Franchise with Baskin-Robbins
Join a brand that is the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, with more than 7,800 retail shops in 36 global markets.
Or franchise with any of Inspire’s brands…
Why Baskin Robbins?
With its iconic ice cream flavors, specialty cakes, and a loyal fan base of all ages, Baskin-Robbins is a QSR leader, but don’t take our word for it… check out our awards:
Entrepreneur Best of the Best – Ranked #1 in Ice Cream
Top Food Franchises - #16
Franchise 500 – #28
Baskin-Robbins is part of the Inspire Brands family of restaurants, which is built to supercharge your growth through its shared services and powerhouse brands.
Anything is possible with Baskin-Robbins
We have formats to fit any space
Free Standing
Baskin-Robbins Freestanding Locations
Baskin-Robbins freestanding locations are designed for drive-thru with strong visibility and availability of exterior patio seating.
Size:
- 1,610 sq ft
Ideal Locations:
- Grocery/drug anchored neighborhood center
- Entertainment/lifestyle centers
- Minimum 25,000 Average Daily Traffic
Benefits:
- Easy entry and exit
- Meets guests’ needs for dine-in and drive-thru
Endcap
Baskin-Robbins Endcap Locations
Baskin-Robbins endcap locations are designed for mixed-use development that includes a drive-thru. If space allows, these sites can also fit exterior patio seating.
Size:
- 1,645 sq ft
Ideal Locations:
- Shopping centers
- Drive-thru option preferred
- Availability for exterior patio seating
Benefits:
- High visibility with signage options on multiple sides of building
- Allows for more real estate options while keeping drive-thru
Inline
Baskin-Robbins Inline Locations
Baskin-Robbins inline locations are designed for mixed-use spaces to optimize additional real estate opportunities. This format provides ultimate flexibility of size based on a variety of spaces.
Size:
- 1,006 sq ft
Ideal Locations:
- Store front
- Enclosed or open-air mall
- Social centers with high level activity
Benefits:
- High-traffic locations
- More real estate options
Small Format
Baskin-Robbins Small Format Locations
Baskin-Robbins’ newest innovation, small format drive-thru, gives franchisees access to more locations, lower cost to build, and quicker opens by leveraging a modular or stick-built small format building.
Size:
- 1,070 sq ft
Ideal Locations:
- Dominant daily needs areas
- Highly visible retail area
- Easy entry and exit
Benefits:
- Increased four-wall economics
- Fits on ½ acre lot (22,000 sq ft)
Here’s how we help
Training
& Support
Operational best practices and systems
Training programs (initial and ongoing)
Dedicated Franchise Business Consultant
Real estate optimization
Construction guidance
Marketing
& PR
National marketing and public relations
Collective media buying
Loyalty programs
Local marketing guidance
Culinary Innovation
Technology
& Innovation
Brand apps and websites
Demand generation and personalization
Restaurant technology and innovation
Supply Chain
Revenue Management
Reporting platforms
With your vision and our support we can help you create the legacy you desire.
To qualify for Baskin-Robbins franchise opportunities, you’ll need…
$100,000 liquid assets
$200,000 net worth
Baskin-Robbins Franchising Fees
Baskin-Robbins is part of the Inspire Brands family of restaurants, which is built to supercharge your growth through its shared services and powerhouse brands.
Development Fee:
25% of IFF
Initial Franchise Fee:
$25,000
Royalty Fee:
5.9%
Advertising Fee:
5%
Total Initial Investment:
$307,400–$622,600
For more details, please see the current Baskin-Robbins FDD issued March 27, 2025.
Ready to have a conversation?
What’s next?
①
Inquire
Click ‘Get Started’ and provide us with your information.
②
Discuss
Preliminary call with franchise sales team.
③
Review
Review our Franchise Disclosure Document.
④
Interview
Submit application and speak with franchise leadership team.
⑤
Sign!
Sign franchise agreement.