Ben's Soft Pretzels

$BSSPF500 #501
CategoryFood: Quick-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryBaked Goods: Pretzels
Founded2005
Completeness26/34 (76%)
Years in Business20
Began FranchisingJanuary 2013
HQGoshen, IN
Executives2
LinksWeb
Main Phone(574) 970-2188
FDD IssuedMay 13, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
FDDs2025 · 2023 · 2022 🔒
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Ben's Soft Pretzels Franchising Corporation grants franchises for the establishment and operation of Ben's Soft Pretzels stores offering soft pretzels, pretzel pockets, and other food items and soft drinks under the franchisor's System, recipes, specifications, and brand marks.

Ben’s Soft Pretzels Franchising Corporation is an Indiana corporation formed in 2012, wholly owned with no parent company. Key executives include Scott A. Jones (CEO) and Brian B. Krider (VP), both involved since inception.

Ben's Soft Pretzels Franchising Corporation grants franchises for the establishment and operation of Ben's Soft Pretzels stores offering soft pretzels, pretzel pockets, and other food items and soft drinks under the franchisor's System, recipes, specifications, and brand marks.

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