Nation's Leading Superfruit Bowl Shop Has
Strong Start to 2024 with Opening of 20 New Locations
BELMAR,
N.J., May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Playa
Bowls, the nation's leading superfruit bowl shop specializing in
acai, pitaya, mango, green and coconut bowls, juices, smoothies,
cold brew and more, has announced the signing of 14 multi-unit
franchise commitments during the first quarter of 2024. These
commitments will introduce 63 new shops in key markets, including
Manhattan, Sarasota, Phoenix, and Miami among other regions. Playa Bowls also
signed 9 additional single unit franchises in the first
quarter. With 20 new locations already opened since the start
of the year, Playa Bowls is on track to open 75 locations and
secure more than 100 franchise commitments.
Brothers Hanish, Pratik and Alpesh
Patel are among Playa Bowls' new multi-unit franchise owners
who signed a three-store commitment to introduce the brand to the
Houston market. The brothers
anticipate that their first shop will open before the close of 2024
in The Woodlands neighborhood in
northern Houston. Their decision
to partner with Playa Bowls stems from a shared passion for health
and wellness. Both Hanish and Pratik have backgrounds in medicine
where they've witnessed firsthand the rising rates of diabetes and
heart disease across the U.S. The partners are eager to bring Playa
Bowls to the city to provide the community with healthier meal
options.
"Playa Bowls is a brand I've been keeping my eye on since 2020.
My first experience trying Playa Bowls was in San Antonio, where I fell in love with their
healthy, clean products," said Hanish
Patel. "When you step into a Playa Bowls' shop, there is an
overall great vibe inside. Immediately I wanted to have this brand
and its products closer to Houston."
Signing a seven-store commitment, Ben
Bennett is also a new Playa Bowls franchise owner with
intent to expand the brand throughout Pittsburgh and Cleveland, as well as open a shop at
West Virginia University in Morgantown.
Bennett's admiration for Playa Bowls began after his children
introduced him to the inviting atmosphere and diverse selection of
refreshing, superfruit menu offerings, leading him to sign a
commitment this past March. With experience as a small business and
franchise owner, Bennett is eager to contribute to the growth of
Playa Bowls.
"While 60% of our new franchises are signed with existing
operators, we're pleased to welcome more Playa Bowls franchisees
into our system to assist in the nationwide development of our
brand," said Jayson Tipp, Chief
Development Officer at Playa Bowls. "The beginning of 2024 has
propelled us into a strong start for the year, helping us solidify
our presence in existing markets including Miami, Phoenix, and Boston. We're also looking forward to
introducing our brand to new territories like Houston and Cleveland. Our franchise network is rapidly
expanding as owners are recognizing the success of the Playa Bowls
brand and are feeling inspired to bring our delicious and
nutritious menu offerings to new communities. We're excited about
the momentum we've already gained so early in the year and are
eager for what lies ahead."
Playa Bowls' expansion efforts have resulted in multi-unit
commitments across the following markets:
- Manhattan, NY – ten units
signed by Raj Punwani
- Boerne, TX – three united
signed by Linda and Lou Crerand
- Sarasota/Tampa, FL – five units signed by Ethan and
Jacob McGowan
- Phoenix, AZ – four units
signed by Brad Crider
- Miami/Orlando, FL – five units signed by
Alexandra Arguello
- Atlanta, GA – three units
signed by Michael and Jenn O'Donnell
- West Providence, RI – three
units signed by Erik Hamel and partners
- Waldorf, MD – three units
signed by Numaan Shah
- Hartford, CT – three units
signed by Hanish Patel and partners
- East Providence, RI – three
units signed by Raed Yazbeck
- Long Island, NY – four units
signed by Jason and Alyson Halpin
- Dallas/Fort Worth, TX – three
units signed by Anupam Reddy
- Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, and Morgantown, WV – seven
units signed by Ben Bennett
- Miami, FL – four units signed
by Roxanne and Barry Vogel
Since its inception in 2014, Playa Bowls has emerged as a leader
in the national superfruit bowl shop segment. Today, the brand has
more than 225 shops systemwide, operating in 22 states.
Playa Bowls is seeking qualified and experienced new franchise
operators with a passion for the Playa Bowls brand. For more
information on franchising, please visit
www.franchise.playabowls.com.
About Playa Bowls
Known as New Jersey's original acai bowl shop, Playa
Bowls is the nation's leading superfruit bowl shop serving up an
extensive and unique menu of over 40 items, including the bright
flavors of acai, pitaya, mango, green and coconut bowls alongside
oatmeal bowls, juices, smoothies, and cold brew made with the
freshest, high-quality ingredients. What began as a pair of
blenders, a patio table, and a fridge in 2014 has flourished into
200 shops nationwide that operates in 22 states, thousands of
employees, and a mission to lead communities in healthy,
sustainable living. The rapidly growing franchise has received
numerous accolades including Forbes 30 Under 30, Fast
Casual's Top 100 Movers & Shakers, Inc. Female
Founders 250, QSR Young Leaders to Watch, and finalist for
Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Visit
playabowls.com for additional information and stay connected
on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and TikTok.
Contact:
Andrea Mazzola
Fish Consulting
954-893-9150
amazzola@fish-consulting.com
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