The typical 4D Epic store is located in a high traffic shopping center, store front location, or mall. In some cases, the Gelato store can exist in a “free standing” building.

The typical size of a 4D store range between 600 to 1,200 square feet; however we can always adapt the layout of the store accordingly to the different areas requirements.

4D’s Management will provide you with high level guidelines that will help you identifying the perfect site where to establish your 4D Epic store. We review your proposed location based on population density, traffic patterns, accessibility of the location and the location’s proximity to traffic generators such as other businesses.

The initial term of the Agreement will be of 10 years.

A protected location is granted to every 4D Epic franchise location.

After the final agreements are signed and you’re the proud owner of a 4D Epic store, it can take approximately 4 to 6 months to open your business.

This timeline can vary depending on the time necessary to obtain all the business licenses and permits and finalize the leasehold improvements necessary to set up your store in order to comply with 4D interior design standards.

4D will offer:

1) Pre-opening Training – Our operational team will make sure that you are ready to run your store in line with 4D quality standards from day one!

2) Post opening Assistance - Upon the opening of your store, we will provide you with an experienced resource to stay on site with you and guide you through your first week of operation.

3) Ongoing support from 4D’s staff - We want you to feel confident with your daily operations; guidance and support are never more than a phone call or email away. In addition you will receive on a constant basis operational updates from our Franchise development team and on-site support from our 4D support team.

Of course! Our business franchise development team, by leveraging on the existing 4D vendor programs and thanks to the strong relationship developed with leading companies in the gelato’s industry, will be able to provide you with all the consumables and equipment necessary to run the gelato store at preferred market conditions.

The ultimate cost is determined by the size of the shop; however, the total start-up investment should range from $200,000 to $500,000. Such estimate includes the initial franchise fee, operational equipment, leasehold improvements (if necessary) and start up inventory amongst others.

If you are interested in learning more about this Epic opportunity, fill out the form in the 4D Franchise application section.

After we receive your form, one of our 4D Epic Development Manager will arrange to meet with you in order to answer any questions you may have and to give you more insights about the 4D Epic franchise business model.