About BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership Franchise
Bruster's Real Ice Cream is a beloved ice cream franchise that distinguishes itself by making every batch of ice cream fresh on the premises daily.
With over 150 flavors in rotation, each location offers a constantly changing selection that keeps customers coming back to discover new favorites alongside their go to choices.
With a franchise fee of $40,000, Bruster's provides an opportunity to own a premium ice cream brand with strong community appeal.
BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1.2M
Average Investment
$1.9M
Maximum Investment
$2.6M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Sales Payable on the third See Note of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 3% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $1,202,620 – $2,644,060 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $1.2M–$2.6M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Sales Payable on the third See Note) and marketing fee (3% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Amount To Whom Type of Method of When Due Payment Is Expenditure From To Payment | $20,000 | $40,000 |
| Franchise Agreement Before Land Purchase | $275,000 | $750,000 |
| incurred Before Utility Deposit Utility | $500 | $1,000 |
| Providers incurred Before Architect Fees | $7,500 | $20,000 |
| incurred Civil Before Engineering | $10,000 | $40,000 |
| incurred Site Before Development | $375,000 | $637,000 |
| incurred Before Construction | $406,120 | $735,560 |
| incurred Expenses for Before Initial Training | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Amount To Whom Type of Method of When Due Payment Is Expenditure From To Payment | $500 | $2,500 |
| Business Before Insurance Insurance | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| incurred Before Initial Inventory Us, Approved | $12,500 | $18,000 |
| Suppliers incurred Computer Before Hardware & Approved | $26,000 | $68,000 |
| Furniture, Before Approved Fixtures, & | $25,000 | $216,000 |
| incurred Before Signage Approved | $7,000 | $40,000 |
| Suppliers incurred Grand Opening Before and Marketing | $7,000 | $10,000 |
| Accountants, Before Professional Attorneys, | $2,500 | $10,000 |
| and incurred Consultants Post-Opening After Support | $0 | $2,500 |
| Additional Funds After | $20,000 | $40,000 |
| Amount To Whom Type of Method of When Due Payment Is Expenditure From To Payment | $20,000 | $40,000 |
| As incurred opening, as Landlord incurred Before Utility Deposit Utility | $500 | $1,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $20,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer financing. |
BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Revenue Range
$144K – $2.3M
Sample Size
2024 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordBRUSTER'S Limited Partnership has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership System Growth
Total Units
387
Franchised
194
Company-Owned
193
BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership currently operates 194 franchised locations and 193 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership franchise ranges from $1,202,620 to $2,644,060, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Sales Payable on the third See Note of gross sales, plus a 3% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership franchise owners report . This is based on a sample of 2024 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
BRUSTER'S Limited Partnership has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,202,620-$2,644,060, a 5% of Gross Sales Payable on the third See Note royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $1,202,620 to $2,644,060 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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