MilkShake Factory - Franchise
Quick Summary
Elevated by fourth generation chocolatiers, the MilkShake Factory delivers handcrafted milkshakes and chocolates with a sophisticated yet simple operations. A destination with timeless handcrafted desserts and operational simplicity.
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MilkShake Factory
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2026
| Minimum Cash Required | $100,000 | |
| Training & Support | Yes |
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- Overview
MilkShake Factory - Franchise
A Rich History
MilkShake Factory begins in 1914 as a small soda fountain and chocolate shop in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood. Charlie and Orania immigrated from Greece and opened their first chocolate shop and soda fountain. At the time, a milkshake was a true treat for the whole family. Home refrigeration was a luxury few could afford, so to savor the taste of ice cream, let alone the thick chill of a handmade milkshake, was cause for an excursion to the soda fountain.
In the early 2000s, the fourth generation took over the family business and established a unique retail operation that created a community focused dessert destination. Today we are ready to invite like-minded entrepreneurs to use our playbook to make life sweeter for their local communities.
We Don't Cut Corners
The MilkShake Factory takes pride in every product we serve, and we never cut corners. From a young age, we were taught that everything starts with the right ingredients which means every aspect of MilkShake Factory has been refined from our customer experience to improved operational efficiencies, and the ingredients we use to balance flavors.
Be a Pillar of Your Community
Our stores are a gathering destination in the communities we serve. Being a successful MilkShake Factory franchisee means being a pillar of your community and enjoying the benefits of giving back.
Why MilkShake Factory?
Our family has been bringing inspiration to life with handcrafted chocolates and milkshakes since the turn of the century. Our love of chocolate has been handed down from generations of chocolatiers that came before us. Since 1914, we have crafted premium chocolates using our heritage recipes and techniques. We want to give other families and small business owners the ability to confidently bring the simple joys of life and magical moments to their own communities.
- Commitment to Quality - Century old family recipes, proprietary house-made ice cream, high quality ingredients blended with imagination
- Invest in a Timeless Business - Refined concept with strong economics that can successfully operate at scale
- Dedicated Team - Years of franchise experience to guide you through every step
- Certified Training Programs - Established certified shaker and chocolatier training programs
- A Sweeter Life - Bring the simple joys of life and magical moments to your community
Ideal Candidate
At MilkShake Factory, we’re looking for franchisees who are passionate about providing their communities with a sweeter life and are motivated by a genuine care for people. If this sounds like you, keep reading to see if you have what it takes to join our team.
- Take Ownership
You’ll be responsible for providing your customers with the highest quality desserts and a memorable experience. To succeed in this role, you’ll need to be passionate about creating a positive impact on your community and taking ownership of your business. - Business Mindset
Our franchisees are smart, driven, and understand what it takes to be successful in business. They’re able to identify opportunities and have a strategic mindset that allows them to make informed decisions that drive growth. - Financial Resources
We require that our franchisees have the financial resources to launch and support their business.
Ready to become a Milkshake Factory franchise business owner? Inquire today!
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