About Häagen-Dazs Shop Franchise
Haagen Dazs Shop is a premium ice cream franchise that serves the brand's world famous super premium ice cream, sorbet, and frozen desserts through dedicated retail locations.
The Haagen Dazs name is synonymous with luxury ice cream, and each shop offers an indulgent experience featuring hand scooped cones, sundaes, shakes, cakes, and other frozen creations made from the brand's iconic product line.
The franchise fee for a Haagen Dazs Shop ranges from $15,000 to $30,000.
Häagen-Dazs Shop Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$215K
Average Investment
$379K
Maximum Investment
$543K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15,000 to $30,000, | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 4% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Your Local Marketing Contribution will equal 1% of your gross sales. The Local M | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $214,518 – $542,768 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $215K–$543K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (4% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Your Local Marketing Contribution will equal 1% of your gross sales. The Local M) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Travel and Living Expenses to Attend Application Interview(2) | $1,189 | $1,189 |
| Travel and Living Expenses During Training(3) | $3,079 | $3,079 |
| Leasehold Improvements(4) | $105,000 | $300,000 |
| Deposits and Licenses(5) | $7,500 | $17,500 |
| Equipment, Fixtures and Furnishings | $50,000 | $115,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $6,000 | $10,000 |
| Insurance(6) | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Additional Funds – Three Months(7) | $10,250 | $63,500 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT(8) | $214,518 | $542,768 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $7,500 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of our then-current franchise fee being charged to existing franchisees for |
| General Marketing Contribution1 | $5,520 |
| Local Marketing Contribution1 | 1% of Gross Sales3 |
| Remedial Costs and Administrative Fee1 | All expenses incurred to correct non- conforming condition plus 15% of the costs |
| Late Payment Charge1, 4 | 10% of late payment; interest up to 18% per year |
| Late Payment Charge1, 4 | 10% of late payment; interest up to 18% per year |
| Travel and Living Expenses to Attend Application Interview(2) | $1,189 |
| Travel and Living Expenses During Training(3) | $3,079 |
| Leasehold Improvements(4) | $105,000 |
| Deposits and Licenses(5) | $7,500 |
| Equipment, Fixtures and Furnishings | $50,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $6,000 |
| Insurance(6) | $1,500 |
| Additional Funds – Three Months(7) | $10,250 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT(8) | $214,518 |
| Travel and Living Expenses During Training(3) | $0 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | Renewal opportunity for a single ten-year term, with payment of an initial franchise fee equal to ½ the franchise fee then charged franchisees developing a new Häagen-Dazs; only applies if the franchi |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Häagen-Dazs Shop Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Häagen-Dazs Shop does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Häagen-Dazs Shop does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Häagen-Dazs Shop Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordHäagen-Dazs Shop has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Häagen-Dazs Shop System Growth
Total Units
209
Franchised
209
Company-Owned
0
Häagen-Dazs Shop currently operates 209 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Häagen-Dazs Shop Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Häagen-Dazs Shop franchise ranges from $214,518 to $542,768, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $15,000 to $30,000,. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Häagen-Dazs Shop charges a royalty fee of 4% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Your Local Marketing Contribution will
equal 1% of your gross sales. The Local
M contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Häagen-Dazs Shop Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Häagen-Dazs Shop to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Häagen-Dazs Shop does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Häagen-Dazs Shop has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $214,518-$542,768, a 4% of Gross Sales royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $15,000 to $30,000, and the total investment ranges from $214,518 to $542,768 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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