
Nakhati
- Founded
2022
- Number of Units
4+
- Country of Origin
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Franchise Expansion
Worldwide
CONCEPT BRIEF
Nakhati was launched in Riyadh in 2022 by the lifestyle hospitality operator Kerten Hospitality. The concept quickly became the leading premium gelato brand in Saudi Arabia and was honored as the 2022 Restaurant Franchise of the Year: Best New System by franchise specialist Dentons.
Nakhati was created to support local communities of women wherever it operates, empowering entrepreneurship through an innovative concept. The brand focuses on combining the finest Italian ingredients with local flavors to deliver a truly authentic gelato experience. In addition to its premium gelato, Nakhati offers a selection of complementary products, including refreshing beverages and snacks, all carefully curated to enhance the gelato experience.
For gelato lovers, Nakhati is an authentic, homegrown “Gelato Sweetery” that offers premium, handcrafted flavors, gelato hot buns, and gelato drinks that are simply irresistible.
The brand emphasizes a low-capital, high-return model, making it an accessible opportunity for entrepreneurs, and especially women starting their first venture.
Nakhati is establishing itself as the go-to handcrafted premium gelato brand, known for offering local, unexpected, and surprising flavors while also offering a high-margin product, empowering women to lead and succeed in business.
Franchise Fee
SAR 70,000
Area Required
300 sq. ft. and 1,100 sq. ft
Royalty Fee
5% of Gross Sales






TRAINING PROGRAM
Training at Headquarters | 7 – 10 Days |
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On-site Training | 7 – 10 Days |
SUPPORT PROGRAM
Operational Support | Site Selection |
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Marketing Support | Purchasing |
Accounting/Audit/Legal | Internal Support |
Ongoing Research & Development | Overall Program Oversight |
FRANCHISE FEE
Individual Unit Franchise Fee | SAR 70,000 |
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Area Development Franchise Fee | SAR 275,000 (for 5 units) |
ONGOING FEE
Royalty Fee | 5% of Monthly Gross Sales |
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Advertising Fee | 2% of Monthly Gross Sales |
Marketing Fund | 1.5% of Monthly Gross Sales |