Açaí bowl and smoothie shop

Nearby workers, students, gym-goers and health-minded locals looking for a quick breakfast, snack or lunch.

Per-item sales of bowls, smoothies and juices, plus add-on toppings and boosters. Delivery apps can add extra orders.

• Food prep and food safety habits
• Customer service
• Cost control and ordering stock
• Managing staff and shifts

• Health department permit and plan review, check your county's rules before signing a lease
• Food handler or food manager certification requirements, which vary by state and county
• Lease terms, build-out costs and equipment such as freezers and commercial blenders
• General liability and property insurance, and workers' compensation once you hire
• Fruit prices and wastage, plus allergen labeling for nuts and other toppings
• Sales tax registration with your state, since rules on prepared food differ

Estimates typically run around $40,000 to $150,000, depending on your location, build-out and equipment such as freezers and commercial blenders. Check lease terms and build-out costs carefully before you commit to a space.

Check your county's health department permit and plan review rules before signing a lease. Also check food handler or food manager certification requirements, which vary by state and county, and sales tax registration with your state.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue of typically around $12,000 to $50,000, depending on location, hours, menu and pricing. Fruit prices and wastage can affect what you keep, and the idea assumes at least about 40 hours a week.