Summit Realty Partners Inc. has announced the successful completion of its 40th Tropical Smoothie Cafe real estate transaction. This milestone reflects a near decade-long relationship between Summit and the smoothie, bowl, and food brand.

Led by Chris McMahon and Travis Ginsberg, the Summit team has prioritized securing high-traffic retail properties in prime locations for Tropical Smoothie Cafe franchise owners across New England. Completed deals include a mix of endcap, inline, freestanding pad sites, and drive-thru-enabled locations, often positioned near key anchors such as Target, Hannaford, Stop & Shop, Market Basket, and Costco to ensure strong visibility, access, and foot traffic.

“We are proud of the relationship we’ve developed with Tropical Smoothie Cafe and their franchise owners,” said Travis Ginsberg, Vice President at Summit Realty Partners. “Our in-depth understanding of the brand’s real estate needs has been instrumental in securing locations that align with their growth strategy, while also supporting operational success in highly desirable markets.”

With more than 1, 500 locations in 44 states, Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a national fast-casual restaurant brand built on a mission to Inspire Better^®, a commitment that starts with our better-for-you food and smoothies and extends to inspiring better in the communities we serve. In New England, Summit is actively seeking new locations in both urban and suburban areas. Ideal sites include high-exposure retail spaces with strong co-tenancy, grocery anchors, easy access, and the potential for drive-thru installations.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe continues to resonate with today’s health-conscious consumers,” said Chris McMahon, Principal and Director of Summit Realty Partners. “With a clear site strategy and strong franchise operators driving the brand, we look forward to supporting their ongoing expansion in New England and beyond.”

With more than 25 years of experience, Summit Realty Partners, Inc. is a full-service commercial real estate firm based in Lexington, Massachusetts. Specializing in retail leasing, investment sales, and tenant representation throughout New England, Summit continues to be a trusted partner for growing brands in the region.

For more information, visit www.summitrealtypartners.com, call 781-862-9700 or email go@sumrp.com.

About Tropical Smoothie Cafe®

Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a national fast-casual restaurant brand built on a mission to Inspire Better®, a commitment that starts with our better-for-you food and smoothies and extends to inspiring better in the communities we serve. Born on a beach in 1997, today Tropical Smoothie Cafe has more than 1,500 locations in 44 states. For the fourth year in a row, the brand was ranked #1 in the Smoothie/Juice Category by Entrepreneur Franchisee 500.  For 12 consecutive years, the brand has received the Franchise Times Fast and Serious award, and in 2024 the brand’s FUND Score was 905, one of the top scores for franchise concepts analyzed by FRANdata.