As consumer demand for healthier, high-protein meals continues to soar, Protein Bar & Kitchen, the leading better-for-you, fast casual restaurant, is riding the momentum straight into the heart of Indianapolis. Jamie Little, a veteran motorsports reporter, and her husband, Cody Selman, a seasoned sales professional, aim to bring three locations to the Indy area. The first […]
AMMA Fresh Greek will debut on the East Coast this summer by introducing a new way to enjoy Greek cuisine. Centered around traditional dishes, Greek heritage, and community enriching values, the brand embodies the philosophy of “Better Food, Better You” as a testament to the nourishment provided in their guilt-free meals. AMMA Fresh Greek’s first […]
“Michelle is a fantastic addition to the Dillas family, and we are looking forward to seeing how her expertise will enhance our brand’s presence,” said Kyle Gordon, co-founder and CEO of Dillas. “Her background in field marketing and passion for creating strong community ties with guests makes her the perfect fit to lead our marketing […]
BurritoBar USA Inc., a leading fast-casual Mexican food franchise, is pleased to announce that it has awarded the Master Franchise rights for Long Island and Westchester County in the state of New York. These agreements will see the opening of 40 new franchised Barrio Burrito Bar restaurants, further solidifying the brand’s presence in the U.S. […]
After a record year of growth, Cilantro Taco Grill is set to open outside Chicagoland for the first time in April 2025, a significant milestone following the brand’s first franchise opening in November. The nation’s fastest-growing authentic Mexican fast-casual franchise secured six franchise agreements in 2024, bringing 110 units into development in its first full […]
The French Workshop, a renowned artisan bakery and café chain, has signed its first franchise agreement with hospitality veterans James Bonanno, Dave Johnson and Joe Walsh to open a new location in Suffolk County, New York. Already a beloved brand among Long Islanders, this marks a major milestone in The French Workshop’s expansion, with the […]
Tiki Taco, the fast-casual taco restaurant known for its fusion cuisine and rad vibes, is experiencing significant growth across the Kansas City metropolitan area through multiple expansion initiatives. Construction has officially begun at the brand’s new Olathe location, marking an important milestone in the company’s strategic expansion plans. Set to open in late Spring at […]
Pepper Lunch, a one-of-a-kind Japanese fast-casual concept with more than 500 locations across 17 countries, is pleased to announce its official expansion into Hawaii. NIKU LLC, led by local entrepreneurs Sean and Nari Uezu—who also operate the Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise in Hawaii—has signed three lease agreements to bring Pepper Lunch to the islands over the next year. The […]
Toastique, the vibrant gourmet toast, juice and coffee bar conceptualized in Washington D.C., has announced its latest opening in Laredo, Texas. Opening in spring 2025 at 1119 Fenwick Drive Suite 201, Toastique will offer gourmet toast creations, smoothie bowls, nutrient-rich cold-pressed juices, smoothies, espresso, coffee, and grab-and-go options. The new location is led by husband-and-wife duo […]
Toastique, the vibrant gourmet toast, juice, and coffee bar, is set to debut its first New York City location in Midtown on Saturday, April 5 at 8 AM. Located at 445 5th Avenue, Toastique’s community-focused Grand Opening event will reward the first 50 guests in line with $50 in Toastique rewards dollars and the next 50 […]
Doner Shack, the Berlin-inspired kebab franchise, is accelerating its US expansion with a brand-new three-pack franchise deal. The latest franchisee, Mr. Kainth, is gearing up to introduce the brand’s unique quick service dining experience to the lively streets of Las Vegas, a perfect complement to the city renowned for its energy, entertainment, and round-the-clock dining […]
On March 10, chef Mary Nguyen welcomes the first guests to the newest location of Olive & Finch within Denver Union Station. The latest opening marks the third of Nguyen’s “fine-casual” eateries, the first of which she launched in Uptown in 2013 after noticing a void for chef-driven, scratch made casual restaurants in the city. […]
Graze Craze, the world’s leading charcuterie franchise, is reporting 2024 as its most successful year yet where it saw a 33% increase in same-store sales and an 80% increase in systemwide sales, year-over-year. The brand achieved double-digit comp sales increases each month of 2024, closing out Q4 as its 14th consecutive quarter of positive growth. […]
Franchise FastLane, the #1 franchise acceleration and development company, has partnered with Sourdough & Co. to help the emerging franchise concept rise to the top of its segment. The announcement marks a milestone for Franchise FastLane as its first-ever fast-casual food partnership. With a mission to drive responsible franchise growth, Franchise FastLane rigorously evaluates all brands […]
Pepper Lunch, the Japanese-born experiential fast-casual concept unlike any other, with more than 530 locations in 17 countries, today announced the grand opening of its first location in the state of Florida. The restaurant will open March 7 in Pinellas Park at 4699 Park Blvd., near IHOP at the corner of Park Blvd. and 47th Street. Hours of operation are 11am until 10pm, seven […]
Smalls Sliders, the industry-disrupting cheeseburger slider brand rapidly growing across the nation, has inked a new development agreement with local multi-brand operators and husband-and-wife duo, Vamsi Mandava and Tanya Vadlapatla. This agreement will bring two of the brand’s iconic Cans to Columbia and Jefferson City, further expanding Smalls Sliders’ footprint in Missouri. With over 20 years of corporate […]
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is celebrating another year of remarkable growth in 2024 where it opened 19 new restaurants across the U.S. as well as its first international location in Canada and saw a 46 percent surge in systemwide sales year-over-year. The brand has more than doubled its footprint in just two years’ time […]
Biscuit Belly, the acclaimed brunch destination known for its made-from-scratch biscuits and Southern-inspired brunch, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Summerville, South Carolina. Located in the heart of downtown at the corner of West Richardson and Central Avenue, the restaurant officially opened its doors on Tuesday, February 4th. To […]
Noble Chicken, a bold, new fast-casual restaurant concept from the creators of Wings and Rings, is set to open its flagship traditional restaurant location in Cincinnati, Ohio, in March of 2025. The idea for Noble Chicken began in 2019 as an innovative entry into a local wing competition in Cincinnati (the “Queen City”). To avoid […]
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