Milkshake Factory
Quick-serve shop offering hand-spun milkshakes, gourmet chocolates, craft sundaes, and related desserts via a counter-serve model, with approved delivery services.
Your franchise match score
Fast Food
Brand super powers
Fourth generation chocolatiers
Strong leadership experience
Quality Ingredients
Housemade Proprietary Ice Cream
Community Engagement
Brand highlights
- CEODana Edwards Manatos
- Headquarters106 E. Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104
- Year founded2022
- Year started franchising2023
- IndustryFast Food
- Locations open14 (+6 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$510,492 - $772,548
- Franchise fee$60,000
- RoyaltyDuring your first year of operations, 6% of Adjusted Gross Sales generated by your Franchised Business over the preceding reporting period. During your second year of operations, the greater of: (i) 6% of Adjusted Gross Sales generated by your Franchised Business over the preceding reporting period; or (ii) $1,200 per month. During your third and each subsequent year of operations, the greater of: (i) 6% of Adjusted Gross Sales generated by your Franchised Business over the preceding reporting period; and (ii) $1,500/month (your "Royalty" or "Royalty Fee")
- Brand fundCurrently, 2% of Adjusted Gross Sales generated by your Franchised Business over the preceding reporting period (your "Fund Contribution")
- Required Liquid Capital$200,000
- Required Net Worth$800,000
Learn more about the Fast Food industry:
Fast food franchises are a staple of the food industry, offering quick and convenient dining options. This sector is highly competitive but offers significant potential for high-volume sales.
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2025-04-30
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Location data
| Total locations | 14 |
| Franchise locations | 4 |
| Corporate locations | 10 |
System growth over time
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