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Menchie's
Self-serve frozen yogurt
Capitalizing on the frozen yogurt trend, Menchie’s self-serve frozen yogurt stores offer customers a rotating menu of more than 100 frozen yogurt flavors and over 70 toppings to choose from. Customers walk around the stores’ unique circular service stations to “build their own” yogurt treats, then pay based on weight. Founded by husband-and-wife team Adam and Danna Caldwell, Menchie’s is focused on healthy eating; the stores’ product offerings include fruit sorbets, low-carb, and sugar-free yogurt options. Menchie’s emphasizes community involvement, and the stores are designed to appeal to families with young children; they sell toys and stickers and offer kid-friendly flavors like bubblegum.
Menchie's
16027 Ventura Boulevard
Encino, CA 91436
818-708-0316
Fast Facts
| Year established | 2007 |
| Franchising since | 2008 |
| Can be run from home? | No |
| Number of employees needed | 10 - 20 |
| Item 19 Financial Performance Representation? | Yes |
| Multiple units must be purchased in U.S. | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased outside U.S. | No |
| Absentee ownership allowed? | Yes |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises |
Non-U.S. Franchises |
Company-Owned Locations |
| 2011 | 87 | 2 | 4 |
| 2010 | 64 | 2 | 4 |
| 2009 | 32 | 0 | 3 |
Expanding in These Locations
United States, Worldwide
Costs
| Total Investment | $190,000 - $450,000 |
| Franchise Fee | $40,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 6% |
Financial Requirements
| Net Worth | $350,000 |
| Liquid Capital | $100,000 |
Franchisee Qualifications
Ethical individuals
Responsible
Good people skills
Financing
| Does franchisor offer financing? | No |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | Yes |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | No |
Financing Assistance
Franchisor has a partnership with Direct Connect Ventures
Menchie's
16027 Ventura Boulevard
Encino, CA 91436
818-708-0316
