How many freezers are included in the equipment package for a Carvel Express Shoppe?
Carvel Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
t (like kitchen equipment) and machinery that complies with our Standards (and for a Co-Branded Shoppe, the standards of the Co-Branded Franchisor too). Your actual costs will vary depending on a number of factors including, without limitation, building codes and health requirements of the state where your Shoppe is located.
The amounts for Full Shoppes and Co-Branded Shoppes include two soft-serve machines and one freezer. The amounts for Express Shoppes and Hosted Express Sh
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 42–52)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Carvel's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the standard equipment package for an Express Shoppe includes one freezer. The equipment package also includes one soft-serve machine.
If a franchisee wants to purchase additional soft-serve machines, they can expect to pay between $13,610 and $31,313 each. Purchasing an additional soft-serve freezer will cost approximately $24,000. These costs should be factored into the initial investment if a franchisee anticipates needing more than the standard equipment.
It is important to note that the actual costs may vary based on factors such as building codes and health requirements in the Shoppe's location. Franchisees should confirm these costs with approved suppliers to get a more accurate estimate for their specific location.