Buy a Frios Gourmet Pops Franchise

Frios Gourmet Pops is a vibrant mobile frozen dessert franchise specializing in artisanal, hand-poured gourmet popsicles made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Founded in 2013 and franchising since 2015, Frios has revolutionized the traditional ice cream truck concept with its colorful, tie-dyed “Sweet Ride” vans, offering a flexible, low-overhead business model that enables franchisees to sell at diverse locations and events nationwide. The brand caters to a broad audience with options including vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free pops, meeting growing consumer demand for healthier frozen treats. With over 108 mobile trucks and prime territories available, Frios combines community engagement with a scalable, fun franchise opportunity in the booming frozen dessert market projected to exceed $294 billion globally in 2023.

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Why buy a Frios Gourmet Pops Franchise?

Frios offers a low-cost, scalable franchise with multiple entry points—Sweet Ride vans, Happiness Hauler trailers, or freezer carts—allowing owners to start quickly and grow at their own pace. The mobile model reduces expenses like rent and utilities, while the brand’s strong support system and growing market ensure a promising opportunity to build a profitable, joyful business delivering happiness on a stick.

Frios Gourmet Pops Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $37,500

    • Initial Investment

      $66,500 - $95,500

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      $125-$175/wk.

  • Training & Support

    • 20 hours on the job training

    • 10 hours classroom training

    • Ongoing support

    • Marketing support

Frios Gourmet Pops – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    Frios provides comprehensive training including 20 hours of on-the-job and 10 hours of classroom instruction, plus ongoing support through newsletters, conventions, online resources, and a franchisee intranet. Marketing support includes ad templates, national and regional campaigns, social media, SEO, and loyalty programs. Franchisees receive assistance with site selection, fleet options, and operational guidance to ensure business success.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    Ranked in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500, Frios is recognized for rapid growth—114 units with 165% growth over three years—and innovative mobile business model. The brand’s community focus and unique product offerings have earned it a loyal following and industry acclaim.

  3. Industry / Market

    The frozen dessert industry is thriving, with consumers seeking novel, healthier treats. The global frozen dessert market is projected to surpass $294 billion in 2023. Frios’s mobile model and dietary-inclusive products position franchisees to capitalize on this expanding market with reduced overhead and flexible operations.

  4. Ideal Owner

    Ideal franchisees are entrepreneurial, community-focused individuals who enjoy working outdoors and value flexibility. They seek independence from corporate life, want to control their schedules, and are motivated by a fun, people-oriented business. Experience in retail or food service is helpful but not required.

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