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Buy a Frios Gourmet Pops Franchise

Frios Gourmet Pops is a mobile frozen dessert franchise selling hand-poured gourmet ice pops from its signature tie-dye Sweet Ride vans, event trailers, and branded carts. Founded in 2013 in Mobile, Alabama, and franchising since 2017, Frios describes itself as the largest gourmet pop franchise in the US, with over 108 locations operating across 25 states.

The business model is built around mobility rather than fixed retail. Franchisees choose from three fleet options: the Sweet Ride van, the Happiness Hauler trailer, or a Nelson Cart. Revenue comes from festivals, sporting events, corporate catering, neighborhood routes, fundraisers, and wholesale accounts. Pops are pre-packaged and produced in Frios kitchens prior to sale.

Frios serves a broad customer base through an inclusive product range: options include dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and no-sugar-added pops alongside traditional fruit and cream varieties. The brand has expanded with a Frios Plus protein line targeting health-conscious and institutional buyers. Each franchise territory is structured around a population of 150,000.

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Why buy a Frios Gourmet Pops Franchise?

Choosing to buy a Frios Gourmet Pops franchise means entering a growing consumer category with a product that stands out from conventional mobile ice cream competitors. The brand’s hand-poured pops use real fruit and fresh ingredients; the dietary-inclusive lineup of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and no-sugar-added options broadens the customer base beyond typical frozen treat operators. Frios has been listed in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and has built a loyal following across 25 states.

The mobile format keeps fixed costs low, with no commercial lease and minimal staffing requirements. Franchisees can scale at their own pace by adding fleet vehicles, and revenue flows across multiple channels: events, neighborhood routes, corporate catering, fundraisers, and wholesale accounts.

Frios Gourmet Pops Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2024 data reported in the 2025 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      2013

    • Franchising Since

      2018

    • New Startup Cost

      $59,548 – $101,417

    • Avg. Resale Price

      Contact us for details

  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $37,500

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      $7,500

    • Royalty Fee

      $125 – $875/week

      per Week (flat, by territories/weeks)

    • Marketing Fee

      Up to 2%

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      109

    • New Units Opened *

      30

    • Units Transferred *

      6

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      Not Disclosed

    * Based on 2024 data reported in the 2025 FDD

Frios Gourmet Pops – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    New franchisees complete hands-on training at Frios' satellite office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, covering equipment use, ordering, finances, marketing, and customer service, with 10 hours of classroom instruction and 20 hours of on-the-job training. Ongoing support includes an online portal with training materials, operations manuals, and past call recordings, plus monthly roundtable calls with the Frios leadership team and regular field visits. Marketing resources include social media graphics, templates, and strategy guides. Resale buyers should confirm what transfer training and portal access are available when ownership changes.

  2. Ideal Owner

    Frios suits community-oriented, people-facing operators who enjoy working outdoors and engaging customers directly at events and neighborhood stops. Industry background in food service is not required; the brand attracts first-time business owners, veterans, retirees, and families looking to build something together. The model rewards owners who proactively develop local event relationships, book catering engagements, and maintain visibility in their territory. Comfort with outdoor operations and a flexible, self-directed schedule is important, as revenue follows local effort. The business can be run by a solo operator or as a family venture.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Frios Gourmet Pops has been listed in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 for its growth and mobile franchise model. The brand describes itself as the largest gourmet pop franchise in the US, a claim supported by its presence across more than 25 states. Frios has built recognition through franchise industry media coverage and franchisee testimonials highlighting its community-focused culture. For resale buyers, evaluating local reviews, community relationships, and event visibility in the specific territory provides the most actionable credibility assessment.

  4. Industry / Market

    The US frozen desserts market was valued at approximately $21.7 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach nearly $49 billion by 2033 (Grand View Research; CAGR 10.6%). Consumer demand is shifting toward better-for-you options: clean-label ingredients, dairy-free alternatives, and reduced-sugar formats are gaining across age groups, favoring brands with inclusive menus. The mobile and event-focused segment benefits from the experiential nature of frozen treat purchases, sustaining demand at festivals, sporting events, and community gatherings. Resale buyers should factor in seasonal revenue patterns, particularly in cooler-climate markets.

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