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Franchise Deep Dive: Frios Gourmet Pops Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data

Frios Gourmet Pops is a modern twist on the classic ice cream truck, offering gourmet popsicles in a wide range of flavors and specializes in events, bulk deliveries and wholesale.

By Erica InmanStaff Writer
10:10AM 05/13/24

LAST UPDATED: March 2024

FRANCHISE WEBSITE: https://friosfranchise.com/ 

NUMBER OF LOCATIONS: 100

REPORTED COST TO GET IN: $40,925 - $71,775

REPORTED ROI (Item 19): not publicly available

Frios Gourmet Pops is a mobile frozen dessert concept that offers gourmet frozen popsicles in a variety of flavors, including creamy flavors, fruit flavors and some unexpected flavors, such as a pickle.

How Many Frios Gourmet Pops Locations Are There?

Frios Gourmet Pops’ current CEO, Cliff Kennedy, drove by a bustling Frios Gourmet Pops trailer every day on his commute; he finally decided to see what all the fuss was about. He fell in love with the brand after trying a key-lime-pie-flavored pop and soon became a franchisee. He took over the brand as CEO in 2018 and transitioned it to a mobile business model with vans in 2020.

The brand has 100 units across the U.S.

What Is Frios Gourmet Pops’ Business Model?

Frios Gourmet Pops sells a variety of handmade gourmet popsicles through a variety of channels: the Frios Sweet Ride (which is a traditional ice cream truck), Porch Pop Drops (which is a bulk home-delivery service), or wholesale (for concession stands and restaurants).

How Much Can Frios Gourmet Pops Franchise Owners Make?

The brand does not make this information publicly available. Prospective owners can access this information through the brand’s most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). 

How Much Does It Cost To Open a Frios Gourmet Pops Location?

The total initial investment necessary to begin operation of a Frios Gourmet Pops franchise ranges from $40,925 to $71,775.

What Is the Franchise Fee for Frios Gourmet Pops?

The franchise fee required to begin operation of an Frios Gourmet Pops franchise is $25,500, which must be paid to the franchisor. 

Who’s On Frios Gourmet Pops’ Leadership Team?

What Helpful Articles Can I Read to Learn More About Frios Gourmet Pops?

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