About Shipley Do-Nuts

Since 1936, Shipley Do-Nuts has been a beloved name in communities across the South, famous for serving made-fresh-daily donuts, savory kolaches, and premium coffee that bring customers back day after day. What started as a single Houston shop has grown into more than 380 locations, built on nearly 90 years of quality, consistency, and neighborhood hospitality. Shipley’s broad menu—with 60+ varieties of donuts, signature kolaches, and beverages—drives traffic all day long, appealing to families, commuters, and loyal fans who have made Shipley part of their daily routine.

For franchisees, Shipley offers a powerful combination of brand heritage and modern growth opportunity. With operational simplicity, a flexible footprint, and strong corporate support, the model is built to scale. Unlike competitors, Shipley’s unique mix of sweet, savory, and beverage options creates demand beyond the morning daypart, while the brand’s expansion potential offers white space for growth in both established and emerging markets. Shipley Do-Nuts represents more than a proven business—it’s a chance to be part of a tradition of excellence while building a future in one of the fastest-growing segments of the QSR industry.

Why Shipley Do-Nuts?

For nearly 90 years, Shipley Do-Nuts has built a loyal following by delivering fresh, high-quality products and a welcoming experience that keeps customers coming back. With more than 380 locations and growing, our franchise model offers a proven path to success, backed by nearly a century of operational excellence. Shipley’s unique menu of 60+ donut varieties, savory kolaches, and premium coffee sets us apart from competitors by driving traffic across multiple dayparts—not just the morning rush.

• $1.2M AUV for top 50% of shops
• 20% EBITDA (company shops)
• 18 consecutive quarters of same-store-sales growth
• Flexible real estate formats: 1400-1800 sq ft. endcaps, in-line or freestanding options
• Hands-on support from signing to shop opening with dedicated New Store Opening, Real Estate, Construction, and Training teams
• 6-Week training program with Donut University and 10 days of on-site training for your 1st opening