Saladworks
Food & Beverage · Fast-Casual Restaurants
- Royalty
- 6.0%
of weekly Net Sales
About Saladworks
Saladworks is a brand committed to offering healthy and original meals for online ordering at locations near you. Our menu showcases a variety of fresh and flavorful options, including salads, wraps, soups, grain bowls, sandwiches, and panini melts. We prioritize fueling your originality by providing customizable choices that cater to your specific preferences and dietary needs. At Saladworks, we emphasize the use of high-quality ingredients to create delicious and nutritious meals. Whether you're looking for a light salad, a hearty bowl, or a satisfying wrap, we have something for everyone. Our menu also includes nutrition and allergen information to ensure transparency and accommodate various dietary restrictions. In addition to our dine-in and takeout services, we provide catering options for events and gatherings. Our franchise opportunities offer individuals a chance to join our mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle. Fuel your originality with Saladworks, where wholesome and appetizing meals await. Connect with us today through our website or visit one of our locations to experience the freshness and creativity that set us apart.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$35k
- First responders
25% discount on the initial franchise fee
- Brand fund
3.0% of Net Sales
- Local advertising
2.0% of Net Sales
- Footprint
1,600 – 2,000 sq ft
- Development Agreement – Development Fee
$0
- Veteran discount
25.0% off franchise fee — 25% discount of the initial franchise fee
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2026 filing); filings on file: 2025, 2026.
Growth
- Total locations—
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings—
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate—
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR—
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio—
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate—
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment$581k
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
↓ Lower is better - Time to open12 months
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
↓ Lower is better - Royalty rate6.0%
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
↓ Lower is better - Sales-to-investment ratio—
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Location footprint
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Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.