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How Much Does a Nature’s Table Café Franchise Cost?

Data from the 2023 Franchise Disclosure Document

Investment Summary

Total Investment

$62K – $464K

Franchise Fee

$30K

Royalty

5.0%

Ad Fund

1.0%

Cost Breakdown

Initial Franchise Fee

The initial franchise fee for Nature’s Table Café is $30K. This one-time payment covers the right to operate under the brand, access to proprietary systems, and initial training programs.

Total Investment Range

Opening a Nature’s Table Café franchise requires a total investment of $62K – $464K. This range typically includes real estate or leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, initial inventory, signage, insurance, and working capital to sustain operations during the ramp-up period.

Working capital alone ranges from $5K to $25K.

Ongoing Costs

Beyond the initial investment, Nature’s Table Café franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty fee is 5.0% of gross sales (Gross Sales). The advertising or brand fund contribution is 1.0% of gross sales.

Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements

Nature’s Table Café requires working capital of $5K – $25K to cover initial operating expenses. This is the liquid cash you should have available beyond the franchise fee and buildout costs.

What Can You Earn?

Nature’s Table Café does not disclose earnings data in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish financial performance representations, though this is a data point many prospective franchisees consider important.

How Do Banks View Nature’s Table Café?

SBA Loans Issued

28

Default Rate

0.0%

The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. Nature’s Table Café has 28 SBA-backed loans on record. The default rate is 0.0%, which is below the franchise industry average, indicating relatively lower lending risk. A lower default rate generally indicates that lenders view the franchise as a safer investment, though past performance does not guarantee future results.

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