How many freezers are included in the equipment package for a Carvel Full 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 equipment package for a Full Shoppe includes one freezer. The equipment package also includes two soft-serve machines.
Prospective Carvel franchisees should note that they may purchase additional soft-serve machines, which currently cost between $13,610 and $31,313 each. They may also elect to purchase an additional soft-serve freezer, which currently costs approximately $24,000. These costs are in addition to the initial investment for the standard equipment package.
It is important for potential franchisees to consider these additional costs when planning their initial investment, as purchasing extra equipment can significantly increase the overall startup expenses. Franchisees should evaluate their anticipated business needs and sales projections to determine whether investing in additional soft-serve machines or freezers is a worthwhile investment for their Carvel location.