Founded in 1945, Baskin-Robbins is one the largest chain of ice cream specialty shops in the world. Based in Phoenix, Ariz., the firm creates and markets ice cream, specialty-frozen desserts, as well as beverages. It caters to the needs of its consumers operating through more than 6,000 retail shops in 33 countries. Baskin-Robbins is part of the Dunkin Brands Inc. family of companies. Entrepreneur magazine ranked Baskin-Robbins the top ice cream and frozen dessert franchise in the United States.