Founed in 1996, Robeks Corporation (Robeks Fruit Smoothies and Healthy Eats), is a smoothie franchiser headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California, and, as of early 2008, it has built a franchisee network of more than 140 stores in 16 states and the District of Columbia. Recently, the franchiser expanded internationally into Ireland. Known for its best-in-class, blended-to-order fruit smoothies, (the 'ideal' meal replacement),Robeks serves healthy food and beverage options to millions of 'guests' annually who seek alternatives to fast-food and who prefer to lead healthier lifestyles.