Smoothie King unveils new store design and plans 90 openings this year
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Updated · CNBC · May 1
Smoothie King unveils new store design and plans 90 openings this year
11 articles · Updated · CNBC · May 1
The chain, with more than 1,200 locations, said franchisees have also committed to more than 200 future sites as it broadens food offerings with flatbreads.
President and CFO Gavin Felder said demand for protein, fiber and cleaner ingredients is lifting sales, even as many restaurant chains face softer spending from budget-conscious consumers.
Smoothie King said system-wide sales rose about 64% over five years; 2025 revenue increased 4% to $66.16 million, while net income fell 6% to $14.84 million.
Can Smoothie King’s new food menu reverse stagnant per-store sales and justify its rapid, franchisee-fueled expansion?
As Smoothie King adds flatbreads, can it maintain its 'clean' health halo or will it become another fast-casual chain?
With millions on weight-loss drugs, are restaurants like Smoothie King becoming the new face of 'food as medicine'?