Rita’s
We operate Rita’s shops that serve Italian ice, frozen custard, frozen desserts, frozen drinks, toppings, frozen novelties, and other food and beverage items, along with a limited selection of approved gift and complementary products. Our business serves the general public through retail shops, express locations, satellite shops, and mobile units, depending on the site and format. Standard shops offer our full menu, while express shops carry a smaller approved menu in high-traffic locations like parks, universities, airports, and sports venues. Some locations can also support catering, special events, and off-premises sales when approved. We focus on delivering a consistent dessert and beverage experience through a uniform operating system, branded store design, and standardized products and procedures.
Your franchise match score
Fast Food
Brand highlights
- CEOLinda Chadwick
- Headquarters1210 Northbrook Drive, Trevose, PA, 19053
- Year founded2016
- Year started franchising1989
- IndustryFast Food
- Locations open532 (-59 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$194,863 - $528,061
- Franchise fee$35,000
- Royalty6.5% of estimated sales on Rita’s-Mix Items and/or 6.5% of Gross Sales on Menu Items that are Non-Mix Items or Non-Mix Items charged as an additional fee
- Brand fund3.0% of estimated sales on Rita’s-Mix Items and 3.0% of Gross Sales on Menu Items that are Non-Mix Items or Non-Mix Items charged as an additional fee
- Required Liquid CapitalN/A
- Required Net WorthN/A
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FDD insights
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2021-04-05
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| The Franchisor & Executives | Learn about Rita’s, its parent company, and the executive leadership team responsible for operating and supporting the franchise system. | |
| Initial Franchise Fee | Learn about the initial franchise fee required to join the Rita’s franchise system and what that fee covers. | |
| Other Fees | Understand the ongoing and additional fees associated with owning a Rita’s franchise, including royalties, marketing contributions, and other required payments. | |
| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a Rita’s franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
| Territory | Understand how franchise territories are defined, whether they are exclusive, and under what circumstances they may be modified by Rita’s. | |
| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information Rita’s provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 532 |
| Franchise locations | 532 |
| Corporate locations | 0 |
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