Own a Kaia Bowls in Gainesville’s University Hub — Prime, License-Read

Initial Fee$35,000

Capital Required
$169,000

Established2024

Existing UnitsNot Disclosed

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Own a Kaia Bowls in Gainesville’s University Hub — Prime, License-Read


Initial Fee$35,000

Capital Required
$169,000

Established2024

Existing UnitsNot Disclosed

Start-Up Description
Kaia Bowls – The Movement of Wellness and Opportunity
Kaia Bowls isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a movement built around wellness, kindness, and simplicity.
Our mission goes beyond serving delicious food. Kaia Bowls represents a new generation of quick-service restaurants — one that blends purpose, profitability, and community impact. Our concept delivers fresh, vibrant meals made with real ingredients while spreading kindness through our signature Kare Culture: caring for your customers, your team, your community, and the planet.
? The Concept
Kaia Bowls offers a unique mix of açaí bowls, smoothies, and poke — a combination that captures breakfast, lunch, and dinner in one simple model. It’s the only QSR concept that truly spans all three dayparts, keeping traffic steady and sales strong throughout the day. Guests can start their morning with a tropical smoothie, enjoy a nourishing poke bowl for lunch, and end their evening with a refreshing açaí creation. Every meal is bright, healthy, and packed with flavor — the kind of food people crave daily.
? The Simplicity Advantage
Operating a Kaia Bowls restaurant is refreshingly simple. Our model requires no chef, no hood system, and no fryers, drastically reducing build-out costs, labor, and complexity. All menu items are assembled fresh in front of guests, ensuring quick service, consistent quality, and lower operational stress.
Because of this streamlined system, Kaia Bowls can be easily managed by students or part-time staff — ideal for high-turnover or university-based markets like Gainesville. With efficient prep processes, digital order systems, and minimal cooking, franchisees enjoy a business that’s simple to run, easy to scale, and incredibly rewarding to own.
? A Menu That Works
Our menu reflects the rhythm of modern life — fast, fresh, and health-driven.
Açaí & Pitaya Bowls: Energizing and antioxidant-rich, ideal for breakfast or anytime snacks.
Poke Bowls: Fresh proteins, colorful veggies, and customizable toppings — perfect for lunch or dinner.
Smoothies & Boosts: High-margin, on-the-go options that enhance sales all day.
Every ingredient is chosen for its freshness, flavor, and nutrition. Guests know they can count on Kaia Bowls for wholesome, feel-good food that energizes and inspires.
? The Opportunity
Kaia Bowls is a turnkey business opportunity with a proven formula and a growing national following. The fast-casual healthy dining sector continues to expand rapidly, and Kaia Bowls sits at its heart — offering what today’s consumers want most: quick, fresh, customizable meals that align with their lifestyle and values.
Franchise advantages:
Low investment and streamlined build-out (no hoods, grease traps, or cooking equipment)
Multiple daypart revenue streams from breakfast through dinner
Simple operations and flexible staffing model
High-demand, repeat-purchase menu
Comprehensive training and continuous support — no restaurant experience required
Our 10-day immersive training covers everything from operations and marketing to brand culture and financial management, followed by five days of on-site opening assistance. We give franchisees the tools and confidence to succeed from day one.
? A Brand with Heart
Every Kaia Bowls location radiates positivity and warmth. Our beach-inspired interiors, uplifting energy, and community involvement reflect our belief that kindness should be as essential as the food we serve. We collaborate with schools, partner with local causes, and build meaningful connections in every community we enter.
When you join Kaia Bowls, you’re not just opening a restaurant — you’re leading a movement. You’re creating a place where good food and good energy come together, where guests leave smiling, and where success is measured in both profit and purpose.
Kaia Bowls: Wellness Made Simple. Kindness Made Powerful.
Be part of the movement to spread kindness, one bowl at a time.
About the Business
Facilities & Assets
Own a Kaia Bowls in Gainesville’s University Hub — Prime, License-Ready Site
Opportunity Highlights:
1,300 sq ft in the heart of UF student life
600 on-site student beds in the same building
Architectural plans completed— license-ready
Health-forward menu + kindness-driven Kare culture
Initial franchise fee: $35,000; Total investment: $168,500–$296,500; Financials: $150K liquid / $500K net worth; 10-year term with 3-mile territory
Request the Franchise Information Kit and schedule a site tour.
Contact: Cristina Ancuta · 727-253-0126 · owner@kaiabowls.com
Market Outlook / Competition
The fast-casual healthy dining market is growing rapidly, projected to reach $230B by 2030, driven by demand for fresh, customizable, health-focused meals. Smoothie and bowl concepts show ~9% CAGR. While inflation and consumer caution affect spending, value, digital convenience, and strong community branding drive success. Kaia Bowls’ wellness and kindness-based model fits perfectly for student-driven markets like Gainesville.
About the Sale
Transition Support
Comprehensive training included: 10-day hands-on program at a Kaia Bowls flagship store covering operations, customer experience, Kare culture, marketing, and financial management, plus 5 days of on-site opening support to ensure a smooth and successful launch.
Financing
SBA Loan
Listing Info
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