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MilkShake Factory, a fourth-generation family business, was built on a legacy of quality. The journey began in 1914 when Charlie and Orania opened their first chocolate shop and soda fountain in Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood. More than a century from its early soda fountain days, the company was renamed “MilkShake Factory” and by 2016, had established itself as the go-to milkshake and chocolate destination in the region serving up a diverse range of products including limited-time flavors, dairy-free options and small batch chocolate barks. In 2023, MilkShake Factory partnered with Franworth, a premier franchisor for emerging brands, to expand its legacy beyond the Pittsburgh metro. In the first year of franchising, MilkShake Factory has already awarded 100 franchise units in over 15 states.