Category: Growth



Emerging Concepts

Jeff’s Bagel Run Opens Second Charleston-Area Location

Jeff’s Bagel Run, the emerging bagel brand known for its scratch-made, boiled-and-baked bagels and fast-casual appeal, has opened its second Charleston-area location at 1400 Palm Blvd. in Isle of Palms. The new unit marks the brand’s 14th overall and continues its steady Southeast expansion. The shop opened today with a two-day soft opening event, offering […]

Hot Box Cookies Owner Acquires Cookie Co.

Fleetwood Snack LLC, the parent company affiliated with Saint Louis-based dessert brand Hot Box Cookies, announced the acquisition of Cookie Co., LLC, a rapidly growing cookie chain based in Redlands, California. The strategic transaction marks Fleetwood Snack’s second transaction of the year and a significant step in its ongoing national expansion strategy. “Hot Box Cookies […]

Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls Planning Growth in Europe

Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls is bringing its authentic New England-style lobster rolls to more locations across Europe. The fast casual lobster roll chain’s first two European locations are now open in Milan, Italy, and future locations are planned within Italy, as well as Switzerland, Spain and the United Kingdom. In total, 100 locations are expected […]

Plant-Based Concept Mr. Charlie’s Told Me So Signs 18-Unit Deal in Arizona

Mr. Charlie’s Told Me So (TMS), the globally inventive, plant-based fast food brand with a mission-driven ethos, announced its largest expansion deal to date—a multimillion-dollar development agreement to open 18 locations across Arizona in partnership with Exclusive Area Developer Patrick Lam. This move marks a major milestone in Mr. Charlie’s nationwide franchise rollout and introduces […]



Fast Casual

Dog Haus Signs Deal to Open Three Louisiana Locations

Dog Haus, the renowned burgers, brats and brews concept, is taking its one-of-a-kind dining experience into the Bayou State. Behind the expansion is the father-daughter team of Gregg Strasburger and Erin LeDoux, who are bringing a little extra Louisiana flavor with the help of Erin’s husband, Lake Charles native Matt LeDoux, whose Cajun culinary roots […]

Jan’s Health Bar Opens in San Diego

Jan’s Health Bar, the Southern California health-forward fast casual concept with a more than 50-year legacy, is bringing its fresh, simple, and nutritious menu to San Diego for the first time. The brand’s eighth location is slated to open the first week of June at One Paseo in Del Mar (3725 Paseo Place, Suite 1440), […]

Pizza Factory Opens in Lotus, California

Pizza Factory announced the opening of its newest California location in Lotus, situated along the historic California State Route 49 at 7310 CA-49.  The new restaurant officially opened on May 12 and serves as a destination for the Lotus community to enjoy the brand’s iconic hand-tossed pizzas and hometown hospitality. A lively stop for travelers headed […]





Franchising

Nick the Greek Opens 85th Location in Palo Alto, California

Nick the Greek, a West Coast-based chain serving up authentic Greek street food, has proudly opened its 85th location in Palo Alto, California, reinforcing its market dominance in the San Francisco Bay Area. The fast-growing brand’s newest restaurant in Palo Alto is locally owned and operated by multi-unit franchisees George Petrousas and Chris Parisis. With 85 […]

Port of Subs Signs 20-Unit Development Deal in Dallas-Fort Worth Market

Port of Subs, the celebrated 50-year legacy sandwich brand driving nationwide expansion, proudly announces its latest development deal. With 20 units expected to open across the Dallas-Fort Worth suburbs, this agreement is spearheaded by Texas-based entrepreneurs Robert and Nikki La Grace, a husband-and-wife team with deep ties to the region and a passion for community-building. Port […]

Wetzel’s Pretzels Opens in Syracuse’s Destiny USA Mall

Famous for its mouth-watering, freshly baked pretzels, Wetzel’s Pretzels (Wetzel’s) is opening a new bakery at one of Syracuse’s top shopping destinations, Destiny USA, bringing its signature twisty treats to Central New York. Located in one of New York State’s largest shopping center, renowned for its premier dining and retail offerings, the new Wetzel’s Pretzels will add even […]

Mountain Mike’s Opens in North Las Vegas

Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain for over 45 years, known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis, massive 20-inch Mountain-sized pizzas and dough made fresh daily, is now open in North Las Vegas, marking the brand’s third restaurant in Clark County and sixth in Nevada. Following two successful openings in Greater Las Vegas […]

Potbelly Franchisees Commit to 30 Shops across Georgia and Texas

Potbelly Corporation announced that two experienced multi-unit operators have signed on as the first partners to participate in the new Potbelly 50/50 Large Area Developer Incentive Program. The new franchise-focused program is designed to reward franchisees who successfully develop and open Potbelly shops on an accelerated timeline.  KTP PB, LLC has committed to developing and opening […]

Wayback Burgers Opens in Rincon, Georgia

Wayback Burgers, America’s favorite hometown burger joint and one of the nation’s fastest-growing burger franchises, today announced it has reached an agreement to open its newest restaurant, located at 608 Towne Park Loop in Rincon, GA. The new location will be Wayback Burgers’ eleventh in Georgia and is projected to open in Fall 2025, bringing […]


Marketing & Promotions

Hot Head Burritos Partners with Flarie to Launch New Mobile Game for ‘Cinco de Montho’

Hot Head Burritos is celebrating ‘Cinco de Montho’ with a fresh twist – a branded game created in partnership with global gamification leader Flarie. The interactive mobile game, Leroy’s Buddy Bounce, brings the brand’s popular mascot to life in a playful, digital experience that rewards fans for joining the fun. Now live at HotHeadBurritos.com/games-cinco, Leroy’s […]