Soft-serve ice cream and frozen treat concept serving cones, Blizzards, sundaes, and shakes. more ›
$548,700 Minimum Investment743 UnitsSince 1940
Ice Cream & Yogurt franchises bring joy to communities through beloved frozen desserts enjoyed by customers of all ages. From classic scooped ice cream shops and soft-serve stands to self-serve frozen yogurt bars and artisan gelato cafés, these feel-good concepts generate strong seasonal traffic and devoted year-round regulars.

Soft-serve ice cream and frozen treat concept serving cones, Blizzards, sundaes, and shakes. more ›
$548,700 Minimum Investment743 UnitsSince 1940
Ice cream shop and boba café franchise offering creamery treats and specialty beverages. more ›
$222,500 Minimum InvestmentSince 2024
Authentic Mexican ice cream, fruit salads, Troles, paletas, juices, and traditional snacks served fresh. more ›
$200,000 Minimum Investment
Specializes in super premium dairy ice cream, small-batch vegan ice cream, and live cultured yogurt. more ›
25 UnitsSince 1975
Self-serve, weigh-and-pay concept offering premium ice cream, frozen custard, and specialty treats. more ›
$224,300 Minimum Investment
Self-serve frozen yogurt shop with 85 rotating flavors and 50 topping options in a fun, casual setting. more ›
$233,800 Minimum Investment25 UnitsSince 2010
California-born fast-food chain serving burgers, fries, milkshakes, and soft-serve ice cream since 1946. more ›
$585,500 Minimum Investment60 UnitsSince 1946
Fast-casual restaurant serving cooked-to-order steakburgers, hot dogs, shoestring fries, and freshly churned frozen custard. more ›
$854,834 Minimum Investment580 UnitsSince 2002
Full-service American family restaurant chain famous for ice cream, classic comfort food, and ice cream cakes. more ›
$1,100,000 Minimum Investment130 UnitsSince 1935
Mobile franchise selling gourmet popsicles and frozen treats to customers at events and in communities. more ›
$64,548 Minimum Investment114 UnitsSince 2018
Artisan gelato shop offering fresh, handcrafted gelato and sorbet made daily in a variety of rotating flavors. more ›
$238,623 Minimum Investment14 UnitsSince 2003
Offers frozen dessert franchise opportunities with flexible store formats and comprehensive training support. more ›
$188,275 Minimum InvestmentSince 2019
Mexican-inspired fruit shop and taqueria serving raspados, fresas con crema, ice cream, and street food. more ›
$438,303 Minimum Investment
Artisan gelato made fresh in-store daily, with 45+ flavors including vegan and dairy-free options. more ›
$390,000 Minimum Investment1 UnitSince 2002
Artisan gelato shop franchise offering in-house gelato production with training through a proprietary academy. more ›
$203,500 Minimum Investment
Authentic Greek yogurt bar and cafe offering made-to-order healthy yogurt dishes inspired by Greek culture. more ›
$291,750 Minimum Investment6 UnitsSince 2013
Offers premium ice cream in a fun, community-focused scoop shop environment with catering and party services. more ›
5 UnitsSince 2003
Serves made-to-order Hong Kong-style bubble waffles with ice cream, toppings, and specialty drinks. more ›
$189,400 Minimum Investment2 UnitsSince 2022
Super premium ice cream shops offering signature flavors, sundaes, and frozen desserts in a scoop-shop format. more ›
$14,500 Minimum Investment215 UnitsSince 1983
Homemade-style ice cream parlors serving premium, handcrafted ice cream in a variety of flavors. more ›
$460,900 Minimum Investment153 UnitsSince 1945
Family-friendly pizza and ice cream restaurant chain featuring specialty pizzas, fun centers, and birthday party facilities. more ›
$322,862 Minimum Investment32 UnitsSince 1972
Fast-casual burger and shake restaurant with a retro vibe and community-focused atmosphere. more ›
$409,000 Minimum Investment4 UnitsSince 2024
Produces and sells ice cream and frozen desserts through franchise locations across the Dominican Republic. more ›
170 UnitsSince 1972
Serves authentic Hawaiian shave ice, premium ice cream, and tropical smoothies via food trucks and catering. more ›
$85,000 Minimum Investment
Over-the-top milkshake café offering 50+ shake flavors, indulgent desserts, and comfort fusion eats. more ›
$100,000 Minimum Investment
Specialty dessert shop serving Hungarian-inspired chimney cakes filled with ice cream and unique toppings. more ›
$103,720 Minimum Investment
Made-to-order ice cream frozen fresh on-site, plus milkshakes, snacks, pastries, and unique shop experience. more ›
Since 2022
Serves soft-serve frozen yogurt in a variety of flavors with optional toppings in retail store settings. more ›
$110,000 Minimum Investment500 UnitsSince 1977
Authentic Italian gelato shop crafting handmade gelato, sorbets, waffles, and specialty desserts with imported Italian ingredients. more ›
$233,917 Minimum Investment8 UnitsSince 2022
Mobile ice cream parlor housed inside a themed shuttle bus, serving ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbet at events. more ›
$111,500 Minimum InvestmentSince 2014
Retail ice cream shop franchise offering a variety of frozen treats in a vibrant, Instagram-worthy setting. more ›
$90,000 Minimum Investment6 UnitsSince 2016
Drive-in restaurant concept offering burgers, shakes, and other classic American fast food fare. more ›
$223,800 Minimum Investment
Artisan ice cream and dessert shop blending European and Asian flavors with signature spicy-sweet frozen treats. more ›
$262,300 Minimum InvestmentSince 2018
Fast-casual dessert concept serving layered sweets and treats in jars, inspired by celebrity chef Fabio Viviani. more ›
$199,950 Minimum Investment
Artisan ice cream scoop shops serving super-premium, chef-crafted flavors made from scratch with high-quality ingredients. more ›
$698,000 Minimum Investment94 UnitsSince 2002
Serves Italian ice, gelati, and frozen desserts with bold flavors from vibrant, community-focused locations. more ›
$294,817 Minimum InvestmentSince 2019
Retro 1950s-themed diner serving made-to-order burgers, hand-spun milkshakes, fries, and classic American fare. more ›
$517,300 Minimum Investment100 UnitsSince 1987
Offers signature Gelati desserts combining layered Italian ice and creamy custard through mobile and seasonal franchise locations. more ›
$16,500 Minimum Investment
Premium dessert concept serving handcrafted ice cream, waffles, crepes, boba tea, and kulfis. more ›
$150,000 Minimum Investment
Gourmet chocolate, fudge, ice cream, and confections retailer using proprietary recipes made in Michigan. more ›
$405,045 Minimum Investment187 UnitsSince 1947
Offers customizable dipped ice cream treats with Belgian chocolate and 20+ topping choices. more ›
$162,700 Minimum Investment2 UnitsSince 2001
Handcrafted Mexican-style ice cream paletas with gourmet dippings, toppings, and paleta-shakes. more ›
$139,100 Minimum Investment20 UnitsSince 2016
Self-serve frozen yogurt shop offering high-quality proprietary blends with a wide selection of toppings. more ›
$354,300 Minimum InvestmentSince 2012
Asian-inspired mango dessert shops offering premium mango-based sweets and specialty desserts. more ›
$395,450 Minimum InvestmentSince 2013
Handcrafted ice cream shop offering fresh flavors and unlimited mix-ins for customized frozen desserts. more ›
$172,850 Minimum Investment249 UnitsSince 1983
Taiwanese dessert and beverage franchise serving taro balls, grass jelly, shaved ice, tofu pudding, and tea drinks. more ›
$507,500 Minimum Investment800 UnitsSince 2007
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