Jeremiah’s Italian Ice Reopens Panhandle Frozen Treat Shop Under New Ownership New franchisee Bob Amin brings the brand back to West Panama City Beach, with another Jeremiah’s location in development

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, the award-winning frozen treat brand known for its superior frozen treats, continued its monthly expansion activity in June with the reopening of its West Panama City Beach shop under new franchise ownership.

Key Takeaways

• Jeremiah’s Italian Ice reopened its West Panama City Beach location on June 16 under new ownership.
• New franchisee Bob Amin brings multi-brand restaurant franchise experience to the Jeremiah’s system.
• Amin has another Jeremiah’s location currently in development, with an opening expected in mid- to late July.

The West Panama City Beach shop, located at 17180 Front Beach Road in Panama City Beach, Florida, officially reopened June 16. The location had previously closed and has now been reactivated under new ownership by Bob Amin, an owner new to Jeremiah’s, but not new to franchising.

Amin brings existing restaurant experience to the brand, with a portfolio that includes Fazoli’s, Checkers and Marco’s Pizza. His food service director, Jason Alverson, has a personal connection to Jeremiah’s, having grown up in Orlando and already being familiar with the popular brand.

“Bob’s experience as a restaurant operator makes him a strong addition to the Jeremiah’s franchise system,” said Michael Keller, CEO of Jeremiah’s Italian Ice. “Reopening the West Panama City Beach shop gives us an opportunity to bring Jeremiah’s back to a high-traffic coastal market under new ownership, and we are excited to support Bob as he continues building with the brand.”

Why This Opening Matters

For Jeremiah’s, the West Panama City Beach reopening reflects a different kind of growth story. In addition to opening new shops in new markets, the brand is also focused on strengthening its existing footprint by bringing the right franchise owners into communities where Jeremiah’s already has guest awareness and local demand.

The reopening also supports Jeremiah’s continued growth across Florida, where the brand was founded in 1996 and first built its loyal guest following. Located along Front Beach Road, the shop brings Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, Soft Ice Cream and signature Jelatis back to a market known for beach traffic, family vacations and warm-weather treat occasions.

The focused product platform allows franchise owners to deliver a wide variety of flavors, seasonal offerings and customizable treats without the complexity of a broad food menu.

The concept is designed to deliver a high-energy, family-friendly guest experience while giving franchise owners a focused operating model built around signature products, colorful branding and local community engagement.

What Happens Next?

Amin has another Jeremiah’s Italian Ice location in development in the Panama City area and expects to open in mid- to late July. That shop will add to the brand’s continued growth in Florida and further build Amin’s presence within the Jeremiah’s franchise system.

For more information about Jeremiah’s Italian Ice franchise opportunities, visit www.jeremiahsfranchise.com.

ABOUT JEREMIAH’S ITALIAN ICE

Founded in 1996 and franchising since 2019, Jeremiah’s Italian Ice is known for its superior frozen treats, energetic brand personality and guest experience built around its motto, LIVE LIFE TO THE COOLEST®.

Jeremiah’s has earned national recognition for both innovation and franchise growth, including being named “America’s Most Unique Restaurant Menu” in the 2026 Datassential 500 Awards, ranking No. 211 on Entrepreneur magazine’s 2026 Franchise 500® list and honored by Franchise Times as one of its “Fast & Serious: 40 Smart Growing Franchises.”

With 175+ locations open or in development across Florida, Arizona, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Louisiana, Colorado, Nevada, Alabama, Tennessee and Texas, Jeremiah’s continues expanding throughout the Southern United States. For more information about Jeremiah’s franchise opportunity, visit www.jeremiahsfranchise.com.