Back in 1950, an American tradition was born. Two men, Leo Moranz, an inventor and Harry Axene, an entrepreneur came together to create what would later become one of Americas favorite franchise establishments for high quality fast food and delicious soft serve products. The two men formed a partnership to market a revolutionary new soft serve pump and freezer which far exceeded the technology of any existing equipment, allowing for quicker service and higher quality product. Within five years after the first freezer was sold, walk up stands bearing the Tastee Freez name opened across the country to sell sundaes and cones to an eager public. Moranz and Axene allowed stands to use the Tastee Freez name in exchange for rent paid on the soft serve pump needed to operate each freezer.

Since franchising first gained popularity in the early 1950s, the food service industry has seen many chains come and go. Tastee Freez has weathered the storms of an unstable economy and strived to meet the ever changing needs of its franchisees and their customers. Today, Tastee Freez is one of the longest lived franchise operations in the United States. Tastee Freez, a favorite for soft serve treats has increased its menu offerings over the years to include a wide range of options. Some traditional seasonal walk up stands still exist in regions of the United States. However, the majority of Tastee Freez stores have evolved to become complete fast food operations. Typical locations offer a variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner items in addition to homemade gourmet ice cream and the famous soft serve treats. Today, Tastee Freez is a part of Galardi Group Franchise and Leasing, a California based franchisor. Tastee Freez is ready to grow an exciting and energetic concept. Tastee Freez still offers the traditional great tasting treats and grilled items that made us famous with state of the art equipment and new brand imaging.

Now is the time to join the Tastee Freez family, For a soft serve and full food menu concept the initial 20 year franchise fee is USD20,000. The franchise service fee is 5 per cent of net sales and the minimum advertising commitment is 3 per cent for local advertising and 1per cent of sales to the National Advertising Fund. For a dessert only concept, the initial 20 year franchisee fee is USD10,000. All other fees remain the same. The franchisee, or a designated General Manager, must complete a training program. Additional and ongoing training and support are provided as well. Franchisees may choose from two building designs with land size requirements from approximately 15,000 square feet to 25,000 square feet.