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The real numbers on owning a Beyond franchise

Quick Service Restaurant - Salads & Smoothies/Yogurt · FDD 2025 · from public state filings
CDisclosure honesty
This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.
Investment
$284,500–$484,000
Total fees
9% of sales
Outlets
23
Closure signals
0 ceased, 0 terminated
Lawsuits
7

What their own earnings claim actually says

6 affiliate restaurants averaged $813,612 gross sales (50% exceeded average); 10 franchised restaurants averaged $870,874 (10% exceeded). Mature restaurants only; new franchisee results likely differ significantly.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

No terminations/closures reported 2022-2024. Affiliate litigation history; unpaid royalties disputes documented.

Legal history (Item 3)

7 matters disclosed.

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Beyond franchise — frequently asked

How much does a Beyond franchise cost?
The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $284,500–$484,000, including a $25,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do Beyond franchise owners make?
6 affiliate restaurants averaged $813,612 gross sales (50% exceeded average); 10 franchised restaurants averaged $870,874 (10% exceeded). Mature restaurants only; new franchisee results likely differ significantly. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the Beyond franchise failure rate?
No terminations/closures reported 2022-2024. Affiliate litigation history; unpaid royalties disputes documented.
Is a Beyond franchise worth it?
It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Beyond scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 9% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 7 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 33874-202504-06 (Clean FDD 2025). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with Beyond or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.