About La Diperie Franchise
La Diperie is a dessert franchise specializing in hand dipped soft serve ice cream and chocolate dipped treats, franchising since 2019 and backed by MTY Food Group, Inc.
The concept revolves around customizable soft serve cones and cups dipped in a variety of premium chocolate and candy coatings, creating an interactive and visually appealing dessert experience that is popular on social media.
The franchise fee is $25,000.
La Diperie Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$277K
Average Investment
$401K
Maximum Investment
$526K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of total weekly Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 4% of weekly Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $276,925 – $525,525 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $277K–$526K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of total weekly Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Up to 4% of weekly Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $20,000 | $25,000 |
| Rent/Security Deposit (for 3 months) | $6,000 | $15,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses (2 persons) while training, not including salaries, if any, for you and your employees | $3,000 | $7,500 |
| Real Estate | $3,000 | $42,000 |
| Lease Review Fee | $0 | $2,500 |
| Lease Guarantee Fee (optional) | $0 | $10,000 |
| Architectural Fees | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $66,000 | $220,000 |
| Exterior Signage | $8,000 | $17,000 |
| Equipment | $83,000 | $105,000 |
| PCI Compliance Costs | $150 | $1,300 |
| Opening Inventory | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Employee Uniforms | $500 | $800 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Advertising | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Insurance Premiums | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Permits and Licenses | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| Telephone and Utility Deposits and Hookups | $250 | $1,000 |
| Computer Training and Food Safety Certification Course | $100 | $500 |
| Miscellaneous | $3,925 | $3,925 |
| Depository Account | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Additional Funds -3 month initial period | $20,000 | $20,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee not including any discounts or reductions |
| Technology Fee | Data Fees: Up to $75 per month; POS Help Desk Phone Support Maintenance Contract Fee: $55 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of Audit plus interest at Default Rate on underpayments or the maximum rate permissible by law |
| Annual Meeting Registration Fee | Up to $1,000 plus incidental costs to attend |
| Depository Account | $3,000 (must be replenished on a regular basis) |
| Relocation Fee | $500 |
| Transfer Training Fee | $2,500 for two individuals ($500 for each additional individual) |
| Document Administration Fee | $500 |
| Default Interest | $50 plus interest at 1-1/2% per month or maximum legal rate, if less ("Default Rate") |
| Late Report Fee | $100 per report |
| Sublease Late Charge | 5% of the late or unpaid amount plus any late charges and interest incurred under the Master Lease as a result of the late payment (where applicable). |
| Collection Costs | All collection costs including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys' fees |
| Non-Sufficient Funds Fee | $50 for each electronic funds transfer returned for non-sufficient funds; $25 for each check or draft returned for non-sufficient funds |
| New Supplier Approval Fee | A charge not to exceed the reasonable cost of the inspection and the actual cost of the test not to exceed $5,000. |
| Non-Participation Fee | $100 per day |
| Early Termination Damages | The average monthly Royalty and Advertising Fees paid for any consecutive 12 month period within the preceding 48 month period multiplied by the number of months remaining in the term of the Franchise Agreement, and the product is divided by 2. |
| Management Fee | 6% of the Franchised Business’ Gross Sales (in addition to the Royalty Fee and Advertising Fee) plus our direct out-of-pocket costs and expenses. |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 40 hours of New Owner Training and 40 hours of In-Store Training. |
| Classroom Training | 40 |
| On-the-Job Training | 40 |
| Training Location | New Owner Training: Online, KTEC (Kahala Training & Education Center) in Scottsdale, AZ, or other designated location. In-Store Training: Franchisee’s restaurant location or other designated location. |
| Additional Training | Additional training is available for a fee of $300 per person per day if requested or required by the franchisor. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | The franchise is granted only for the location specified in the Franchise Agreement or a location to be approved by us. You will not receive any minimum territory. You will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from restaurants that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee not including any discounts or reductions |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, the franchisee must give 120 days' notice, not be in default, be in compliance with the franchise agreement and manual, not have received more than 3 default notices (or 2 in the last 5 years), have a suitable premises, sign a general release, execute new agreements (which may have materially different terms and higher fees), remodel/refurbish if necessary, and be current on all financial obligations. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfer requires franchisor consent, which will not be unreasonably withheld if the potential transferee qualifies, has no existing defaults, pays transfer and training fees, completes training, completes required remodeling/upgrades, and signs new agreements and releases. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor can terminate for various defaults, including insolvency, failure to pay fees (7-day cure), failure to maintain insurance (7-day cure), social media policy violations (24-hour cure for defamatory content, immediate for inappropriate content), operating cessation (24-hour cure), violation of laws/health/safety standards (24-hour cure), repeated defaults, fraud, trademark misuse, or transfer violations. Statutory cure periods apply if longer than those specified. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term and for 2 years after termination or expiration, the franchisee may not engage in a competing business (primarily selling ice cream) anywhere during the term, and within a 10-mile radius of any La Diperie restaurant after termination/expiration. The covenant may be extended by litigation time. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | While not specifically required, the franchisor intends to select franchisees who plan to actively participate in the direct operation and daily affairs of the restaurant. The franchise must be personally managed with on-premises supervision by the franchisee, another partner/shareholder/member, or a manager who has completed the training program. The franchisor strongly recommends substantial owner involvement. |
| Required Suppliers | You must purchase all products and services required for the operation of your Store from suppliers that we have identified and approved as meeting all of our specifications and standards or from us directly. |
| Supply Restrictions | You must purchase all or nearly all of the inventory or supplies that are necessary to operate your business from the franchisor, its affiliates, or suppliers that the franchisor designates, at prices the franchisor or they set. These prices may be higher than prices you could obtain elsewhere for the same or similar goods. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor or its affiliates receive vendor allowances from approved suppliers (1% to 5% of purchases). In the last fiscal year (2024), MTY USA and its subsidiaries earned $30,372,764 from such vendors. Neptune Equipment earned $1,670,243 from franchisee purchases. MTY USA and its subsidiaries earned $1,845,877 from POS help desk support maintenance services and POS equipment sales. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | The franchisor may finance up to 100% of the purchase price for corporate restaurants sold "as-is" by its affiliates. Interest rates range from 0% to 12%, depending on creditworthiness, amount financed, and upfront payment. Repayment periods are 12 to 60 months. A first lien on all equipment is required as security. The franchisor does not arrange financing from other sources. |
La Diperie Franchise Earnings — Item 19
La Diperie 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.
La Diperie 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.
La Diperie Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordLa Diperie 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.
La Diperie System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
1
Company-Owned
0
La Diperie currently operates 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 4 states: CA, IL, IN, NY
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$580.3M
Net Income
$17.0M
Total Assets
$1459.4M
Audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP for year ending November 30, 2023.
La Diperie Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a La Diperie franchise ranges from $276,925 to $525,525, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $25,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
La Diperie charges a royalty fee of 6% of total weekly Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Up to 4% of weekly Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the La Diperie 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 La Diperie to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
La Diperie 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.
La Diperie has been franchising since 2019. The FDD shows an investment range of $276,925-$525,525, a 6% of total weekly Gross Sales 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 $25,000 and the total investment ranges from $276,925 to $525,525 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $20,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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