MilkShake Factory Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2025

Born from multi-generational chocolatiers, The MilkShake Factory has evolved into a family business that started in the Pittsburgh community is now looking to expand nationwide. Their product is sourced from the best dairy available, which makes them stand apart from the competition.

Established: 1914

First Unit Franchised: 2023

Franchise Units Awarded: 69

Company Owned Units: 11

Not Registered In: AL, AR, CA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, LA, ME, MD, MN, MS, MT, NE, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY.

Sold Out Markets: Metro Indianapolis, IN, Metro Detroit, MI, Wilmington, Winston-Salem, and Greensboro, NC, Pittsburgh, PA.

Canada Franchises: No

International Franchises: No

Financial Assistance Provided: Yes

Site Selection Assistance: Yes

Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes

Recruiting Assistance: Yes

Cooperative Advertising: Yes

Robust Training Program:

Technical Training- 6 Days in Pittsburgh, PA
Business Training- 3 Days in Ann Arbor, MI 6
On-Site Training- Up to 5 Days

What does a MilkShake Factory Franchise Cost?

MilkShake Factory franchise fees for 2025:

Liquidity Required: $200,000

Total Investment: $476,705 - $739,508

Minimum Net Worth: $750,000

Royalty: 6%

Item 19: Yes

Location Size: 1,000-1,600 sq ft

Average Number of Employees: 13-18

Visa Candidates: No

Passive Ownership: No

Home-Based: No

B2B: Yes

Master Franchise Opportunities: Yes

Veteran Discount: Yes, $5,000 off of the first license

Franchise Fee:

$60,000 - 1 unit

$110,000 - 2 units

$135,000 - 3 units

$180,000 - 4 units

$225,000 - 5 units

$240,000 - 6 units

$280,000 - 7 units

$320,000 - 8 units

$360,000 - 9 units

10+units: $35,000 apiece

Is MilkShake Factory a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. MilkShake Factory is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is MilkShake Factory a Home Based franchise?

No. MilkShake Factory is not a home based franchise opportunity.

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What Do MilkShake Factory Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much MilkShake Factory franchisees make. MilkShake Factory offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is MilkShake Factory a Master Franchise Opportunity?

Yes. MilkShake Factory is a master franchise opportunity. A master franchisee is responsible to recruit, train and support franchisees in their territory.

Does MilkShake Factory Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. MilkShake Factory franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does MilkShake Factory Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

No. MilkShake Factory franchise does not work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is MilkShake Factory Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. MilkShake Factory franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is MilkShake Factory Looking for International franchisees?

No. MilkShake Factory franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

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Additional Categories

Frozen Yogurt / Ice Cream, Food & Restaurants

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required

$100,000 - $250,000

Master Franchise

Yes

Passive Franchise

Home Based Franchise

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

B2B

Yes

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

International Franchise Opportunities

E2 Visa Franchise

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