Red Straw Tea Bar
$RDSTF500 #501CategoryFood: Quick-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryTeas
Locations5
Franchisee Count8
Franchise Fee$45,000
Item 7 Low$277,000
Item 7 Midpoint$385,000
Item 7 High$493,000
Royalty Fees5% of Gross Sales
Ad / Brand Fund2%
Sold Not Open32
Founded2018
Completeness32/34 (94%)
Years in Business8
Began Franchising—
HQLos Angeles, CA
Executives1
LinksWeb
Main Phone(213) 359-1985
FDD IssuedMarch 26, 2026
Last UpdatedOct 19, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2020 🔒
Franchisor
Franchisees must purchase and maintain a POS system that meets franchisor specifications, with estimated costs ranging from $1,000-$5,000 for purchase and $500-$1,200 annually for maintenance.
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