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![]() Business TypeFranchiseInitial Investment$197,950 to $396,800Total Investment$197,950 to $396,800Number of Units500In Business Since1984![]() OverviewRita’s has specialized in Italian Ices right from the opening of our
first location in the summer of 1984. We then added our second core
product, Old-fashioned Frozen Custard in 1992. Since then we have
introduced three additional core products that are a combination of
Italian Ice and Custard, including Rita’s layered Gelati, the Misto
Shake and our newest creation, the Blendini. As a Rita's Franchisee, all of the staff at Rita's Water Ice Franchise Company, LLC is a part of your life for the entire term of your franchise agreement. You receive the benefit of the personal attention of a professional management team with years of retail, operations, franchising and business experience. Together, we form a substantial team that is always working together to help grow your business. ![]() Products & Services We currently offer over 30 flavors of Italian Ices and Cream Ices and
we will continue to test different products, in addition to new
flavors, to make sure they fit within our brand identity.Our Mission:
![]() Training & Support![]() For your investment, you will receive an
equipment package to operate your Rita’s Italian Ice store and an 8 to
10 day training program which includes 6 days at the corporate
headquarters training center and 2-4 days of opening assistance at your
new Rita’s franchise location. During your training program, you will
receive an operations manual to help your store run smoothly and
efficiently. We also assist you in site location and lease
negotiations. Upon finding your location, we will visit your site and
aid in the development of your layout. Some of the most important items
you will receive, along with our quality product, are name recognition,
ongoing support, a professionally managed marketing program and a
proven system where people care about their franchisees. ![]() Why Rita's Ices, Cones, Shakes & Other Cool Stuff?
![]() Are You a Good Fit for Rita's Ices, Cones, Shakes & Other Cool Stuff? Our family of franchisees are from all walks of
life. They range from housewife to accountant, nurses to truck drivers,
none of whom had prior Rita’s experience. The criteria is quite simple.
We seek those with a willingness to work hard and a desire to succeed
as our prime candidates.The total investment ranges between $197,950 to $396,800.
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