Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt Franchise
To buy a franchise with Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, you'll need to have at least $100,000 in liquid capital and a minimum net worth of $500,000. Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt charges a franchise fee of $53,900.
Franchisor Details
Total Units: 300+
Year Founded: 2009
Franchising Since: 2010
Home Office: Woodland Hills, CA
Training: Available
Locations Available: See Below*
Franchise Costs
Liquid Capital Required: $100,000
Net Worth Required: $500,000
Total Investment: $161,846 – $497,979
Franchise Fee: $53,900
Royalty Type: 6% of Gross Sales
Vetern Discount:
*Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt is currently accepting inquiries from the following locations: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Values & History
At Menchie's, everything begins with a simple mission: We Make You Smile. That philosophy comes to life through a set of core values centered on fun, happiness, community, and family, paired with a strong commitment to health, education, leadership, and long-term relationships. Menchie’s is designed to be more than a place to grab dessert—it’s a welcoming environment where guests feel connected, team members feel empowered, and franchisees build meaningful ties within their local communities. By focusing on people, place, and product, the brand consistently delivers an experience that is as memorable as it is enjoyable. Founded in 2008, the brand successfully navigated the frozen yogurt boom, industry consolidation, and the COVID pandemic, emerging as one of the few scaled concepts still expanding in a disciplined and responsible way. As competition has rationalized and consumer demand has stabilized, Menchie’s has benefited from fewer competitors, second-generation guests, and renewed category health.
Industry Performance
The frozen yogurt and frozen dessert category represents an $8 billion U.S. industry, projected to grow approximately 3–4% annually. Nearly 90% of U.S. households consume frozen desserts, underscoring the category’s broad appeal as an affordable indulgence. With its unwavering focus on serving smiles and delivering a consistently positive guest experience, Menchie’s continues to stand out as an industry leader—and the largest self-serve frozen yogurt franchise in the world, still growing with intention.
Training & Support
At Menchie's, franchisees are equipped with a comprehensive training and support system designed to drive confidence and long-term success. The journey begins with structured onboarding and immersive training that covers every aspect of the business, including operations, guest experience, staffing, inventory management, and local store marketing. This hands-on approach ensures owners fully understand the simplicity and efficiency of the self-serve model. Beyond initial training, Menchie’s provides ongoing support through experienced field teams, proven systems, and continuous coaching, along with marketing resources and operational guidance. From opening day and beyond, franchisees have access to the tools, expertise, and partnership needed to operate effectively and grow with confidence.
Ideal Candidate & Qualifications
The ideal franchisee for Menchie's Frozen Yogurt is someone who is energized by creating a fun, community-driven environment and is passionate about delivering an exceptional guest experience. Successful owners do not need prior food service experience, but they should be strong leaders who can recruit, train, and motivate a young team while maintaining a positive, upbeat culture in the store. Menchie’s is well suited for individuals or groups who value systems, follow proven processes, and take pride in local store marketing and community engagement. The best candidates are hands-on operators or engaged owners who enjoy being part of their business, building relationships, and creating a place where families and guests genuinely love to visit.
Purchasing a Menchie's Frozen Yogurt
The full range to open a Menchie's Frozen Yogurt Franchise can be anywhere between $161k-498k. They typically look for around $100k liquid capital and $500k net worth to get started.
Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt is a FranNet Verified Brand
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Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt is a FranNet Verified Brand
FranNet Verified Brands are reviewed by FranNet to ensure legitimacy and industry required documentation.