How many HAAGEN DAZS SHOP franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, HAAGEN DAZS SHOP has 215 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1983.

Can you get an SBA loan for a HAAGEN DAZS SHOP franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for HAAGEN DAZS SHOP franchises. Historical data shows 9 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for HAAGEN DAZS SHOP franchisees, with an average loan amount of $168,033. The historical default rate is 11.1%.

Is HAAGEN DAZS SHOP a good franchise to buy?

HAAGEN DAZS SHOP shows several positive indicators: established brand with 215+ locations. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

HAAGEN DAZS SHOP

FDD Year:

The Häagen-Dazs Shop franchise allows operators to run ice cream parlors serving dessert creations made with proprietary recipes featuring Häagen-Dazs brand ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, and other frozen desserts, along with related items. The franchisor offers various formats including traditional Shops, Hospitality Shops, Satellites, and area development agreements, typically located in storefronts, strip centers, or malls. It targets consumers seeking premium frozen treats in a competitive and seasonal ice cream market.

215

Locations

$213K–$592K

Investment

Since 1983

Franchising

Food & BeverageEden Prairie, MNDreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Company, Inc.www.haagendazsshoppecompany.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$30,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$213,329 – $591,579

Low: $213,329High: $591,579

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

4.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

N/A

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$525 – $525

Item 6 of FDD

4% royalty + $525/mo general marketing contribution + 1% local marketing

How HAAGEN DAZS SHOP Compares

Key Insights

Top 10 largest franchise system in Desserts & Ice Cream
Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Desserts & Ice Cream

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
HAAGEN DAZS SHOP Current	$213K – $592K	$30K	4.0%	215
RITA'S FRANCHISE COMPANY, LLC; RITA'S ICE-CUSTARD-HAPPINESS	$315K – $713K	$35K	6.5%	569
MENCHIE'S	$165K – $425K	$40K	6.0%	296
DIPPIN' DOTS	$139K – $399K	$35K	6.0%	260
MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY	$355K – $477K	$25K	6.0%	249
BRUSTER'S	$409K – $1.1M	$40K	5.0%	205
Desserts & Ice Cream Average 28 franchises	$327K – $658K	$36K	7.0%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 28 Desserts & Ice Cream franchises by location count.

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for HAAGEN DAZS SHOP franchisees (2014 – 2018)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$168,033

Total Volume

$1.5M

Default Rate

11.1%

Loans by Year

SBA 7(a) loan activity over time

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

Franchisee Contacts

263 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

263 Contacts Available

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a HAAGEN DAZS SHOP franchise ranges from $213,329 to $591,579. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 4.0% of gross sales.