Donut Franchises in the Philippines: Investor’s Guide

Donuts aren’t just food, they’re part of Filipino culture. Whether it’s grabbing a pasalubong box, lining up for a dozen fresh glazed, or snacking on Choco Butternut while stuck in traffic, donuts are a small indulgence people happily spend on. That makes franchising a donut shop a sweet investment move.

Here’s a breakdown of the top active donut franchises in the Philippines today with updated costs, product highlights, and even what real people are saying online.

Mister Donut

Mister Donut has been a staple pasalubong brand for decades. Its strength lies in affordability, convenience kiosks, and wide flavor variety. Recently, it’s been making waves by introducing Japan-inspired treats.

Popular products

  • Pon de Ring mochi donuts, a chewy Japanese-style variant that’s been a hit in new branches like One Ayala and SM Megamall
  • Classic favorites like Bavarian-filled donuts and chocolate-glazed rings
  • Seasonal and limited editions announced via their Facebook page

Franchise Snapshot

What people say online

“Mister Donut never gets any love. The classic king for 35 pesos is good. It’s like a bigger version of Krispy Kreme original.” – Reddit

Happy Haus Donuts

Happy Haus is the budget warrior in the donut space. Their kiosks thrive in smaller neighborhoods where big brands don’t bother setting up, giving entrepreneurs low-cost access to a steady snacking market.

Popular products

  • Tsok Butternut, their own twist on the iconic butternut flavor
  • Strawberry Overload, Tsoko Supremo, Black Forest, Tsoko-Vanilla Flower
  • Affordable ring and cake donuts with consistent taste

Franchise Snapshot

What people say online

“Top tier… if you factor in the PRICE… Cheap yet delectable. Affordable heaven.” – Facebook comment
“Consistent kasi sa Happy Haus… Mas prefer ko Bavarian nila kasi napaka-soft.” – Reddit

Krispy Kreme

Think premium, mall-based, and Instagram-worthy. Krispy Kreme has the strongest global recognition, but it requires big capital. In the Philippines, it’s run by The Real American Doughnut Co. (TRADI) under Max’s Group.

Popular products

  • Original Glazed, their undisputed best-seller
  • Assorted Dozens featuring filled donuts, chocolate variations, and seasonal specials

Franchise Snapshot

What people say online

“Mas makakatipid ang KK… magfocus na lang sila sa OG Glazed… masterpiece na.” – Reddit
“KK dahil sa original glazed, lalo na pag bagong luto.” – Reddit

Dunkin’

Dunkin’ has built its empire on being “ang pasalubong ng bayan.” Affordable, nostalgic, and everywhere, it balances mass-market appeal with franchise accessibility. If there’s one brand nearly every Pinoy has tried, it’s this.

Popular products

  • Choco Butternut, Bavarian, and Boston Kreme are fan favorites
  • Munchkins, especially Butternut, loved by kids and adults alike

Franchise Snapshot

  • Franchise fee and investment: Starts at ~₱200,000 for kiosks, larger packages scale upward
  • Models offered: Take-out booths, dealership models, and area franchises
  • Where to ask: www.dunkin.ph | Golden Donuts, Inc. (exclusive PH franchise holder)

What people say online

“Butternut is the best Dunkin donut. Choco butternut could never.” – Reddit
“Choco butternut and boston cream.” – Reddit

Final Bites of Advice

Check the fine print. Franchise fees are just the start. Add in royalties, advertising costs, and supply chain requirements.

Scout your location. A kiosk near an MRT exit can outperform a pricey mall lease.

Learn from the crowd. Customer loyalty online can tell you a lot, people do get passionate about their favorite donut flavors.

Franchising a donut shop isn’t just about selling sweets. It’s about finding the right balance of cost, location, and brand power.

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26 Comments

  1. Joseph ramirez says:

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  2. Joseph ramirez says:

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  3. Armina Picones says:

    I am interested in franchising just Dunkin donut cart franchise please..Location P.O. Mamburao,Occidental Mindoro ..Wala pa po dong Dunkin donut ..please send me details ng how much ang total expenses .Meron n po kaming sariling puwrsto Thank you very much..

  4. Abner Robert Balolong says:

    Hi, I am interested to franchise Dunkin Donuts. Please give me your complete information on how to franchise? Thanks

    1. Hi please check the facebook page the north factory.

  5. Interested in franchising Dunkin Donuts

  6. Sheryl Nepomuceno says:

    We are interested just for a cart, here in cavite area

    1. Michelle Yuson says:

      Hi I’m interested in your dealership franchise amounting to 200 thousand. Who can I contact? I’m from Cotabato City

  7. Caryl R. Paco says:

    Good day! We would like or interested in franchising jco donut here in butuan city. The SM here will be open soon.and

  8. Luisito Villanueva says:

    Interested in franchising dunkin donut in dasmarinss cavite. Pls send details

  9. Marycel D. Macario says:

    I would like to inquire franchising details for dunkin donuts..thank you

    1. Hi mam please check the north factory in facebook page! Donuts taste laike jco in very affordable price.

  10. Leah Mangosing says:

    May i know the lowest franchise for dunkin donuts.im interested with it coz we have mr.donuts here at our place

  11. Leah Mangosing says:

    Im interested to know more about dunkin donut..a have rented a stall in our town and i thinks donuts is good for thee location.may stall is at the market place.so please me if theres franchise lower than u posted.like mr.donut they can give 50k for a cart but mr donut is already in our town.

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  13. Jomelyn D. Shaikh says:

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  14. CARLOS HALILI IRUM says:

    I am interested in franchising just Dunkin donut cart franchise please..Location po bacoor cavite ..please send me details ng how much ang total expenses .Meron n po kaming sariling puwrsto Thank you very much..

  15. CARLOS HALILI IRUM says:

    I am interested in franchising just Dunkin donut cart franchise,Location po bacoor cavite please send me details ng how much ang total expenses .Meron n po kaming sariling puwrsto Thank you very much..

  16. Laura Sto domingo says:

    Interesado po ako sa Dunkin donuts mag franchise please give me an update on how to..

  17. I am interested in the Dunkin donuts or JCO Donuts as a cart or kiosk type of franchise in the UK. Please send me all the information required to open the franchise. Thanks

  18. irene duruin says:

    interested for this kind of business franchise please give me an update on how.

  19. I am interested in franchising just Dunkin donut cart franchise please..