Overview
Why Del's Lemonade?
Del's Lemonade is a food & beverage brand with over 66 years of operating history and 33 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.
The Numbers
Investment & Fees
- Total initial investment
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- Initial franchise fee
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- Royalty fee
- Available on request
- Ad / marketing fee
- Available on request
Regulatory Filings
FDDs on file
Latest FDD on file: 2017. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.
Who's Operating It
29 franchisees of Del's Lemonade
RYAN SUKASKAS
DESANO REFRESHMENT INC · Pawtucket, Rhode Isla
3unitsALBERT CASTELLI
DOUBLE A REFRESHMENT · Coventry, Rhode Isla
1unitANTHONY RENZI
CALM ENTERPRISES · Foster, Rhode Isla
1unitBRUCE LONG
LONGADE INC · Middletown, Rhode Isla
1unitDIONSIOS SAMPALIS
SAKIS PIZZA/DMV CORPORATION · Providence, Rhode Isla
1unitFRANCIS J COX JR
BETTER COMMUNITY LIVING INC · Fairhaven, Massachusetts
1unitGLEN FROMENT
DSA REFRESHMENTS · Attleboro, Massachusetts
1unitJACOB YOUNG
SWFL REFRESHMENTS INC · Fort Myers, Florida
1unit
Why every serious buyer requests the FDD
The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.
- Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
- Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
- Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
- Item 21: audited financial statements
Frequently Asked
Del's Lemonade franchise FAQ
Is Del's Lemonade a franchise?
Yes. Del's Lemonade is a franchise in the food & beverage category, which means you can own and operate a Del's Lemonade location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
How many Del's Lemonade franchise locations are there?
Del's Lemonade operates 33 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.
When was Del's Lemonade founded?
Del's Lemonade was founded in 1960, giving the brand 66 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.
Is a Del's Lemonade franchise profitable?
Del's Lemonade unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Del's Lemonade FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.
How do I apply for a Del's Lemonade franchise opportunity?
Submit a request through this page to receive the Del's Lemonade Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.
Where can I get the Del's Lemonade FDD?
The current Del's Lemonade FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.
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