Category: Growth



Emerging Concepts

Slim Chickens Opens in Goodyear, Arizona

Slim Chickens announced the opening of its location in Goodyear, AZ, at 14765 W McDowell Rd. The new location marks the fifth Slim Chickens opening for AZ Slims Restaurants, LLC, a dedicated multi-unit operator group with plans to open over 30 restaurants across Arizona. The better-chicken brand has opened over 300 locations across the United […]

Barrio Burrito Bar Announces Opening in Poinciana, Florida

Barrio Burrito Bar, one of North America’s fastest-growing fast-casual Mexican restaurant brands, announced the grand opening of its newest U.S. location at 4738 Marigold Ave in Poinciana, Florida. This marks the brand’s ninth location in the United States, underscoring its continued momentum following a bold rebrand and nationwide expansion. The Poinciana restaurant is owned and […]

Fresh Kitchen to Open New Flagship in Early 2026

Fresh Kitchen, where healthy food is fast, flavorful and customizable, is writing the next chapter of its story with a brand-new flagship location set to open in early 2026. The new restaurant is taking over the former Ducky’s Sports Lounge space at 1719 W. Kennedy Blvd. and will be the largest Fresh Kitchen yet, doubling […]

Birdcall to Offer $1 Chicken Sandwich for National Fried Chicken Day

Birdcall – the beloved Denver-based craft chicken chain that specializes in all-natural chicken, award-winning sandwiches, and more – is excited to join the nation in celebrating National Fried Chicken Day on Sunday, July 6 by offering its iconic Original Chicken Sandwich for just $1. The mouthwatering sandwich features Birdcall’s signature all‑natural, award-winning, buttermilk‑marinated crispy chicken, perfectly […]



Fast Casual

Port of Subs Inks 20-Unit Deal in Eastern Virginia

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 Hampton Roads/Tidewater Area of Virginia, this agreement is spearheaded by local entrepreneur Dan Hudson. Hudson brings a unique blend of military leadership, operational strategy, and lifelong brand loyalty to the […]

Greg Willman to Retire as CEO of Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill

Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill announced that CEO Greg Willman has notified the board of his intent to retire from his executive role at Naf Naf Grill. Willman joined Naf Naf in 2019 as the brand’s first franchisee, bringing the fast-casual Middle Eastern concept to Indianapolis and Carmel, Indiana, where Mr. Willman resides. He was […]





Franchising

Checkers & Rally’s Announces New Ownership at its Huntsville and Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Locations

Checkers & Rally’s, the iconic double drive-thru brand known for its legendary taste, undeniable value, and game-changing innovation, has announced new ownership for its restaurants in Huntsville and Tuscaloosa. The stores are now owned and operated by seasoned franchise owner, Sedrick Turner, President of Global Midsouth Corporation. After the previous owner stepped away from the […]

Krystal Opens in Walterboro, South Carolina

Krystal, the original home of the slider in the South, is opening its newest restaurant at 1222 Bells Highway in Walterboro on Monday, July 14, bringing its iconic square burgers and craveable comfort food to the Lowcountry. To celebrate, the location will offer $1 Krystals in-store only, that Monday through Thursday, culminating in a family-friendly grand opening […]

Beyond Juicery + Eatery Signs Lease for Another Naples, Florida, Location

Beyond Juicery + Eatery, the Michigan-based health-focused, fast-casual restaurant concept, is expanding its presence in the Sunshine State. Local entrepreneur Steve LaFontaine, has signed a lease for the brand’s second Naples location at 853 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, marking continued growth for the concept in Southwest Florida.  With a background in economics and more than three decades […]

HTeaO Opens First Colorado Location

HTeaO, the nation’s leading iced tea franchise, announces the grand opening of its first-ever Colorado location on Saturday, July 12. Located at 1245 E Eisenhower Blvd, Loveland, CO 80537, the new store is owned and operated by husband-wife duo, Nobby and Mandy Grona. HTeaO offers a range of ultra-premium tea, water, and coffee products and caters to […]

We Sell Restaurants Announces Memorandum of Understand with FSC Franchise Co.

We Sell Restaurants, the nation’s leading and only business broker franchise focused on restaurants, is announcing its Memorandum of Understand (MOU) with FSC Franchise Co. Through this, We Sell Restaurants has formalized a partnership as the preferred resource for franchise resale services. Taking this proactive approach to succession planning and ownership transitions will support the […]


Marketing & Promotions

Biscuitville Releases New Better Bacon Menu

Biscuitville Fresh Southern is featuring its Better Bacon as a return to the basics, celebrating a classic favorite at the heart of every great breakfast. “At Biscuitville, we believe our guests deserve better bacon—thick-cut, slow-smoked, griddle-cooked to perfection, and served in generous portions,” said Jim McCurley, Chief Restaurant Excellence Officer at Biscuitville. “It’s never microwaved—because […]