Pinkberry Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Frozen yogurt shop franchise known for its tart and tangy frozen yogurt flavors, offering a range of toppings to create a personalized frozen treat.

Pinkberry, a pioneer in the frozen yogurt market, started its journey in Los Angeles, CA, in 2005, quickly emerging as a hallmark of the frozen yogurt revival.

Now based in Scottsdale, AZ, and operating under the parent company Kahala Brands™, Pinkberry began franchising in 2006, drawing in entrepreneurs and investors with its robust brand identity and dedication to quality.

What sets Pinkberry apart from its competitors is its emphasis on using fresh, premium ingredients and a distinctive store design that provides a modern and welcoming environment.

The brand is committed to offering a unique product range, featuring its iconic tart frozen yogurt and a wide array of toppings, enabling customers to create a customized experience.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee$14,000 – $35,000
Lease Review Fee$0 – $2,500
Architect, engineer and other design professionals$10,000 – $21,000
Expenses While Training$3,000 – $7,500
Acquisition of Real Estate / Deposits and Initial Rent$9,340 – $23,350
Construction$82,000 – $215,000
Furnishings$11,000 – $28,000
Equipment$92,000 – $235,000
Inventory$10,000 – $15,000
Utility Deposits and Fees$0 – $3,000
Business License$300 – $600
Insurance$2,000 – $3,000
PCI Compliance Costs$150 – $1,300
Catering/Delivery Service$0 – $7,500
Information Systems$3,000 – $5,000
Telephone$150 – $300
Signage$8,000 – $17,000
Legal and Accounting$2,500 – $5,000
Additional Funds - 3 months$25,000 – $25,000
Grand Opening Marketing$10,000 – $10,000
Depository Account$3,000 – $3,000
TOTAL$285,440 – $663,050
Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee$14,000 – $35,000
Lease Review Fee$0 – $2,500
Architect, engineer and other design professionals$10,000 – $21,000
Expenses While Training$3,000 – $7,500
Acquisition of Real Estate / Deposits and Initial Rent$9,340 – $23,350
Construction$82,000 – $215,000
Furnishings$11,000 – $28,000
Equipment$92,000 – $235,000
Inventory$10,000 – $15,000
Utility Deposits and Fees$0 – $3,000
Business License$300 – $600
Insurance$2,000 – $3,000
PCI Compliance Costs$150 – $1,300
Catering/Delivery Service$0 – $7,500
Information Systems$3,000 – $5,000
Telephone$150 – $300
Signage$8,000 – $17,000
Legal and Accounting$2,500 – $5,000
Additional Funds - 3 months$25,000 – $25,000
Grand Opening Marketing$10,000 – $10,000
Depository Account$3,000 – $3,000
TOTAL$285,440 – $663,050

Franchise Disclosure Document

Competitors

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Training 

The franchisor offers a comprehensive training program that includes the following key elements:

Training Program Structure: The program is designed for up to two participants, ideally including one owner and one manager. It comprises "In-Store Training" lasting approximately 80 hours and "New Owner Training" lasting around 40 hours, totaling 120 hours of training.

Training Delivery and Locations: The New Owner Training can be delivered online or in person at the franchisor's discretion. If conducted in person, it takes place at the franchisor's training and education center in Scottsdale, Arizona, or another designated site. In-Store Training is conducted at a training store in Arizona or another specified location.

Expense Responsibility: Trainees are responsible for covering all transportation, food, lodging, and other personal expenses incurred during the training program.

Ongoing and Additional Training: Franchisees and their managers may be required to attend additional training sessions on topics such as sales, marketing, personnel training, and advertising. These mandatory sessions may involve a nominal registration fee and are held in the Phoenix, Arizona area, or other locations in the United States as chosen by the franchisor.

Territory Protection

Pinkberry does not grant exclusive territories to its franchisees. Each franchise is approved for a specific location by the franchisor, and franchisees may encounter competition from other franchisees, company-owned stores, or other distribution channels managed by the franchisor.

The franchise agreement does not provide rights for the franchisee to obtain additional franchises. Additionally, the franchisor reserves the unrestricted right to establish other franchised or company-owned locations.

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