Frios Gourmet Pops - Franchise
Quick Summary
Frios is the largest popsicle franchise in the world. We are a mobile franchise serving popsicles on wheels, also referred to as mobile Sweet Rides (think franchise food truck but with only popsicles)! We are a low cost franchise that is a lot of fun! Our whole concept is selling happiness on a stick, it’s that simple! Inquire today to own your own Frios and become part of the fun.
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Frios Gourmet Pops
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2026
| Minimum Cash Required | $50,000 | |
| Training & Support | Yes | |
| Home Office Location | Mobile, AL |
Available In These States:
- AK
- AL
- AR
- AZ
- CO
- CT
- DC
- DE
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- GA
- IA
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- IN
- KS
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- NC
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- Overview
Frios Gourmet Pops - Franchise
Own a Frios Gourmet Pops Franchise
We would love to tell you that Frios was made by elves, fairies, or Oompa Loompas because there is so much magic in these frozen treats on a stick (serious, serious amounts of magic but nothing illegal).
The Frios magic is the product of one man wanting to escape the doldrums of corporate life and remember the beauty of being happy. The moments of laughter and the ones that make you SLOW THE HECK DOWN and look for that MAGIC every darn day.
Something this magical requires some equally magical humans. Frios loves people who love people. People who try to live magically every day. We like to call these people “Happiness Hustlers” and it’s what we call ourselves every day.
Frios Sweet Ride
Every official Frios Happiness Hustler™ gets their very own Frios “Sweet Ride”. A Frios “Sweet Ride” is a fully customized mobile food truck/ice cream truck set up for proper “Happiness Hustling™” (also known as SUCCESS!). You will quickly become everyone’s favorite in your community. With a low start-up cost, and no storefront, owning a Frios franchise is easy and rewarding!
Why Invest in Frios Gourmet Pops?
- Simple Franchise Operations
While many mobile franchise concepts say they’re simple, Frios Gourmet Pops truly means it and our flexible model fits a variety of operator styles. The Frios popsicle truck (aka Sweet Ride) is optimized for ease of operation and can even be managed by one person on a part-time or full-time basis.
A Frios franchisee can operate at virtually any event and our product requires zero prep work because our delicious pops are pre-packaged. That means all you need is the truck and a freezer and you can be a Happiness Hustler, a term we coined for our franchise owners who spread joy through their community one pop at a time. - Low-Cost Investment
As a low-cost franchise, Frios provides an option to prospective franchisees looking to step back from their desk job and into our side hustle. Those interested in owning a Frios Gourmet Pops franchise should commit to investing between $40,925 and $71,775. Plus, Frios is a proud partner of the VetFran and DiversityFran programs, granting approved candidates 10% off of the total franchise fee. - Comprehensive Franchise Support
The Frios corporate team is always focused on helping franchisees strategize and maximize their own profits while keeping an eye on any changing operating costs. Along with continuous communication from our franchise support team, Frios owners can expect marketing collateral and guidance and thorough training materials via our online portal system.
Getting Started
When you franchise with Frios Gourmet Pops, you receive comprehensive ongoing support from our experienced leadership team to ensure you have all the tools you’ll need to run a successful business. We provide guidance and training for all new Happiness Hustlers, and collaborate with franchisees across all aspects of the model, including:
- Training and operations
- Truck sourcing
- Marketing
- Technology and online portal system
- Monthly company-wide roundtable discussions
Hitting the Streets
After the qualification process and onboarding has been completed, Frios franchisees receive continuous training and support. The communication and guidance does not end once you have the keys to your very own Sweet Ride.
- Accessible resources: Frios brand and franchise training materials are always available to you via our online portal system. Within this portal, you will be able to access all existing training documents and videos, operations manuals, past company-wide support and update calls, FAQs, and other resources to keep you up to date with everything related to the Frios brand and franchise operations.
- Continuous communication: Monthly company-wide roundtable discussions with the frios leadership team provide opportunities for franchisees to hear the latest updates in regards to the Frios franchise as well as to ask questions and hear from their support leaders. The Frios leadership team also likes to hit the streets and visit our franchisees routinely to ensure nothing has fallen through the cracks.
- Marketing support: Frios leadership team will provide new marketing materials on a regular basis including digital content for social media as well as pieces for print. This way, you don’t have to be a marketing expert. We can do all of the creating and planning for you.
The Ideal Happiness Hustler Candidates
We call our franchisees Happiness Hustlers because that’s what they do – bring people joy and happiness. Frios is proud to offer a franchise opportunity that fits a variety of lifestyles for a wide range of investors. Our ideal Happiness Hustler candidates typically:
- Have a passion to be known and involved in their community
- Want to attend local events, parties, school gatherings, and other community events with their mobile Sweet Ride
- Focus on philanthropy through giving back and fundraising
- Have previous business experience and understand the importance of networking
With prime territories available, a ridiculously easy to operate mobile franchise model, (simply a food truck) and an undeniably delicious frozen treat, frios gourmet pops is a wise investment for any entrepreneur who wants to bring happiness to their community. Prepackaged and easy to serve.
Move over shaved ice, the time to invest in a frios Sweet Ride franchise is now! Inquire today!
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