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Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream

Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream

32 locations

The total investment to open a Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream franchise ranges from $37,000 - $244,400. The initial franchise fee is $36,250. Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream currently operates 32 locations (32 franchised). PeerSense FPI health score: 24/100.

Investment

$37,000 - $244,400

Franchise Fee

$36,250

Total Units

32

32 franchised

FPI Score
High
24

Proprietary PeerSense metric

Limited
Capital Partners
21lenders available

Active capital sources verified for Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream financing

SBA

7(a) Eligible

21d

Avg Funding

P+2.25%

Best Rate

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FPI Score Breakdown

Established (25-99 loans)

High Confidence
24out of 100
Limited

SBA Lending Performance

SBA Default Rate

15.4%

6 of 39 loans charged off

SBA Loans

39

Total Volume

$6.4M

Active Lenders

21

States

16

Top SBA Lenders for Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream

What is the Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream franchise?

The Haagendazs Ice Cream franchise represents an exceptional entry point into the premium dessert market, anchored by a globally recognized brand synonymous with uncompromising quality and an elevated culinary experience. Originating from its headquarters in San Francisco, CA, this iconic brand has cultivated a rich heritage built upon a commitment to using only the finest ingredients, crafting distinctive flavors that resonate deeply with discerning consumers. Within the expansive landscape of the foodservice industry, the Haagendazs Ice Cream franchise firmly occupies the specialized niche of "All Other Specialty Food Stores," a classification that profoundly underscores its unique position beyond conventional quick-service restaurants or generic dessert parlors. This designation reflects a dedicated focus on a curated product offering that emphasizes indulgence, sophistication, and a superior taste profile, differentiating it significantly from more broadly defined dessert concepts. The brand’s enduring appeal is rooted in its ability to consistently deliver a luxurious treat, transforming a simple scoop of ice cream into a memorable moment of pure enjoyment and sensory delight. For decades, Haagendazs has been celebrated for its remarkably dense, creamy texture and its unwavering dedication to avoiding artificial colors or flavors, a fundamental philosophy that continues to attract a fiercely loyal customer base seeking authenticity, purity, and unparalleled excellence in their frozen desserts. The inherent prestige associated with the Haagendazs name provides a powerful and immediate foundation for any prospective franchisee, offering instant brand recognition and a built-in consumer demand that very few other specialty food concepts can genuinely rival. The unique opportunity to operate a Haagendazs Ice Cream franchise means inheriting a legacy of meticulous culinary craftsmanship and a proven ability to consistently captivate consumer palates across diverse demographics and international markets, making it an

FPI Score

24/100

SBA Default Rate

15.4%

Active Lenders

21

Key Highlights

Data Insights

Key performance metrics for Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream based on SBA lending data

SBA Default Rate

15.4%

6 of 39 loans charged off

SBA Loan Volume

39 loans

Across 21 lenders

Lender Diversity

21 lenders

Avg 1.9 loans per lender

Investment Tier

Mid-range investment

$37,000 – $244,400 total

Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream — Deep SBA Data

Brand-specific metrics derived directly from SBA 7(a) approval records — peak lending year, leading state, average loan size, and lender concentration. PeerSense computes these per brand so capital advisors and prospective franchisees can benchmark this opportunity against the rest of the franchise universe.

Peak SBA Year

1996

6 approvals — best year on record for Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream.

Top SBA State

California

10 SBA-financed Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream locations — the densest operator footprint.

Average Loan Size

$163K

Median $127K — use as a sizing anchor when modeling your own $Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream unit.

Lender Concentration

41%

Concentrated

Share of Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream approvals captured by the top 3 SBA lenders.

Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream's SBA lending pipeline peaked in 1996 (6 approvals). Operator density is highest in California with 10 SBA-financed locations. Average funded ticket sits at $163K, with the median at $127K. Lender mix is concentrated: the top three SBA lenders account for 41% of approvals — credit decisions concentrate with a small group of incumbents.

Payment Estimator

Loan Amount$30K
Interest Rate9.5%
Term (Years)10 yr

Estimated Monthly Payment

$383

Principal & Interest only

Locations

Haagen-Dazs Ice Creamunit breakdown

Total Units
N/A
Franchisee Owned
System Owned
Closed

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