Top Emerging Concepts News

Big Chicken is ushering in a new era of operational excellence with the appointment of Bobby Shaw as vice president of operations. A seasoned leader with more than four decades of experience in the restaurant franchising sector, Shaw will supercharge the brand’s growth, revolutionizing operations and teaming up with franchisees to deliver BIG results. With […]

Bun Mee, the gourmet Vietnamese sandwich eatery, has set the stage for unprecedented success in 2025 following the announcement of their national development plans. With strategic expansion plans and a commitment to innovation and quality, Bun Mee, recently profiled by Forbes, is quickly identifying itself as a frontrunner in the Asian and fast-casual spaces. In […]

Jeff’s Bagel Run, the celebrated bagel shop known for its handcrafted bagels, freshly whipped cream cheese, and craft coffees, is entering 2025 with major growth momentum. The brand has signed five new franchise agreements and announced two additional corporate locations, bringing its authentic bagels to more Florida communities and increasing its total store count to […]

BurritoBar, USA Inc. announced the opening of its latest franchise at 3921 Franklin Rd, Murfreesboro, TN. The opening in December 2024, marks the debut of Barrio Burrito Bar’s dynamic new branding and modern dining experience, offering guests a vibrant atmosphere paired with fresh, high-quality Tex-Mex cuisine. Originally introduced to the U.S. in 2020 as BURRITOBAR, […]

Smalls Sliders has inked another massive multi-unit development agreement detailing 12 Cans for the Las Vegas market, its first deal in Nevada.  Esteemed entrepreneurial group and existing Smalls Sliders franchisees, Rehman and Talha Ahmed, along with three of their business partners, will be dropping Cans across Las Vegas over the next few years. This milestone […]

Sammy’s Sliders – the fast-casual gourmet slider franchise founded by restaurateur Sam G. Ballas and award-winning chef Sammy Gianopoulos, is poised for a transformative year in 2025 following significant milestones achieved in 2024. After a successful opening of its second location in Kernersville, NC, and the planning for their third location, the brand has officially entered the franchising arena […]

Osmow’s, North America’s fastest-growing Shawarma chain known for its modern take on classic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, is hosting a grand opening celebration on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at its newest location at 3082 44th St SW in Grandville, Michigan. Coming to the beloved Bucktown Shopping Center alongside Target, Ulta, Cabela’s and more, the restaurant’s doors open at 11 […]

Daddy’s Chicken Shack, the rapidly growing fast-casual concept known for its innovative, quality-driven approach to chicken, announce its latest Regional Development Agreement in California. Zone 10 Partners LLC, a Southern California-based franchise group led by seasoned multi-brand operators Mohammed Haq, Aman Lehal, and Kam Dhillon, will oversee the development of at least 10 new Daddy’s […]

Konala, the nation’s first nutrition focused, healthy fast-food franchise, has unveiled groundbreaking financial performance metrics in its latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), marking a landmark year in 2024. The newly released Item 19 reveals: Total gross sales from May 2023 to April 2024 totaled $1,251,211, with an adjusted unit-level EBITDA of $256,823 and a 20.53 […]

The French Workshop, a popular bakery-cafe chain from New York inspired by the pastry shops and bakeries that line the streets of Paris, plans to expand into the Greater Philadelphia region for the first time. The French Workshop is seeking franchisees in suburban communities and towns surrounding the City of Brotherly Love who want to […]

Crimson Coward Nashville Hot Chicken opened its fifth location in Virginia in Springfield in the Old Keene Mill Shopping Center at 8424 Old Keene Mill Road. In addition to Virginia, the Los Angeles-based chicken joint has stores in Maryland, California, Michigan, Texas and Washington.  Nabil Asad, area representative partner for franchise expansion, is also the […]

Angry Chickz, the Nashville hot chicken franchise redefining spice and satisfaction, has wrapped another year of record-breaking achievements. From celebrating legendary grand openings to earning industry accolades, the California brand has firmly established itself as a powerhouse to watch in the fast-casual dining scene while looking toward more ambitious plans for the coming year.  The […]

Daddy’s Chicken Shack announced the grand opening of its newest location at 3501 N Lakeline Blvd Suite 110, Leander, TX. The celebration will take place December 19, 20, and 21, with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Leander Chamber of Commerce on December 19 at 11:00 AM. Daddy’s Chicken Shack offers a fresh take […]

District Taco has set the stage for a successful 2025 following a year of healthy growth. During 2024, the brand celebrated new restaurant openings, introduced popular menu items, invested in sustainability programs and earned various accolades, all while forging a deeper connection to its Yucatán roots. District Taco expanded its footprint with new locations in […]

Starbird, one of the nation’s first super-premium fast food concepts, announced its second-ever franchise development agreement, partnering with Mehta Investment Group to bring 17 new locations to Washington state. The expansion includes 15 locations in the Seattle area and two in Spokane, with plans to open the first locations in 2025. This announcement comes on […]

Crimson Coward Nashville Hot Chicken has opened two new locations in the District-Maryland-Virginia (DMV), adding Owings Mills, Maryland and Annandale, Virginia, to its five current stores here. The Los Angeles-based chicken joint has other stores in California, Michigan, Texas and Washington. The new Maryland store opened on November 21st – its third in the Free […]

NAYA is thrilled to bring its signature fast-casual Middle Eastern cuisine to Boston with the grand opening of its first location in the city. Established in 2008, NAYA has become a beloved name in Middle Eastern dining, with this Boston opening marking its 29th location across NY, CT, NJ, and PA. Known for its fresh, customizable […]

Chandi Hospitality Group, a successful North Bay franchise group and real estate developer, is set to make a major splash with the soft launch of Chicken Guy! restaurant in American Canyon, California, on Thursday, December 12. This exciting debut brings the wildly popular concept from internationally renowned restaurateur Robert Earl and Emmy Award-winning TV host […]