Emerging Concepts

Aloha Poke Announces 11-Store Expansion Plan in Houston-Metro Market

Aloha Poke Co. announced plans for 11 new locations in the Houston-metro market by 2025.

SAJJ Mediterranean Launches New 'SAJJ Kitchen' Concept

SAJJ Mediterranean has partnered with Local Kitchens, a pioneering digital food hall concept, to launch its first SAJJ Kitchen in Cupertino, California.

Dave’s Hot Chicken Signs 28-Store Deal

Dave’s Hot Chicken announced that it has inked a franchise agreement with Tyler Freeland, Todd Hollman and Matt Fortney to open 28 locations in Indiana and Ohio.

Pizza Factory Unveils New Express Model

Pizza Factory just released its renderings for Pizza Factory Express—a new quick-service format to support the brand’s thriving carryout and delivery business.

Colada Shop to Open Potomac Location

The team at Colada Shop is proud to announce the opening of its fourth reincarnation in Potomac, Maryland, this coming Friday, April 23.

Cousins Subs is Starting to Hit its Stride

The 100-store brand expects between 10 and 20 percent unit growth in the next few years.

Shake Shack Headed to Santa Monica on April 18

Shake Shack announced it will open its doors to its first Santa Monica location on Sunday, April 18 at 11am. The new shack will be located in the coveted, former Panera Bread space at 501 Wilshi

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes drive-thru rendering.

Convenience Drives MOOYAH Into the Post-Pandemic Future

The 87-unit brand plans to open its first drive-thru this year—far ahead of schedule.

la Madeleine French Bakery & Café to Open Express Prototype Locations in Partnership with Walmart

la Madeleine French Bakery & Café announced today that it will be sharing its joie de vivre (joy of living) with more North Texans through its innovative new Express prototype and p

Killer Burger Signs Lease for its Fifth Store in Portland

Killer Burger, the famed PDX-based rock ‘n roll burger hangout, announced today it has signed a lease for its fifth restaurant in Portland and its 10th corporate location overall at 1620 NW 23rd

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop Names Hilary Street Director of Operations

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop, the nation’s fastest-growing dumpling automat concept, announced the hiring of Hilary Street as its new Director of Operations for North America.

Pizza Factory Signs First Southeast Agreement to Expand in Georgia

Pizza Factory is bringing its iconic hometown pizzeria to Georgia. A West Coast legend with 100-plus locations, the brand is celebrating a milestone signed agreement for the first Southeast location.