part-time ownership are not allowed, emphasizing active involvement.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Saladworks has been recognized by Entrepreneur as a top food franchise and ranked among FastCasual.com’s Top 100 Movers and Shakers. It also earned a spot on Franchise Times’ Top 200 Franchises. These accolades reflect its leadership in the healthy fast-casual segment and commitment to innovation, quality, and franchisee success.

  4. Industry / Market

    The fast-casual healthy dining market is rapidly growing as consumers increasingly seek fresh, nutritious, and customizable meal options. Saladworks’ focus on health-conscious offerings aligns with trends favoring wellness and convenience. The brand’s scalable model and flexible formats position it well to capitalize on the expanding $46 billion fast-casual segment, driven by Millennials and Gen Z’s preference for healthier lifestyles.

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