Waters Edge Winery & Bistro
A full-service winery and bistro offering manufactured wine, winemaking instruction, wine accessories, and bistro food and beverages for on-premises consumption, with retail sales to the public and some wholesale sales to other establishments.
Your franchise match score
Food & Beverage
Brand super powers
Urban micro-winery model (no vineyards required)
High operating margins through vertical integration
Multiple revenue streams: wine, food, clubs, events
Scalable buildout with flexible real estate options
Lifestyle-driven concept with strong community appeal
Brand highlights
- CEOKen Lineberger
- Headquarters8560 Vineyard Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91730
- Year founded2012
- Year started franchising2012
- IndustryFood & Beverage
- Locations open13 (+6 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$554,974 - $1,220,060
- Franchise fee$50,000
- Royalty5% of Gross Sales(2)
- Brand fund0-2% of Gross Sales (2)
- Required Liquid CapitalN/A
- Required Net WorthN/A
Learn more about the Food & Beverage industry:
The food and beverage industry offers diverse franchise opportunities, ranging from fast-casual dining to specialty cafes and food trucks. This sector is a resilient choice for entrepreneurs passionate about culinary trends and customer service.
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FDD insights
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2021-04-27
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| The Franchisor & Executives | Learn about Waters Edge Winery & Bistro, its parent company, and the executive leadership team responsible for operating and supporting the franchise system. | |
| Business Experience | Review the professional backgrounds and relevant business experience of Waters Edge Winery & Bistro's executives, directors, and key management personnel. | |
| Litigation | Understand any past or pending legal actions involving Waters Edge Winery & Bistro, its affiliates, or key personnel that may be relevant to prospective franchisees. | |
| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a Waters Edge Winery & Bistro franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information Waters Edge Winery & Bistro provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 13 |
| Franchise locations | 13 |
| Corporate locations | 0 |
System growth over time
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