Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
Food: Quick-Service Restaurants → Frozen Desserts: Ices
Bring the Joy of Rita's
Own a franchise serving fresh Italian Ice and creamy Frozen Custard to your community.
Revenue Potential$1,415,321from the brand’s own disclosures
Total units569from the brand’s own disclosures
Brand overview
For over 40 years, Rita's has mastered the art of refreshing happiness. Famous for Italian Ice made fresh daily with real fruit, cool and creamy Frozen Custard, and the layered Gelati, Rita's puts smiles on millions of faces. As a frozen treat destination with deep community roots, the brand has grown into a beloved neighborhood staple where friends and families come to chill.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose
Rita's offers proven systems that streamline your operation from day one. With two base products driving simple operations, franchisees enjoy a lower cost of goods sold. National marketing programs help drive traffic and build loyalty, while drive-thru shop models generate higher sales compared to standard locations. It is a brand that feels like home in every neighborhood it serves.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
Revenue Potential
$1,415,321
2025 FDD top performing unit
- Total investment
- $315,233–$712,542
- Franchise fee
- $35,000
- Cash Required
- $100,000
- Net worth
- $300,000
Growth Trends
Training & support
Rita's provides comprehensive training and ongoing support to keep you confident and inspired. From launch through daily operations, the franchise team ensures you have the knowledge and resources needed to run your shop smoothly and successfully.
Ideal candidate
We are looking for individuals who want to bring joy and a sense of community to their neighborhoods. The ideal candidate is someone eager to tap into a proven, growing franchise system while delivering refreshing happiness to every customer who walks through the door.