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Ice Cream & Yogurt

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

12 FDDs available ›

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

1 FDD available ›

California-born fast-food chain serving burgers, fries, milkshakes, and soft-serve ice cream since 1946. more ›

$585,500 Minimum Investment60 UnitsSince 1946

2 FDDs available ›

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

Offers liquid nitrogen ice cream, sorbets, and frozen cocktails as an experiential catering and event franchise. more ›

$238,623 Minimum Investment

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

Offers fresh fruit-based beverages, smoothies, and specialty food items in a quick-service retail format. more ›

$438,303 Minimum Investment

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

2 FDDs available ›

Artisan gelato shop franchise offering in-house gelato production with training through a proprietary academy. more ›

$203,500 Minimum Investment

1 FDD available ›

Authentic Greek yogurt bar and cafe offering made-to-order healthy yogurt dishes inspired by Greek culture. more ›

$291,750 Minimum Investment6 UnitsSince 2013

2 FDDs available ›

Offers premium ice cream in a fun, community-focused scoop shop environment with catering and party services. more ›

5 UnitsSince 2003

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

Soft-serve ice cream drizzled with quality honey, served in a specialty dessert shop format. more ›

$258,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 2018

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

2 FDDs available ›

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

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

7 FDDs available ›

Offers signature Gelati desserts combining layered Italian ice and creamy custard through mobile and seasonal franchise locations. more ›

$16,500 Minimum Investment

Handcrafted Mexican-style ice cream paletas with gourmet dippings, toppings, and paleta-shakes. more ›

$139,100 Minimum Investment20 UnitsSince 2016

2 FDDs available ›

Self-serve frozen yogurt shop offering high-quality proprietary blends with a wide selection of toppings. more ›

$354,300 Minimum InvestmentSince 2012

2 FDDs available ›

Self-serve frozen yogurt franchise offering customizable yogurt creations with a variety of toppings. more ›

$55,700 Minimum Investment

Taiwanese dessert and beverage franchise serving taro balls, grass jelly, shaved ice, tofu pudding, and tea drinks. more ›

$507,500 Minimum Investment800 UnitsSince 2007

3 FDDs available ›