I Scream Gelato

Franchise Overview

I Scream Gelato operates as a dessert franchise where franchisees handcraft authentic Italian gelato entirely in-house using fresh, premium ingredients sourced directly from Italy, complemented by a broad menu of Belgian waffles, bubble waffles, pancakes, plant-based sorbets, and customizable toppings.

Key Highlights

Authentic gelato made entirely in-house with premium ingredients sourced from Italy
Inclusive menu spans vegan sorbets and waffles, appealing to diverse dessert lovers
Streamlined, compact operational footprint accessible to operators of varying food service experience
Comprehensive support covering site selection, R&D, group purchasing, and ongoing training

I Scream Gelato is built for franchisees who want to deliver a distinctive, quality-driven dessert experience while benefiting from a unified brand identity and a hands-on support structure.

Just the Facts

For most current information, see Franchise Disclosure Documents

In Business Since2022

Number of Units8

Min Liquid Capital—

Required Networth—

$$$Total Investment$234K – $462K

I Scream Gelato Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)

These official I Scream Gelato FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.

Available Documents

I Scream Gelato FDD 2025

May 2025

$99.00

I Scream Gelato FDD 2025

January 2025

$99.00

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