Puffles

Puffles brings the authentic taste of Hong Kong egg waffles to South Florida, offering personalized waffle cones with a modern twist, complemented by freshly made bubble tea brewed daily with quality ingredients, ensuring a delightful and customizable experience for every customer.

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Puffles Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Puffles has a rich history rooted in the cultural delicacies of Hong Kong. Since 2017, we have been dedicated to bringing a modern twist to the beloved street snack of Hong Kong egg waffles, known as "Gai Dan Jai," to the South Florida community. Our unique concept allows customers to customize their waffle cones with a wide array of ice cream flavors and toppings, creating a personalized and delightful experience. Alongside our signature waffles, we offer made-to-order bubble tea using premium ingredients sourced from Taiwan. We take pride in brewing our teas fresh daily using loose tea leaves, and our tapioca pearls are cooked in-house throughout the day to maintain their quality. With an extensive range of options and toppings, we aim to provide the perfect bubble tea drink that satisfies any craving.

From our humble beginnings at food markets and catering events in 2017, Puffles has grown to become a beloved destination for those seeking the joy of Hong Kong egg waffles and refreshing bubble tea in South Florida. In 2019, we opened our flagship store, showcasing our commitment to sharing these cultural delicacies with the community. At Puffles, we infuse our own creative twist into these traditional treats, offering a modern and exciting experience that celebrates good food and cherished traditions. Our dedication to quality, customization, and providing a consistently delightful experience sets us apart as we continue to share the joy of Hong Kong egg waffles and refreshing bubble tea with the South Florida community.

Our company mission is to create a fun, affordable, and unforgettable dessert experience for our customers. We are dedicated to serving visually stunning treats that taste as good as they look. Our aim is to attract individuals of all ages, providing a delightful experience that appeals to everyone. Moreover, we take pride in showcasing our favorite childhood snack while infusing it with our unique twist.

Our Asian fusion desserts blend the richness of Asian culture with the vibrancy of American influences, offering a fusion that is both nostalgic and exciting. Consistency is paramount to us, and we strive to deliver a consistently exceptional product to every customer. We want each experience to be as memorable and enjoyable as the last one, ensuring that our customers leave satisfied and eager to return.

Established: 2017
Company Owned Units: 3
States Registered In: Florida - FL, NY
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No

Financial Assistance Provided: No
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Specify: We provide franchisees with location guidelines and criteria that we highly recommend they consider when searching for a location. Additionally, we have food brokers and realtors available to assist franchisees in finding suitable locations.
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Specify: We have guidelines when negotiating a lease on our operations manual. Our team will review the lease information with the franchisee and provide feedback/suggestions when negotiating the lease.
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Specify: We have recruitment guidelines in place and can offer feedback if necessary during the recruitment process. This will also be covered in our initial franchise training.
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Specify: We plan on doing cooperative marketing campaigns with all our locations, including specials for July 4th, Halloween, Christmas, Valentine's Day, National Ice Cream Day, and more. Franchisees need to allocate 1% of funds for local marketing efforts, and this applies to these campaigns as well.
Training: The franchisee will gain hands-on experience in running a Puffles operation.

What does a Puffles Franchise Cost?

Puffles franchise fees for 2024:

Cash Investment: Brick and Mortar - $179,700 to $360,000. Food Hall/Kiosk $144,900 to $270,000
Total Investment: $144,900 to 360,000
Minimum Net Worth: NA
Single Unit Franchise Fee: $50,000
Other Fees: NA
Royalty: 6%
Ad: 1% Local Marketing Fee
Item 19: Yes
Average Number of Employees: 6, this number can vary depending on the location/size
Visa Candidates: No
Passive Ownership: No
Semi-Passive Ownership?: Yes
Specify: During the first six months to a year of opening a business, the owner or operator should be hands-on and oversee daily operations. Once the groundwork is laid and staff are trained, you can hire a manager or operator to run the operation. However, we've observed that when ownership or management isn't directly involved, the quality and operation tend to suffer. This setup works well when there's a motivated manager in place who follows the company's guidelines and protocols diligently.
Home-Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: No

Is Puffles a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Puffles is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is Puffles a Home Based franchise?

No. Puffles is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Puffles Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Puffles franchisees make. Puffles offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is Puffles a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. Puffles is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does Puffles Offer a Veteran Discount?

No. Puffles franchise does not offer a veteran discount.

Does Puffles Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

No. Puffles franchise does not work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is Puffles Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Puffles franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Puffles Looking for International franchisees?

No. Puffles franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Puffles's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Categories

Food & Restaurants, Frozen Yogurt / Ice Cream

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required

$100,000 - $250,000

Master Franchise

Passive Franchise

Home Based Franchise

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

B2B

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

International Franchise Opportunities

E2 Visa Franchise

Click Here to inquire about existing Puffles franchises for sale. We may have Puffles franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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