What was the total number of Cream outlets at the end of 2023?
Cream Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Franchised | 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 64 | 74 | +10 | |
| Company-Owned | 2023 | 74 | 89 | +15 |
| 2024 | 89 | 87 | -2 | |
| 2022 | 64 | 74 | +10 | |
| Total | 2023 | 74 | 89 | +15 |
| 2024 | 89 | 87 | -2 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 57–60)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cream's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total number of Cream outlets at the end of 2023 was 89. This number is derived from the combination of franchised and company-owned stores. At the end of 2023, there were 0 franchised outlets and 89 company-owned outlets.
Cream's growth in 2023 was primarily through company-owned stores, with an increase of 15 locations. This indicates that Cream is focusing on expanding its brand through company-operated locations rather than franchising.
Prospective franchisees should note that Cream's business model currently leans heavily towards company-owned operations. This may reflect the brand's strategy or stage of development. Franchisees should inquire about Cream's future plans for franchising and what support and opportunities will be available to franchisees as the company evolves.