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![]() | Haagen-DazsMade Like No Other |

Business Type
FranchiseMin Liquid Capital
$80,000Total Investment
$86,800 to $397,100Required Net Worth
$200,000Number of Units
221In Business Since
1961* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document

Overview
Haagen-Dazs Shops
Delectable drinks, superb sundaes, exceptional cakes and an assortment of special flavors are yours to savor, coast to coast. An oasis of pure pleasure awaits at a Haagen-Dazs Shop.
The philosophy of Haagen-Dazs is simple: find the finest ingredients in the world and craft them into the best ice cream, sorbet, and frozen yogurt available. It is a way of doing business that is as demanding as it is uncommon. And it is the reason why the brand has epitomized fine ice cream for nearly half a century.
The Häagen-Dazs Shoppe Company, Inc. seeks operators who choose Häagen-Dazs because they believe the brand can help them achieve their personal and financial goals through product excellence, superior customer service and a franchise relationship based on dedication and integrity.
Delectable drinks, superb sundaes, exceptional cakes and an assortment of special flavors are yours to savor, coast to coast. An oasis of pure pleasure awaits at a Haagen-Dazs Shop.
The philosophy of Haagen-Dazs is simple: find the finest ingredients in the world and craft them into the best ice cream, sorbet, and frozen yogurt available. It is a way of doing business that is as demanding as it is uncommon. And it is the reason why the brand has epitomized fine ice cream for nearly half a century.
The Häagen-Dazs Shoppe Company, Inc. seeks operators who choose Häagen-Dazs because they believe the brand can help them achieve their personal and financial goals through product excellence, superior customer service and a franchise relationship based on dedication and integrity.
Products & Services

We use only the purest ingrediants from sweet, fresh strawberries to rich dutch cocoa to craft the finest ice cream in the world.
Reserve
While searching the globe for flavor inspirations, we've discovered rare and unique ingredients that we knew would make great ice cream, but their scarce availability has prevented us from using them. With Häagen-Dazs Reserve™ Series we're now able to make these extraordinary flavor combinations available to true ice cream enthusiasts like you.
Light ice cream
All the taste and texture of orignal Haagen-Dazs ice cream with half the fat. Tasting is believing.
Sorbet
Refreshing flavors and the naturally brilliant colors of sun-ripeneed peaches, the zestiest lemons, the sweetest mangoes and more.
Frozen yogurt
Haagen-Dazs frozen yogurt has all the goodness of yogurt. Naturally a good source of calcium with live and active cultures, it's an indulgence you can feel good about.
Bars
Our ice cream and frozen yogurt bars put the finest ingredients at your fingertips.
Training & Support

Franchisee successfully completes the 12-day Häagen-Dazs University class held in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Our mission: To provide every customer with the highest quality dessert eating experience, begins wwith support of our franchisees:
- assistance throughout the development process
- two-week initial training class at headquarters in Minneapolis,MN
- initial on-site training and assistance upon opening a Häagen-Dazs Shop
- on-going marketing and promotional support
- on-going operational and marketing/business planning support
- ability to operate under the Häagen-Dazs trademark
Are You a Good Fit for Haagen-Dazs Shops?

- Minimum $200,000 net worth (exclusive of primary residence/personal automobile/personal property)
- Liquid assets of $80,000
- Total Investment $86,850 to $397,100 (varies by location and project)
Häagen-Dazs estimated initial investment for a new franchisee
- Range Initial Franchise Fee $30,000
- Travel and Living Expenses to Attend Application Interview $1,500
- Travel and Living Expenses During Training $3,100
- Leasehold Improvements $8,000 - $195,000
- Deposits and Licenses $7,500 - $17,500
- Equipment, Fixtures, and Furnishing $20,000 - $75,000
- Opening Inventory $5,000 - $9,000
- Insurance $1,500 - $2,500
- Additional Funds – 3 months $10,250 - $63,500
- TOTALS $86,850 - $397,100