About CPUSA Franchise
Amorino is an upscale retail franchise specializing in authentic Italian gelato and sorbet, alongside a curated selection of coffees, beverages, candies, chocolates, cakes, cookies, waffles, and crepes.
The brand is known for using natural, high quality ingredients, organic eggs, and no artificial colors or flavors.
The franchise fee ranges from $30,000 to $50,000, and the brand has been franchising since 2020.
CPUSA Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$103K
Average Investment
$571K
Maximum Investment
$1.0M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 to $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 3% of annual Gross Revenue | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $102,500 – $1,040,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $103K–$1.0M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (0%) and marketing fee (Up to 3% of annual Gross Revenue) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise fee | $30,000 | $50,000 |
| Development Fee | $0 | $9,000 |
| Architect's Fees, Engineer's Fees, Permits | $1,500 | $45,000 |
| Legal Fees (lease negotiation, zoning and township/ municipality matters) | $3,000 | $12,000 |
| Real Property: Lease Security Deposit and any required utility deposits | $3,000 | $82,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements: Construction; Remodeling, Alterations and Decorating Expenses | $5,000 | $400,000 |
| Furniture, Equipment, Casework, and Restaurant Supplies | $7,500 | $195,000 |
| Freight, Duties, Storage and Delivery | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| P.O.S. Systems | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Inventory to begin Operating | $17,000 | $69,500 |
| Signage | $5,000 | $30,000 |
| Store Opening Promotional Fee | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Additional funds — 3 Months | $21,000 | $125,000 |
| Amorino Mobile unit purchase price | $15,000 | $46,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $1,000 to 50% of then-current initial franchise fee, plus expenses |
| Renewal Fee | 0 |
| Technology Fee | 2.6% + $0.10 per transaction (credit/debit cards) plus up to $30 per month system fee |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit, plus travel and related expenses of independent certified public accountant |
| Business Interruption Proceeds Fee | 4% of proceeds of business interruption insurance received by franchisee |
| Decorations Fee | Minimum 0.5% of annual Gross Revenue |
| Store Opening Assistance / Initial Training | Payment for travel, lodging, and dining |
| Additional Training Fee | $250 a day or $150 for a half day training session |
| Store Updates/Refurbishing | Not to exceed $20,000 in 5 years |
| Store Opening Promotional Fee | $5,000 for a Traditional Store and Kiosk; $3,000 for a Mobile Structure outlet |
| Development Fee | Up to $9,000 for a Traditional Store or a Kiosk |
| Costs for Proprietary Products to be sold in Store | 10% to 30% above our wholesale cost |
| Other Related Promotional Costs | Our actual printing costs |
| Interest on Late Payments | 18% per year or the maximum percentage permitted by law |
| Post-Termination Non-Compliance Delay Fee | $500 Each day of non-compliance |
| Nonsufficient Funds Charge | $50 for first offense; $100 for subsequent offenses within 12 months period, plus any expenses |
| Reimbursement of Monies Paid by Franchisor | Our actual costs |
| Rent for premises of Store | Varies depending on the terms of your lease |
| Litigation Expenses | Our attorneys' fees, court costs, and litigation expenses |
| Taxes | Amount of taxes |
| Indemnification | Amount of loss or damages plus costs |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 15 days total (10 days off-site, 5 days on-site) |
| Classroom Training | 24 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 51 hours |
| Training Location | Designated regional Pilot training store and franchisee's store location |
| Additional Training | Additional training for new products/services is provided free of charge. Other additional training, if requested by franchisee or required by franchisor due to performance, costs $250 per day or $150 for a half-day, plus franchisee's travel/lodging expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Exterior boundaries of an enclosed shopping mall; or a minimum of four blocks radius in an urban location, or one-half mile radius in a non-urban location, determined case-by-case. |
| Description | Franchisees receive an exclusive 'Protected Area' where the franchisor will not establish or license other Amorino stores, kiosks, or mobile outlets under the Proprietary Marks. The size varies based on location type (mall, urban, non-urban). |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 to 10 years (depending on store model), or no later than 6 to 11 years from effective date |
| Renewal Term | 2 consecutive 5-year renewal periods |
| Renewal Fee | 0 |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew for an additional 5-year renewal period, the franchisee must: provide written notice of intent to renew, have substantially complied with agreement terms, not be in default, provide evidence of right to occupy premises for renewal term (with franchisor retaining same rights), complete required training, sign a general release, sign the then-current franchise agreement (which may have materially different terms), have guarantors reaffirm their guarantee, and renovate the store to meet current franchisor standards. |
| Transfer Fee | $1,000 to 50% of then-current initial franchise fee, plus expenses |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require franchisor's prior written consent (except for individual to controlled business entity). Conditions include: all monetary obligations to franchisor/affiliates paid, full compliance with agreements, submission of transfer forms/agreements 30 days prior, transferee meets franchisor's standards (educational, managerial, business, moral character, credit, financial resources, proximity to store), franchisor receives a general release from transferor, transferee signs then-current franchise agreement (for remaining term, no renewal rights), transferee's principals provide personal guaranty, transferor/owners reaffirm confidentiality/non-compete, transferee completes initial training, payment of transfer fee and expenses, and store complies with current standards or an acceptable remodeling plan is presented. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate immediately without cure for specific material breaches (e.g., 30-day payment default, bankruptcy, abandonment, unapproved transfers, repeated defaults, false records, unauthorized products, non-compete violation). For other curable defaults, a 20-day cure period is provided, extendable if reasonable. Termination also occurs if an approved transfer due to death/incapacity is not completed within 6 months. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term and for 2 years post-termination/expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, neither franchisee nor principals may directly or indirectly own, operate, advise, be employed by, make loans to, invest in, or have any interest in any ice cream business within the U.S., its territories, commonwealths, or any country/province/state/geographic area where Amorino or its affiliates have used/registered Proprietary Marks or operate/license businesses under them. Post-termination/expiration, for two years, the same restrictions apply within the former Protected Area (or 3-mile radius if no protected area), or within a 3-mile radius of any other System store, or anywhere within the former Area Development Territory. Also prohibits diverting customers/suppliers or soliciting employees of franchisor/affiliates. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | One individual owner (Supervising Principal) must directly supervise the store on-site, unless it's a Mobile outlet. If the franchisee is a business entity, this supervisor must hold more than a 50% equity interest. The Supervising Principal must complete initial training and dedicate full-time efforts to daily management, except for Mobile outlets. If the Supervising Principal cannot devote full-time, a franchisor-approved manager must be appointed, complete training, and dedicate full-time to the store. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase furniture, equipment, casework, restaurant supplies, proprietary products (gelato, sorbet, certain beverages, food products, ingredients), trademarked products, packaging, POS systems, computer hardware/software, and promotional materials from the franchisor, its affiliates (Amorino Trading, -18°), or approved/designated third-party suppliers (e.g., Square for POS hardware). |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisor does not allow franchisees to suggest alternative suppliers, and there is no procedure for approving different alternative suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | The franchisor's affiliates (Amorino Trading, -18°) derive revenue from franchisee purchases by marking up wholesale costs of required products, including gelato and sorbet, serving as a revenue source in lieu of a royalty fee. Franchisees are estimated to purchase 100% of consumables and 30% of other products from affiliates. Overall, 40-60% of initial expenditures and 20-40% of ongoing operating expenses (excluding real estate) are subject to sourcing restrictions, with many purchases directed to affiliates. Specific revenue figures from these purchases are not yet available due to the early stage of franchising. |
CPUSA Franchise Earnings — Item 19
CPUSA does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
CPUSA does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
CPUSA Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCPUSA 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.
CPUSA System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
CPUSA currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 3 | 17 |
| 2020 | 0 | 4 | 14 |
| 2021 | 0 | 2 | 13 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 2
State Registrations
Registered in 15 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
CPUSA Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a CPUSA franchise ranges from $102,500 to $1,040,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $30,000 to $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
CPUSA charges a royalty fee of 0% of gross sales, plus a Up to 3% of annual Gross Revenue contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the CPUSA 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 CPUSA to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
CPUSA does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
CPUSA has been franchising since 2020. The FDD shows an investment range of $102,500-$1,040,000, a 0% royalty, and no 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 $30,000 to $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $102,500 to $1,040,000 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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