Rialto Gelato Franchise

Run your own successful Italian restaurant, Gelataria and children's soft play area or a combination to suit you

A history of success

Rialto Gelato is a British company producing high-end Italian frozen desserts, including award winning gelato. Their factory is based in Dorking. The first Cafe Rialto was opened at South Street, Dorking in 2001. Rialto Lounge and Rialto Gelato gives you access to a proven business model.

Award Winning Gelato

2014 Great Taste Awards

• Chiocco Bueno
• Italian Passion
• Pistachio Naturale
• Lampone
• Hot Pepper & Cherry Chocolate Sorbet
• Raspberry Sorbet
• Mango Sorbet
• Pint Grapefruit Sorbet

2015 Great Taste Awards

• Brasil Praline
• Mistero Latino
• Coffee Brasil
• Mojito Sorbet

2017 Great Taste Awards

• Mojito Gelato
• Cookie & Caramel
• Raspberry & White Choc Muffin

The opportunity at Rialto Gelato

• A range of 4 concepts available
• Equipment leasing options
• Comprehensive training package
• Supply chain solution
• Recruitment guidance
• Support with site acquisition
• Marketing
• Exclusive territory
• Turn-key fit out solution
• Tried and tested business models
• Additional income opportunities
• Business management support

Why choose Rialto Gelato franchise

Rialto will assist a new franchisee to locate the right premises in their territory and operate a central reservation system via their website.

• Full training - on company operations and all aspects of running your franchise
• Ongoing head office support
• Operations manual
• Full fit out of chosen concept
• Gelato manufactured and supplied by the franchisor
• Online reservation booking system

Rialto Gelato franchise options

Rialto Gelato: £50,000

• Rialto Gelato business only incorporating coffee and cakes
• Add a Rialto Gelato franchise to your existing business

Rialto Kids: £75,000

• Play area featres: Rollers, net walk, "biff and bash", wavy slides, maze, soft hump bridge, ball pool, log climb (2-8 years old)
• A separate soft play area (0-2 years old)
• Chairs and table for dining next to the soft play structures
• Nappy changing facilities

Rialto Restuarant: £100,000

• Italian authenticity - In the restaurants, the food and sauces are prepared fresh daily by the highly experienced chefs.
• The Italian wines, beers and all other authentic ingredients are supplied by local reputable Italian suppliers.

Be part of something exciting and rewarding

As a franchisee of Rialto you will be developing a valuable asset that you can sell later

The core profile of the franchisee

• A strong can do attitude
• A proven focus on and understanding customer service
• Financial skills
• A desire to succeed
• Good time management
• Manangement experience
• Business management support