Pokeworks, the leading fast-casual poke brand, is bringing the heat with its all-new Hawaiian Hot Plates, a menu innovation inspired by Hawaii’s beloved plate lunch tradition. Available nationwide starting March 18, these hearty, flavor-packed dishes offer a warm and comforting alternative to the fresh, chilled poke bowls that Pokeworks is known for. Crafted with high-quality […]
Joella’s Hot Chicken, the fast casual restaurant known for its hot chicken and Southern sides, will celebrate hardworking teachers and nurses with a complimentary meal in honor of Teacher Appreciation and Nurse Appreciation Week. Teachers and nurses are invited to visit any Joella’s location from May 5–9 between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET to enjoy […]
Cousins Maine Lobster (CML), the industry-leading fast-casual lobster roll brand, has signed an agreement with seasoned entrepreneur Karan Singh to spearhead growth across Los Angeles, Ventura, and Santa Barbara markets. Singh will take over the Los Angeles territory beginning May 1, with a new truck launching in Ventura in August, and additional expansion planned throughout the region […]
Vitality Bowls, the leading health-focused café concept specializing in açaí bowls, smoothies, salads, wraps, grain bowls, and more made with antioxidant-rich superfoods, has announced the upcoming opening of its newest café in Hackensack on May 9. Led by local residents and entrepreneurs Amit and Tuhina Patel, the new café will offer the community a go-to […]
BURRITOBAR USA Inc., a leader in fast-casual Mexican cuisine, announced the opening of its newest Barrio Burrito Bar restaurant at 1510 North Ankeny Boulevard, Ankeny, Iowa. This marks the seventh U.S. location, with many more openings on the horizon which are scheduled to open over the next few months. The Ankeny restaurant is operated by […]
Potbelly Corporation, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, continues its expansion in Central Texas with a significant milestone in franchise development. Building upon their initial commitment, Jignesh Patel and Nitin Patel, have expanded their partnership with Potbelly under the newly introduced Potbelly 50/50 Large Area Developer Incentive Program. Originally slated to open six locations over six […]
Dave’s Hot Chicken, the fast-growing, Nashville-style hot chicken concept, will officially open its 300th location on Friday, May 2, and marking nearly eight years to the day since the brand’s humble beginnings as a parking lot pop-up in East Hollywood. The new restaurant, located at 353 NW Burnside Rd. in Gresham, just outside of Portland, […]
CityBird, a premium chicken tender spot focused on unmatched quality, is actively seeking franchisees to assist them in their growth efforts, offering a rare opportunity to join one of the most craveable brands in the fast-casual chicken segment. As consumer demand for chicken in the fast causal space continues to boom, with Q3 2024 visits […]
Clementine’s Ice Cream announces expansion into the Kansas City market and beyond as the brand celebrates its 10-year anniversary this May. The St. Louis-based microcreamery that specializes in small-batch ice cream crafted with all-natural dairy and premium ingredients marks a decade of extraordinary growth with plans for its first Kansas City location in Prairie Village, […]
In a move that continues its nationwide growth, Hot Head Burritos has inked a deal with RSRN Hospitality to open five restaurants across the Garden State. The agreement marks the brand’s official entry into the market, with locations planned for Middlesex, Somerset and Hudson counties. RSRN Hospitality is led by experienced restaurant and hospitality operators […]
Doner Shack is keeping the momentum going in the U.S.—this time with not one, but two major franchise deals in the works. The brand is officially making moves in Florida and scoring a second deal in Nevada, thanks to two new franchisees who’ve been awarded the rights to bring its bold, Berlin-inspired flavors to their […]
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, a name synonymous with delicious, home-style fried chicken for nearly 60 years, has launched its Mother’s Day Chicken Rescue initiative to help guests celebrate mom (even if they forgot to preplan)! According to Open Table, last-minute reservations on Mother’s Day are common, with over 35% of bookings made within two days […]
Smoothie Factory + Kitchen, a smoothie and kitchen QSR, is celebrating the grand opening of its newest co-branded Red Mango in Prosper, Texas. The opening event is on May 17 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at 1470 W. Frontier Parkway, Suite 102. In celebration of the opening, guests can expect day-of promotions, giveaways and activities for all to enjoy. The Smoothie Factory […]
This May, Portillo’s – the famed and fast-growing purveyor of unrivaled Chicago-style street food – is celebrating its most iconic sandwich, the Italian Beef, in a big way. In honor of Italian Beef Day (May 24), Portillo’s will give the holiday the star treatment with a month-long celebration featuring exclusive offers, citywide stunts, and much more […]
Giordano’s, the legendary Chicago-based pizzeria known for its iconic stuffed deep dish pizza, is officially coming to Washington, D.C. The world-famous restaurant has signed a lease for its very first D.C. location, with plans to open in 2026. Located at 600 14th St. NW, just a block and a half from the White House in […]
Continuing its commitment to food allergy safety and education, Vitality Bowls is partnering with the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT) for the seventh year in a row. Throughout Allergy Awareness Month this May, Vitality Bowls cafés nationwide will come together to support food allergy awareness and education in their communities. During the month […]
Playa Bowls, the nation’s leading superfruit bowl shop specializing in açaí bowls, smoothies, juices, cold brew, and more, has announced plans for continued expansion, targeting seven new locations in North Carolina’s Triad region. The announcement follows the tremendous success of the company’s rollout in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Mooresville, and Wilmington. As one of the fastest-growing brands in the […]
May opens with two popular events, May the 4th and Cinco de Mayo, both of which Pinkbox Doughnuts will celebrate with numerous tasty and adorable treats that customers love year after year. And new this May, the doughnut of the month will pay homage to the Kentucky Derby. For one-day only, Sunday, May 4, Pinkbox […]
Playa Bowls is bringing Pineappleland to your everyday style with the launch of its 2025 Spring/Summer apparel collection. Starting April 30, guests can snag six new pieces designed to bring the brand’s signature energy beyond the bowl. The limited-edition drop features the Summer Treasures Tee, Paradise Tee, Pineapple Fresh Tee, Shreddin’ Tank, Beachin’ It Hat, and Sunnydaze Long […]
Farmer Boys has refreshed the high-quality meals in its popular Farmstand Fresh & Affordable Menu, available for a limited time. Featuring seven crave-worthy box meals starting at just $9.99, the new menu offers Farmer Boys favorites at a value without compromising on quality or affordability. The new rotation of the Farmstand Menu features a Bacon […]
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