About BASKIN ROBBINS Franchise
Baskin Robbins is one of the world's most recognized ice cream brands, famous for its "31 flavors" concept and a menu that spans ice cream cakes, sundaes, milkshakes, and frozen beverages.
The company has been a fixture in the frozen dessert industry since 1945 and has been franchising since 1991, building a global network of locations that serve millions of customers each year.
With a franchise fee of $25,000, Baskin Robbins offers an opportunity to join a legacy brand with worldwide name recognition.
BASKIN ROBBINS Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5.9% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2.5% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $100,000 – $1,200,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $100K–$1.2M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.9%) and marketing fee (2.5% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Lump Sum Franchise Us Agreement Real Estate Development | $123,000 | $267,000 |
| Method of To Whom Payment Type of Expenditure Amount When Due Payment is to be M | $115,000 | $185,000 |
| Restaurant Technology | $15,000 | $29,500 |
| Licenses, Permits, Fees | $7,000 | $20,000 |
| Note | $5,000 | $8,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening | $9,500 | $28,000 |
| Uniforms | $400 | $800 |
| As incurred As incurred Third Parties Insurance | $3,500 | $8,300 |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $1,000 | $15,000 |
| Marketing Start-Up Fee | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Months of Operation | $0 | $30,000 |
| We estimate this may cost you between | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| If you elect to buy land, it can cost an additional | $100,000 | $1,200,000 |
| If you elect to build a freestanding building on leased land, it can cost from | $200,000 | $300,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $7,500 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer financing. |
BASKIN ROBBINS Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
BASKIN ROBBINS Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
BASKIN ROBBINS System Growth
BASKIN ROBBINS currently operates 0 franchised locations and 978 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
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