Dippin’ Dots
We provide Dippin’ Dots® branded novelty frozen treats, including ice cream, frozen yogurt, sherbet, and other ice products. Our business sells these products to the general public, with a strong appeal to children, teens, and families. We operate through fixed retail stores or kiosks, as well as sales at fairs, festivals, and similar events, and through vending machines and stand-alone freezers placed in approved retail locations. Our sales are typically stronger in warmer months and may slow during colder weather.
Your franchise match score
Fast Food
Brand highlights
- CEOScott Fischer
- Headquarters155 Main Street, Paducah, KY, 42003
- Year founded1999
- Year started franchising1999
- IndustryFast Food
- Locations open224 (+13 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$112,204 - $366,950
- Franchise fee$15,000
- Royalty$2.16 per bag for bulk ice cream products. $0.09 per unit for pre-pack units. Up to 6% on ancillary items (non-Dippin’ Dots manufactured retail food, drink and/or non-food approved items).
- Brand fund$0.24 per bag for bulk ice cream products. $0.01 per unit for pre-pack units. Up to 2% on ancillary items (non-Dippin’ Dots manufactured retail food, drink and/or non-food approved items).
- Required Liquid Capital$10,250
- Required Net WorthN/A
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2021-04-20
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Location data
| Total locations | 224 |
| Franchise locations | 224 |
| Corporate locations | 0 |
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