Creamistry

$CRMSF500 #501
CategoryFood: Quick-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryFrozen Desserts: Ice Cream
Locations6,047
Franchisee Count59
Franchise Fee$40,000
Item 7 Low$224,500
Item 7 Midpoint$400,500
Item 7 High$576,500
Royalty Fees6% of Gross Sales
Ad / Brand Fund1.5%
Sold Not Open2,431
Founded2014
Completeness27/34 (79%)
Years in Business12
Began FranchisingJanuary 2014
HQYorba Linda, CA
Executives11
LinksWeb
Main Phone657-224-9602
FDD IssuedMarch 16, 2018
Last UpdatedAug 25, 2026
FDD2019 🔒
Franchisor

Creamistry Franchise, Inc. sells franchises for an ice cream store operating under the CREAMISTRY name, specializing in the preparation and sale of handcrafted ice cream and complementary beverages and food items.

Franchisees must purchase and maintain NCR Silver Pro POS systems, with costs estimated between $14,500 to $5,500 and monthly fees of $175 to $199. They are also required to use a video surveillance system and maintain accounting and reporting systems as specified by the franchisor.

Creamistry Franchise, Inc. sells franchises for an ice cream store operating under the CREAMISTRY name, specializing in the preparation and sale of handcrafted ice cream and complementary beverages and food items.

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