Franchising
The Pioneer In Fresh, Healthy Conscious Dining.
Nature’s Table offers a unique opportunity for the right person interested in a business for themselves – not by themselves. We recognize the demand for healthy choices for our customers on the go. While we are committed to growth, we are driven by excellent service and that is exactly what we offer to both our franchisees and to the consumer.
Why Franchise With Nature's Table?
- Legacy brand since 1977
- Nature’s Table founders have each successfully owned and operated a Nature’s Table restaurant for at least 15 years or more
- Versatile footprint
- Strong sales-to-investment ratio
- Proven successful business model
- Many franchisees own multiple restaurants
- Strong buying power
- ‘Fast Casual’ is the strongest growing segment in the restaurant industry
Nature’s Table Executives, Bryan Buffalo and Rich Wagner.
Meet Our Franchisees
Kimberly Hendren
President, CC Holdings, Inc.
CC Holdings, Inc. has opened four Nature’s Table cafes, three in Indianapolis, IN and one in Cincinnati, OH based on the healthful menu that Nature’s Table has developed. The airport and healthcare and teaching campuses on which we operate Nature’s Table are very concerned about providing healthful menu options for their staff, students and visitors. The Nature’s Table team has been very responsive to these menu concerns and has worked with us to provide a wide selection of healthy and delicious alternatives.
The smoothie menu alone is outstanding and offers a tasty alternative beverage, or stand-alone snack.
The Nature’s Table support team has risen to the challenge of supporting our cafes. Your pro-team helped insure successful openings and the on-going support has given me the confidence to seek additional locations for Nature’s Table in the Midwest.
Yuen and Namil Kang
Tampa, Florida
After spending five years of operating a busy sushi restaurant in downtown Tampa, Yuen and I were very hesitant on owning another fast paced restaurant. We were diligently searching for a business in an office building that offered reduced hours so we can have weekends and more time to ourselves. Another attractive factor is that the main concept of Nature’s Table is focused on an eco-friendly, health conscious perspective. Nature’s Table uses products that are biodegradable which keeps the earth much cleaner.
The two week training from Nature’s Table headquarters in Orlando is a MUST! Throughout the training, we are thoroughly taught how to prepare items and be able to serve them with utmost confidence. The management staff also taught us how to maximize the profit by effectively utilizing portion control methods. The operations team were extremely knowledgeable and very courteous and we were trained in almost every facet of the business. I am very grateful for their support.
We continue to be happy with the help and support we receive from corporate and our customers are happy with the quality and menu items received. Owning your own business is challenging but with the Nature’s Table business model it makes life easier affording us the time we love to spend with our family and friends.
Estimated Initial Investment
Your Estimated Initial Investment for a Shopping Mall Food Court Location (Single Unit)
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | Lump Sum | At Signing of Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Insurance | $1,200 to $2,100 | Installment/ As Arranged | Monthly/As Arranged, A Portion Before Opening | Insurance Company |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $2,500 to $5,000 | As Incurred | During Training/ Before Opening | Airlines, Hotels, Restaurants, Car Rental Companies, etc. |
| Additional Funds (Three Months) | $15,000 to $25,000 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Operating Capital |
| Real Estate/ Rent Deposit (Three months) | $8,000 to $24,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening and Monthly | Your Landlord |
| Leasehold Improvements | $3,000 to $90,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Landlord, Contractors, and Vendors |
| Site Inspection and Review | $0 to $5,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us |
| Utility and Miscellaneous Security Deposits | $2,000 to $3,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Landlord and Utility Companies |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $50,000 to $65,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Opening Inventory | $6,000 to $10,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us,Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $5,000 | As Arranged | As Arranged | Approved Suppliers |
| Signage/ Menu Board | $5,000 to $25,000 | As Arranged | As Arranged | Approved Suppliers |
| Miscellaneous | $3,500 to $6,000 | As Arranged | As Incurred | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
| Total | $131,200 to $295,100 | As Arranged | As Incurred | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | Lump Sum | At Signing of Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Insurance | $1,200 to $2,100 | Installment/ As Arranged | Monthly/As Arranged, A Portion Before Opening | Insurance Company |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $2,500 to $5,000 | As Incurred | During Training/ Before Opening | Airlines, Hotels, Restaurants, Car Rental Companies, etc. |
| Additional Funds (Three Months) | $15,000 to $25,000 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Operating Capital |
| Real Estate/ Rent Deposit (Three months) | $8,000 to $24,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening and Monthly | Your Landlord |
| Leasehold Improvements | $3,000 to $90,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Landlord, Contractors, and Vendors |
| Site Inspection and Review | $0 to $5,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us |
| Utility and Miscellaneous Security Deposits | $2,000 to $3,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Landlord and Utility Companies |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $50,000 to $65,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Opening Inventory | $6,000 to $10,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us,Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $5,000 | As Arranged | As Arranged | Approved Suppliers |
| Signage/ Menu Board | $5,000 to $25,000 | As Arranged | As Arranged | Approved Suppliers |
| Miscellaneous | $3,500 to $6,000 | As Arranged | As Incurred | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
| Total | $131,200 to $295,100 | As Arranged | As Incurred | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
Your Estimated Initial Investment for a Strip Mall Location (Single Unit)
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | Lump Sum | At Signing of Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $2,500 to $5,000 | As Incurred | During Training/ Before Opening | Airlines, Hotels, Restaurants, Car Rental Companies, etc. |
| Real Estate/ Rent Deposit (Three months) | $5,000 to $15,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening and Monthly | Your Landlord |
| Leasehold Improvements | $50,000 to $170,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Landlord, Contractors, and Vendors |
| Site Inspection and Review | $0 to $5,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Contractors and Vendors |
| Utility and Miscellaneous Security Deposits | $1,400 to $3,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Landlord and Utility Companies |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $65,000 to $90,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Opening Inventory | $6,000 to $10,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Insurance | $1,200 to $2,100 | Installment/ As Arranged | Monthly/As Arranged, A Portion Before Opening | Insurance Company |
| Additional Funds (Three Months) | $15,000 to $25,000 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Operating Capital |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $5,000 | As Arranged | As Arranged | Approved Suppliers |
| Impact Fees | $1,000 to $6,000 | As Assessed | Before Opening | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
| Total | $185,600 to $372,100 | As Arranged | As Incurred | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | Lump Sum | At Signing of Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $2,500 to $5,000 | As Incurred | During Training/ Before Opening | Airlines, Hotels, Restaurants, Car Rental Companies, etc. |
| Real Estate/ Rent Deposit (Three months) | $5,000 to $15,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening and Monthly | Your Landlord |
| Leasehold Improvements | $50,000 to $170,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Landlord, Contractors, and Vendors |
| Site Inspection and Review | $0 to $5,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Contractors and Vendors |
| Utility and Miscellaneous Security Deposits | $1,400 to $3,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Landlord and Utility Companies |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $65,000 to $90,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Opening Inventory | $6,000 to $10,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Insurance | $1,200 to $2,100 | Installment/ As Arranged | Monthly/As Arranged, A Portion Before Opening | Insurance Company |
| Additional Funds (Three Months) | $15,000 to $25,000 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Operating Capital |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $5,000 | As Arranged | As Arranged | Approved Suppliers |
| Impact Fees | $1,000 to $6,000 | As Assessed | Before Opening | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
| Total | $185,600 to $372,100 | As Arranged | As Incurred | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
Your Estimated Initial Investment for a Office Building Location (Single Unit)
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | Lump Sum | At Signing of Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $2,500 to $5,000 | As Incurred | During Training/ Before Opening | Airlines, Hotels, Restaurants, Car Rental Companies, etc. |
| Real Estate/ Rent Deposit (Three months) | $3,000 to $9,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening and Monthly | Your Landlord |
| Leasehold Improvements | $0 to $150,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Landlord, Contractors, and Vendors |
| Site Inspection and Review | $0 to $3,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Contractors and Vendors |
| Utility and Miscellaneous Security Deposits | $0 to $2,500 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Landlord and Utility Companies |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $0 to $50,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Opening Inventory | $6,000 to $10,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us,Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Insurance | $1,200 to $2,100 | Installment/ As Arranged | Monthly/As Arranged, A Portion Before Opening | Insurance Company |
| Additional Funds (Three Months) | $5,000 to $15,000 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Operating Capital |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $5,000 | As Arranged | As Arranged | Approved Suppliers |
| Miscellaneous | $3,500 to $6,000 | As Assessed | As Incurred | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
| Total | $56,200 to $287,600 | As Arranged | As Incurred | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | Lump Sum | At Signing of Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $2,500 to $5,000 | As Incurred | During Training/ Before Opening | Airlines, Hotels, Restaurants, Car Rental Companies, etc. |
| Real Estate/ Rent Deposit (Three months) | $3,000 to $9,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening and Monthly | Your Landlord |
| Leasehold Improvements | $0 to $150,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Landlord, Contractors, and Vendors |
| Site Inspection and Review | $0 to $3,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us, Contractors and Vendors |
| Utility and Miscellaneous Security Deposits | $0 to $2,500 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Landlord and Utility Companies |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $0 to $50,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Opening Inventory | $6,000 to $10,000 | As Arranged | Before Opening | Us,Approved Suppliers and Vendors |
| Insurance | $1,200 to $2,100 | Installment/ As Arranged | Monthly/As Arranged, A Portion Before Opening | Insurance Company |
| Additional Funds (Three Months) | $5,000 to $15,000 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Operating Capital |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $5,000 | As Arranged | As Arranged | Approved Suppliers |
| Miscellaneous | $3,500 to $6,000 | As Assessed | As Incurred | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
| Total | $56,200 to $287,600 | As Arranged | As Incurred | Approved Suppliers, Governmental Agencies, Accountants, Attorneys |
Site Selection Criteria
- Hospitals – 3,000 full-time equivalent employees
- College and university – minimum 5,000 full time under graduate students
- Office Complexes – greater than 300,000 occupied square footage
- Transportation Centers – 1,000,000 boardings/enplanements per concourse
- Retail Centers – dominant retail fashion or grocery anchored center in trade area
MINIMUM SPACE
- 600 square feet (food court) to 1,700 (In-line) square feet
SITE CHARACTERISTICS
- Non-Traditional retail locations with 15 feet frontage (food court), 20 feet frontage (in-line);
- Dense daytime population centers; strong work population in trade area
TERM
- 10 year initial term with 2 – 3, 5 –year options
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the royalty fees?
5% of sales.
2. What is the franchise fee?
The first restaurant is $30,000 with each additional restaurant at a reduced rate.
3. What are the advertising fees?
We require a 1% annual investment in advertising.
4. Do I need prior restaurant experience?
Experience is not required. Your training is personalized to your level of restaurant experience.
5. What are the net worth and liquid cash requirements?
You should have a net worth equivalent to the cost of your restaurant. You also should have liquid assets equivalent to 50% of the cost of your restaurant.
6. Do we provide financing?
No we do not, but we are SBA approved.
7. What is the site selection process?
Click here for information on the site selection criteria.
8. Do you help me find a location?
Yes, we have an in-house development team that can assist you in finding a Nature’s Table location.
9. How long will it take for my store to be open?
Upon submitting a completed franchise agreement, it should take between 90 and 150 days.
10. How long is the training?
Training takes place 45 days before your restaurant opens. We provide 10 working days for 10 hours a day at our training facility in Orlando. 20 of the training hours are devoted to classroom training.
