BASKIN-ROBBINS
Baskin-Robbins Franchising LLC develops, operates, and franchises retail restaurants under the Baskin-Robbins system, offering ice cream, ice cream cakes, related frozen products, and compatible food and beverage items. The business model includes single-brand Baskin-Robbins restaurants, combo units with Dunkin', multi-brand locations, and special distribution opportunities like airports and military bases. They target the general public in a competitive market for premium frozen desserts and snacks.
Franchise Costs
No specific financial data for Items 5, 6, or 7 (initial franchise fee, ongoing fees including royalties and ad fund, or estimated initial investment table) is present in the provided FDD text excerpt, which covers other sections like affiliates, business experience, and litigation.
How BASKIN-ROBBINS Compares
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BASKIN-ROBBINS Current | N/A | N/A | N/A | 967 |
| RITA'S FRANCHISE COMPANY, LLC; RITA'S ICE-CUSTARD-HAPPINESS | $315K – $713K | $35K | 6.5% | 569 |
| MENCHIE'S | $165K – $425K | $40K | 6.0% | 296 |
| DIPPIN' DOTS | $139K – $399K | $35K | 6.0% | 260 |
| MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY | $355K – $477K | $25K | 6.0% | 249 |
| HAAGEN DAZS SHOP | $213K – $592K | $30K | 4.0% | 215 |
Desserts & Ice Cream Average 28 franchises | $327K – $658K | $36K | 7.0% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 28 Desserts & Ice Cream franchises by location count.
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for BASKIN-ROBBINS franchisees (2010 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
1,726 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Primarily termination disputes, breach of contract, and related counterclaims with franchisees.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
As of the 2026 FDD, BASKIN-ROBBINS has 967 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1948.
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