Uncle Sharkii’s Impressive Growth in 2024
As 2024 unfolds, Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar is celebrating an extraordinary year of growth and expansion, cementing its place as a rising star in the food franchise industry. With a 109% increase in total units from 2023, we are now proudly operating 23 locations across the United States. Our unique blend of fresh, flavorful poke has found new homes in Texas, California, Utah, and Hawai’i, bringing the taste of the islands to more people than ever before.
Expansion Milestones
This year, we’ve seen significant developments that mark our journey towards becoming a household name:
Total Units: We’ve reached a remarkable total of 23 units, split between 6 corporate-owned and 17 franchisee-owned locations.
Walmart Partnership: Building on our previous presence in three Walmart locations, we’ve expanded into an additional give, making our delicious poke more accessible to shoppers nationwide.
Hollywood Presence: Our new locations at Universal CityWalk in Hollywood represents a significant milestone, placing Uncle Sharkii in the heart of one of the most visited destinations in the world.
Franchise Success and Recognition
Our achievements have not gone unnoticed. Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar has been honored in the Top 100 of the 2024 Top New & Emerging Franchises Ranking by Entrepreneur Magazine. This recognition is based on our impressive growth and stability, assessed through a rigorous evaluation of unit growth, startup costs and fees, assessed through a rigorous evaluation of unit growth, startup costs and fees, training and support, financial stability and brand strength.
The Top New & Emerging Franchises list features companies that have been offering franchise opportunities for five years or fewer (since 2019), and making it to this list is a testament to our rapid yet sustainable growth.
The Secret to Our Success
Our success is driven by our unwavering commitment to quality and consistency. We strive to bring the freshest poke to our customers, no matter where they are. This dedication has helped us build a strong, loyal customer base and attract enthusiastic franchisees who share our vision.
We believe in supporting our franchisees with robust training and support systems, ensuring they have everything they need to succeed. Our company’s stability and strong brand strength also play crucial roles in our ability to grow and thrive in a competitive marketplace.
Looking Ahead
As we look to the future, Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar is excited about the possibilities ahead. We aim to continue our expansion, bringing our delicious poke to even more locations across the country. Our goal is to make Uncle Sharkii synonymous with high-quality, accessible poke, offering a taste of Hawai’i to poke lovers everywhere.
Thank you for being a part of our journey. Whether you’re a customer, franchisee, or partner, we appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more milestones with you in the future.
Stay tuned for more updates and come visit us at on of our many locations!