A Top Frozen Dessert Franchise Inside and Out

Drive-thrus turn winter months into additional revenue opportunities. A Rita’s Italian Ice franchise has always been a top QSR franchise to own, but now it’s an even smarter business opportunity—with drive-thrus that can help turn winter months into cold hard cash. Working with Franchise Owners with endcap infrastructure, Rita’s explored adding a drive-thru space—an ideal […]
When dreams to open a top frozen desert franchise come true

From Immigrating to the US to saving up for over a decade, Hezrron Gonzales knew he would own a Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard franchise. Hezrron Gonzales of Edison, NJ, says that from the very first time he visited a Rita’s location, he knew he was going to own one someday. Originally from the […]
Our seasonal franchises reap big rewards every spring on Opening Day

No matter how un-spring like the weather may be, brand fans brave the weather for their favorite first sign of spring: Rita’s grand re-opening March 20 is a big day for a couple of reasons. It’s the first day of spring, of course, but more significantly for Rita’s Italian Ice, it’s the grand re-opening day […]
Rita’s franchise review: Seizing the opportunity in Dallas

Dallas franchisee Sean Evans missed his favorite East Coast brand, so he decided to open up a few of his own in his new hometown. Dallas has more sunny days than rainy and more hot days than cold. It’s the perfect place for Rita’s Italian Ice to have a large presence. But when Sean Evans […]
Rita’s ranks among best franchises for veterans by Entrepreneur, Military Times

Get a discount on our fees while using your leadership and teamwork skills to become a successful business owner Our franchise was recently ranked No. 46 among Entrepreneur magazine’s best franchises for veterans. Based on a survey of the top 150 franchise companies for veterans, the rankings took into account discounts for vets and other […]
3 reasons to own a Rita’s Italian Ice franchise

Our growing brand in a stable industry offers advantages you might not have thought of If you live in the Mid-Atlantic region, you may already be familiar with Rita’s and our “Ice. Custard. Happiness.” slogan. But have you heard what a great business opportunity it is to become a Rita’s franchise owner? With decades of […]