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Heiko Poké Bowl Franchise

Fresh poké bowl franchise with 72% gross margins and £850,000 average turnover

£70,000
personal capital
£350kk
investment
19
UK locations

How much does a Heiko Poké Bowl franchise cost?

Personal capital

Own funds required to complete the financing

£70,000

Total investment

Estimated total budget for the opening

£350,000

Locations in the country

19

Figures declared by the franchisor — sources and verification date at the bottom of the page.

What it's about

Heiko Poké Bowl has quickly become one of the standout names in the healthy fast-food sector, offering a fresh take on the traditional Hawaiian poké bowl. With a menu built around fresh, on-site prepared ingredients, fish, meat and vegan options, the brand has carved out a strong position as the second-largest player in its market segment. For entrepreneurs seeking a modern, health-focused food franchise with genuine growth potential, Heiko Poké Bowl presents a compelling opportunity.

Fact sheet

Founded
2018
Locations
19
Type of business
Poké bowl bar and healthy fast-food restaurant
Company
Heiko Poké Bowl

Inside Heiko Poké Bowl

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The concept at a glance

Founded in 2018, Heiko Poké Bowl set out to reinvent the fast-casual dining experience by combining bold, gourmet flavours with a genuinely healthy proposition. Bowls are prepared fresh on site, with recipes designed to deliver a punch of flavour in every mouthful, while catering to a broad customer base through vegetarian and vegan alternatives alongside classic fish and meat options. The brand's efficient operating model, including a service time of around 30 seconds per bowl, has helped it build a loyal following, reflected in strong customer satisfaction ratings averaging 4.7 out of 5 across review platforms.

Why join this franchise?

Heiko Poké Bowl is on an ambitious growth trajectory, targeting 50 outlets by the end of 2026. Franchisees benefit from joining a close-knit, founder-led network with a genuine entrepreneurial spirit and a shared mission to promote healthier eating habits without compromising on taste or experience.

  • A lean staffing model, with labour costs kept to around 20% of turnover
  • An efficient, extraction-free kitchen setup that simplifies premises requirements
  • Strong average gross margins reported at around 72%
  • A well-developed digital and delivery strategy, supporting sales from day one
  • Comprehensive support from dedicated operations, training and marketing teams
  • A reported return on investment achievable within around one year
Who they're looking for

Heiko Poké Bowl is looking for driven, hands-on franchisees rather than passive investors. Ideal candidates typically bring some background in management, with a good grasp of financial and economic fundamentals. Experience leading a team is highly valued, as is a genuine understanding of the local market and community. Strong interpersonal and sales skills round out the profile, since day-to-day success depends heavily on team motivation and customer engagement.

Requirements and investment

Prospective franchisees are expected to have liquid capital of around £70,000 available to secure the financing needed for the project. The total investment required to open a Heiko Poké Bowl outlet, including initial franchise fees, is estimated at £350,000. The franchise fee itself is set at £30,000. In return, franchisees gain access to a proven operating model, ongoing operational guidance, and both local and national marketing support designed to drive footfall and online orders from launch.

Key facts
  • Year founded: 2018
  • Number of locations: 19, currently based in France
  • Average annual turnover: £850,000
  • Franchise fee: £30,000
  • Total investment: £350,000
  • Personal contribution required: £70,000
  • Average franchisee age: 35 years old

If you're ready to bring a fresh, healthy and fast-growing food concept to your local market, now is an excellent time to find out more. Request further information today to explore becoming a Heiko Poké Bowl franchisee and discover how you could build a profitable business around one of the most exciting trends in modern dining.

How much does a Heiko Poké Bowl franchise cost?
Opening an outlet requires an estimated total investment of £350,000, including a £30,000 franchise fee. Candidates should have roughly £70,000 in liquid capital available to underpin the project's financing, with local and national marketing support provided from launch.
How profitable is a Heiko Poké Bowl franchise?
The network reports average annual turnover of £850,000 per outlet, gross margins of around 72% and labour costs held near 20% of turnover. The franchisor also reports that return on investment is achievable within roughly a year, though results vary by site.
How many outlets does Heiko Poké Bowl have?
There are currently 19 outlets, all in France, since the brand's founding in 2018, with a target of 50 by the end of 2026. Customer satisfaction averages 4.7 out of 5 across review platforms, and each bowl is served in around 30 seconds.
What are the requirements to become a Heiko Poké Bowl franchisee?
The brand wants hands-on operators rather than passive investors: ideally some management background, a solid grasp of financial fundamentals, experience leading a team, good knowledge of the local market and strong interpersonal and sales skills for day-to-day customer engagement.
What support does Heiko Poké Bowl offer its franchisees?
Each outlet is backed by specialist teams covering operations, training and marketing, plus a well-developed digital and delivery strategy that brings in sales from day one. The extraction-free kitchen design also widens the choice of suitable premises.

Sources and data verification

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