Smoothie King Looks to Triple Las Vegas Footprint
Smoothie King announced the signing of development agreements that will bring seven new locations to Las Vegas. The expansion more than triples Smoothie King’s footprint in the market and is part of the larger growth path that the smoothie brand announced earlier this year, forecasting 100 new store openings in 2024. Smoothie King currently has […]
Shaq’s Big Chicken Signs Six-Unit Deal to Grow in Texas and Louisiana
Big Chicken, the star-powered fast-casual chicken concept founded by legendary Hall of Famer and celebrated entrepreneur Shaquille O’Neal, announced today that it has signed a six-unit development agreement with experienced restaurant operator, Jason Ratlif. This industry veteran is set to be a foundational part of the ongoing economic transformation happening from Tyler and Upper East […]
Slim Chickens Headed to Owensboro, Kentucky
Slim Chickens announced its new restaurant opening at 3724 Frederica St, 42303 in Owensboro, Kentucky. Seasoned multi-unit operating group Houchens Food Group is spearheading the opening. This is the group’s sixth Kentucky location and their 11th Slims restaurant opening overall. The better-chicken brand has opened more than 260 locations across the United States and the United Kingdom. […]
Pizza Factory Opens in Jerome, Idaho
Pizza Factory, a West Coast pizza icon that is growing its popular reach across Idaho, announces the opening of its newest restaurant in Jerome. Conveniently situated at 3230 S Lincoln Ave, the new restaurant is owned and operated by Tracey and Julie Emery and will open on March 27. Julie brings 33 years of food […]
Chicken Salad Chick to Open in Greenville, North Carolina
Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced its 14th North Carolina restaurant opening in Greenville at 112 Redbanks Road. Featuring a convenient drive-thru, Chicken Salad Chick of Greenville is owned by the same experienced team who brought the beloved brand to Fayetteville in 2022 and is opening another location in Jacksonville […]
Graze Craze Breaks Records in 2023
Graze Craze, the world’s leading charcuterie franchise, is celebrating 2023 as a record-breaking year of growth where it nearly doubled its brand footprint, opening 35 new locations throughout the year. The brand made entry into new U.S. states including Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Illinois, Missouri, Ohio, Nevada, and New Mexico, as well as launched international operations […]
The Habit Burger Grill Opens New Store in Las Vegas
The Habit Burger Grill, the California-based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, signature sandwiches, fresh salads, and more, announces their new drive-thru grand opening in Las Vegas, its ninth restaurant in Nevada. The restaurant and drive-thru are located at 8640 W. Sunset Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89148. Their famous […]
The Human Bean Opens in Georgetown
Baristas at The Human Bean will begin pouring coffee and other specialty beverages at 3117 Williams Drive in Georgetown beginning Thursday, March 28th. Customers are invited to come get a first taste of the drive-thru’s offerings, including specialty-grade coffee, real-fruit smoothies, whole-leaf teas, and hot breakfast items to-go. Local owners of the new Human Bean location, […]
Slim Chickens Expanding to Paragould, Arkansas
Slim Chickens announced its new restaurant opening in Paragould, Arkansas, located at 1310 W Kingshighway, 72450. Spearheaded by dedicated multi-unit operator, DHR Group, this is the group’s second Arkansas location and sixth Slims restaurant opening overall. The better-chicken brand has opened more than 260 locations across the United States, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. The […]
Music Icon Usher Becomes Dave’s Hot Chicken Franchisee
Dave’s Hot Chicken, the wildly popular Nashville-style hot chicken sensation that started out seven years ago in an East Hollywood parking lot pop-up, announced that Entertainment Icon USHER is investing in restaurants across Atlanta in the coming years. USHER will be partnering with Lawrence Kourie and Andrew Feghali, whose company is the longest-tenured Dave’s Hot […]
Randy’s Donuts Opens New Store in North Hollywood
Randy’s Donuts is ready to sprinkle joy in North Hollywood with its newest store on March 27, 2024. The beloved Southern California institution renowned for its mouthwatering donuts is opening a second location in the San Fernando Valley at 4805 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA, 91602. The classic donut shop based in Inglewood will celebrate its Grand […]
Rita’s Announces 5-Unit Franchise Deal in Austin
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, a beloved brand known for its delicious Italian Ice and Frozen Custard treats, announced a multi-unit deal to bring five franchise locations to Austin, TX, with the first slated to open later in 2024. The latest Texas expansion is being driven by young, local entrepreneur Salvator Raccuglia. Raccuglia, is originally […]
Vicious Biscuit Inks 10-Unit Deal in Florida
Vicious Biscuit, the hottest fast-casual biscuit experience in the Southeast, is set to redefine the breakfast scene in Florida as it unleashes the next phase of its national franchise expansion strategy. The brand proudly announces its partnership with Matt Strickland and his team, who have signed a landmark 10-unit franchise development agreement. This marks the largest […]
Zunzi’s First Franchisee is a Category Legend
Zunzi’s, a fast casual concept beloved in Savannah and Atlanta for its award-winning sandwiches, announced the rollout of its first franchise locations in 2024, transitioning its brick-and-mortar locations to focus on the beach-themed bar concept Zunzibar as a full-service restaurant. The three locations will be a joint venture between Zunzi’s and former Five Guys Burgers […]
Slim Chickens Looks to Add 25 Locations in Virginia
Slim Chickens announced it has inked a deal with established multi-unit operator, Mid-Atlantic Restaurant Group, who will bring at least 25 locations throughout Virginia. The better-chicken brand has opened more than 260 locations across the United States and the United Kingdom. With more than 1,200 locations in development, the brand’s momentum shows no signs of […]
Smalls Sliders Signs Multi-Unit Deal in Oklahoma
Smalls Sliders, the industry-disrupting cheeseburger slider brand, has announced its latest multi-unit agreement with esteemed franchise group Slide Thru. The six-Can agreement marks another milestone, as it will bring the first Smalls Sliders location to Oklahoma. Slide Thru, spearheaded by entrepreneur Kyle Abrusley, brings an extensive business development and sales background to this venture. Skilled […]
The Human Bean Opens in Columbus, Georgia
Baristas at The Human Bean will begin pouring coffee and other specialty beverages at 7805 Veterans Parkway beginning the summer of 2024. Customers are invited to come get a first taste of the drive-thru’s offerings, including specialty-grade coffee, real-fruit smoothies, whole-leaf teas, and hot breakfast items to-go. Local owners of the new Human Bean location, Thomas […]
Bubbakoo’s Burritos Opens Store in Owings Mills, Maryland
Bubbakoo’s Burritos, the award-winning Mexican-fusion concept, announced its new location set to open in Owings Mills on March 21. Situated at 11054 Red Run Blvd, directly off Interstate 795, the new location will be very convenient for burrito lovers to stop in for some great food and excellent service. The Owings Mills restaurant is owned […]
The Human Bean Opens in Springville, Utah
Baristas at The Human Bean will begin pouring coffee and other specialty beverages at 1075 N Main St. Beginning Thursday, March 21, 2024. Customers are invited to come get a first taste of the drive-thru’s offerings, including specialty-grade coffee, real-fruit smoothies, whole-leaf teas, and hot breakfast items to-go. Local owners of the new The Human […]