Yogurtland is a self-serve frozen-yogurt franchise offering premium flavors, toppings, customization and café environment, serving dessert lovers and families, and known for global reach, brand strength and franchisee-friendly model.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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194
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-3%
-3%
Franchise fee
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$40,000
Investment
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$232,000 - $637,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$855,000
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n.a.
n.a.
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Yogurtland is a self-serve frozen yogurt franchise founded in 2006 in Fullerton, California. The brand was created by Phillip Chang, who introduced the interactive model where customers serve themselves from a wide selection of flavors and toppings.
Yogurtland later moved its headquarters to Irvine, California. The company quickly expanded from a single location into a large international franchise network. The franchise began offering franchise opportunities in 2007.
Yogurtland sells premium frozen yogurt made with real ingredients, along with dairy-free, vegan, and plant-based dessert options. Guests can customize their cups with rotating flavors and an extensive topping bar. The menu is designed to appeal to a wide range of dietary preferences and consumer tastes.
Yogurtland differentiates itself through its commitment to clean ingredients and in-house flavor innovation. The brand develops unique recipes through its team of “Flavorologists,” allowing it to launch seasonal and limited-time flavors regularly. Its self-serve format gives customers full control over portion size and price, which has become a core part of the brand’s identity.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Yogurtland franchise is $232,000 - $637,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Yogurtland offers 2 types of franchises:
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Yogurtland Traditional Store
$292,370 to $636,940
Yogurtland Nontraditional Store
$231,500 to $402,700
We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Traditional Yogurtland Location.
For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$30,000 to $40,000
Training Fee per person for additional trainees
$0 to $2,000
Travel and Living Expenses While Training
$0 to $4,000
Travel and Living Expenses for Staff to Provide Onsite Opening Assistance
$0 to $3,000
Rent and Lease Deposit
$5,000 to $20,000
Leasehold Improvements
$120,000 to $240,000
Signs (indoor and outdoor) & exterior branding
$5,000 to $19,000
Franchisor-Supplied Décor and other Items
$1,000 to $4,000
Equipment and Fixtures
$90,000 to $221,500
POS System
$2,370 to $4,440
Opening Inventory
$4,000 to $9,000
Utility Deposits, Professional Fees, Business License
$1,000 to $5,000
Insurance
$1,000 to $3,000
Opening Advertising
$6,000
Architect, Permits
$10,000 to $20,000
Limited Construction Project Management Services Fee
$6,000 to $8,000
Attorney and other Professional Fees
$1,000 to $3,000
Additional Funds – First 3 months of operations
$10,000 to $25,000
Total
$292,370 to $636,940
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Yogurtland offers 2 types of franchises:
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Yogurtland Traditional Store
$292,370 to $636,940
Yogurtland Nontraditional Store
$231,500 to $402,700
We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Traditional Yogurtland Location.
For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$30,000 to $40,000
Training Fee per person for additional trainees
$0 to $2,000
Travel and Living Expenses While Training
$0 to $4,000
Travel and Living Expenses for Staff to Provide Onsite Opening Assistance
$0 to $3,000
Rent and Lease Deposit
$5,000 to $20,000
Leasehold Improvements
$120,000 to $240,000
Signs (indoor and outdoor) & exterior branding
$5,000 to $19,000
Franchisor-Supplied Décor and other Items
$1,000 to $4,000
Equipment and Fixtures
$90,000 to $221,500
POS System
$2,370 to $4,440
Opening Inventory
$4,000 to $9,000
Utility Deposits, Professional Fees, Business License
$1,000 to $5,000
Insurance
$1,000 to $3,000
Opening Advertising
$6,000
Architect, Permits
$10,000 to $20,000
Limited Construction Project Management Services Fee
$6,000 to $8,000
Attorney and other Professional Fees
$1,000 to $3,000
Additional Funds – First 3 months of operations
$10,000 to $25,000
Total
$292,370 to $636,940
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Yogurtland's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Yogurtland had 202 total units in 2025, of which 194 were franchised-owned and 8 company-owned.
Yogurtland Franchising, Inc. offers several training programs and support activities to its franchisees as part of the franchise relationship. Here is a numbered breakdown of the training initiatives provided by the franchisor:
Initial Training for Store Management Yogurtland provides initial training at no additional cost for up to two individuals responsible for store management. This training takes place at the franchisor's office, a company-owned or franchised location, or another designated site. If more than two individuals are trained, a fee (e.g., $2,000 for the third person) is charged.
Travel and Living Expenses for Trainees The franchisee is responsible for all transportation, lodging, meals, and wage expenses related to attending the initial training. These costs vary depending on travel distance and accommodation choices.
On-Site Opening Assistance Yogurtland sends staff to the franchisee's location to provide opening support for up to five days. While the service itself is not charged directly, the franchisee must cover travel and lodging expenses for Yogurtland staff during this period.
Territory Protection
Yogurtland Franchising, Inc. does not explicitly guarantee exclusive territory protection to its franchisees under the standard Franchise Agreement.
While the company assists franchisees in selecting a location and approves the designated area for store development, it retains discretion over site acceptance and does not restrict its right to establish additional outlets or distribute products through other channels within or near the franchisee’s area.
This means that even after a site is approved, other Yogurtland stores or franchises could potentially operate nearby, depending on corporate strategy and approvals.
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