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PINKBERRY
Pinkberry franchises enable operators to run quick-service restaurants offering frozen yogurt topped with fresh fruits and other toppings, along with yogurt drinks, smoothies, frozen desserts, beverages, and related products in a health-conscious, customer-oriented setting. The business model involves selling unit franchises to independent owners, who invest between $285,440 and $663,050 for traditional locations (or less for vending machines), pay initial franchise fees, and ongoing royalties to the franchisor. It targets health-conscious consumers seeking indulgent yet lighter frozen treat options.
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Franchise Costs
5% royalty + up to 2% ad fund + $300/mo technology/data fees
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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Frozen yogurt pioneer Pinkberry entered franchising modestly in 2016, but its trajectory raises eyebrows with a recent 10% contraction. SBA loan records hint at financing challenges for operators, while litigation notes tease disputes that could signal deeper operational frictions. Is this health-conscious treat brand still a sweet investment, or has the yogurt turned sour?
Item 7 in the 2026 FDD pegs initial investment at $365,650-$844,300 for traditional units ($285,440-$663,050 possible for vending), with a $30,000 franchise fee. Ongoing fees bite hard: 6% royalty (minimum $400/week per unit), 1% brand fund plus up to 3% regional ads (total up to 4%), $55/month POS, and up to $75/month data fees. No Item 19 means no disclosed earnings, forcing reliance on 20 SBA loans averaging $362,815—suggesting operators need substantial debt, but without revenue transparency, profitability stays opaque.
Pinkberry's system health flashes warning lights: 97 locations in 2024 dropped to 87 in 2025 (-10%), with just 2 corporate stores, 2 terminations, 5 transfers, and only 1 projected new unit. Under MTY Food Group since headquarters moved to Scottsdale, AZ, litigation centers on misrepresentation, breach of contract, and post-termination fights. This contraction post-2016 franchising launch, paired with sparse growth plans, points to a maturing but struggling concept—high fees on a shrinking base could strain franchisees long-term.
Analysis based on the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.
How PINKBERRY Compares
Key Insights
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Desserts & Ice Cream
- Higher than average SBA loan default rate in Desserts & Ice Cream
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PINKBERRY Current | $228K – $488K | $25K | 5.0% | 160 |
| RITA'S FRANCHISE COMPANY, LLC; RITA'S ICE-CUSTARD-HAPPINESS | $315K – $713K | $35K | 6.5% | 569 |
| MENCHIE'S | $180K – $515K | $54K | 6.0% | 295 |
| DIPPIN' DOTS | $139K – $399K | $35K | 6.0% | 260 |
| MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY | $355K – $477K | $25K | 6.0% | 249 |
| BRUSTER'S | $415K – $1.1M | $40K | 5.0% | 219 |
Desserts & Ice Cream Average 28 franchises | $326K – $645K | $37K | 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.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2025)
Outlets by state across the United States
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Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for PINKBERRY franchisees (2010 – 2025)
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.
20 SBA loans on record
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78 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
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Litigation (Item 3)
Primarily disputes related to breach of contract, termination of franchise agreements, and alleged misrepresentations. Some cases also involved trademark infringement and fee collection.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
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The total initial investment to open a PINKBERRY franchise ranges from $227,650 to $488,000. This includes a franchise fee of $25,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.
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