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Papa Murphy’s Announces Franchise Incentive Program

Papa Murphy’s Holdings, Inc. announced a new Growth Market Development Incentive focused on attracting and partnering with experienced, development-oriented operators that align with the growing brand’s values and culture. Qualified franchisees signing area development agreements in select, larger markets through 2017 may be eligible for more than $75,000 per store in financial incentives including: Zero […]

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Opening Fifth Austin Location

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop will open on January 30 in Bastrop, Texas, debuting its fifth location in the greater Austin metropolitan area. The 4,750 square-foot fast-casual restaurant is instilled with the promise to focus its full attention on promptly and efficiently providing guests with generous helpings of uniquely flavorful foods at a fair price, in a […]

Capriotti’s Appoints Franchise Industry Vet CDO

On the heels of a pivotal investment set to accelerate franchise growth, Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, known for its award-winning, hand-crafted sandwiches, has named franchise industry veteran David Bloom as the company’s Chief Development Officer. “David’s emphasis on growing brands domestically and internationally in the franchise and restaurant space is why we’re so excited to have […]

BRYN+DANE’s Sets Sights on 100-Unit Expansion

An innovative environment, serving healthy and delicious meals of the finest basic ingredients in customer driven creative combinations, have combined to make BRYN+DANE’s one of the most talked about new food concepts in America. Today the company is announcing a 100-store expansion plan with Kitchen Fund and Fransmart—one of the most successful franchise expansion teams […]

Zoup! Set to Make New Jersey Debut

Zoup! is opening in The Shoppes at Flemington in New Jersey this spring. Franchisee Mark Barbour is an experienced local businessman who plans on opening three Zoup! locations in the state over the next five years, and even more after that. Barbour brings a unique background to his latest business venture, from his 34 years […]

NYC’s Mamoun’s Falafel Headed to Texas

Mamoun’s Falafel, the iconic 40-year-old New York City Middle Eastern restaurant, announced it will be opening a franchise location in Dallas this year. This is the concept’s first in the state of Texas. Real estate options are currently being explored in the Dallas area. Mamoun’s Falafel is the oldest falafel restaurant in New York, having […]

Slapfish Expanding into San Diego

The Instagram-worthy Lobster Rolls and Chowder Fries from Slapfish will soon be available in San Diego, as the premium fast casual seafood concept has finalized a franchise agreement to build five locations in the area with the first slated to open later this year. Slapfish founder and celebrity chef, Andrew Gruel, grew the wildly successful […]

Mr. Gatti’s Pizza Expanding in Fort Worth

The wait is over for Fort Worth pizza lovers as the iconic Mr. Gatti’s Pizza will open its newest restaurant Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Fort Worth’s Museum Place. Hours will be 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. “We are very excited about introducing […]

McAlister’s Deli Expanding in Dallas-Fort Worth

The Saxton Group, the largest McAlister’s Deli franchisee, continues their DFW Expansion with three new locations set to open in the first half of 2017. The new restaurants will be located in: Lewisville, Cedar Hill, and the Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas. The three locations will add to the 24 locations already open in DFW, […]

Wahlburgers Headed to Asia in Major Expansion

Wahlburgers, the better burger restaurant brand founded by Chef Paul Wahlberg and celebrity brothers Mark and Donnie, announced that it will expand to Asia in 2017 through a joint venture with Cachet Hospitality Group (CHG). The first three restaurants are slated to open in Hangzhou, Wuhan, and Shanghai, China. A celebratory event was held in […]

New Orleans’ Dat Dog Announces Expansion Plans

Beloved foodie favorite, Dat Dog, is looking to expand its sausage and hot dog empire outside of New Orleans through franchising and additional corporate-owned restaurants this year. Beginning in January, Dat Dog launched its franchising program, seeking experienced restaurant operators who are looking for a customized, creative eatery that gives back to the community. Dat […]

Yogurtland Expands Into Singapore

Yogurtland announced its continuing international expansion with the opening of its first location in Singapore at the Suntec City Mall overlooking the Fountain of Wealth. This is the first of several locations planned for Singapore by Yogurtland’s area developer Flavour Playground, headed by Oak Chinawongwatana and Joe Hee. Chinawongwatana and his team spearheaded Yogurtland’s expansion […]

D’Lite Healthy On The Go Announces Franchise Plans

Chad and Brooke Knudson, sole owners of the Scottsdale mainstay off Scottsdale Road just south of Thomas and the newer Tempe location, have announced their intention to franchise the new D’Lite Healthy On The Go restaurant concept.  Healthy fast food has been the staple at this well-known kitchen and coffee house in Scottsdale and Tempe […]

Bruster’s Continues West, Southwest Expansion

Bruster’s Real Ice Cream has opened a third location in California as it embarks on an ambitious development campaign to add locations in the West and Southwest. The chain has just launched a multi-month campaign in Texas, Arizona and California using digital and social media marketing, including Facebook and LinkedIn, to attract potential franchisees. The […]

Sub Zero Ice Cream Charts Major Tampa Expansion

Sub Zero Ice Cream, the nation’s first liquid nitrogen ice cream franchise, plans to significantly expand its presence in greater Tampa over the next six years, with the goal of opening at least 10 new franchised locations. The brand is currently seeking franchise partners to introduce the concept to the market. Sub Zero area developer […]

Mediterranean Fast Casual Franchise Expands into Kansas

Gyroville, a popular Southeast Florida fast-casual, build-your-own Mediterranean franchise, is expanding its U.S. presence with the recent awarding of its first franchise location in Kansas. Franchise owners Ganna Voskoboyeva and Nataliya Miller will be bringing the brand to Kansas with their location in Topeka that’s planned to open in the spring of 2017. Gyroville was […]

Which Wich to Make European Debut in London

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches, the U.S.-based, award-winning sandwich concept, announced that it will make its United Kingdom debut in 2017 as part of the brand’s focus on expanding its presence globally. While Europe has been uncharted territory for the brand, Which Wich is no stranger to international expansion. There are 425 stores open in 10 […]

Zoup! Headed to Pittsburgh in February

Zoup! is opening in the newly renovated Fox Chapel Plaza February in Pittsburgh. “We’re thrilled to bring Zoup!’s award-winning recipes to the people of Pittsburgh,” says husband-and-wife franchisees Richard and Jackie Cagley. “Zoup!’s amazing company culture is what initially attracted us to the brand, along with the opportunity to create an inviting, community-based restaurant serving […]

Dickey’s Adding 4 Locations in Washington

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit will continue its expansion throughout the state of Washington with four new locations slated to open beginning spring 2017. The four new locations will be owned and operated by current Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Owner/Operator, Dan Pelfrey. “Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is growing rapidly nationwide with nearly 600 locations in 44 states, which is […]

Get Fried Expanding into New York and Texas

#getfried Fry Café, a quick-serve restaurant franchise that offers a variety of topped French fries and finger foods, is expanding its presence through the sale of three new franchises in Houston; Buffalo, New York, and New York City. “Consumers are increasingly seeking quick, customizable food options, and with the relatively small footprint and non-traditional location […]

LA-Based The Pie Hole Coming to North Carolina

The Pie Hole, the Los Angeles based American pie and coffee shop, will be expanding to North Carolina in 2017, bringing its made-from-scratch sweet and savory pies to the East Coast. The Pie Hole has quickly grown in California due to successfully focusing on organic ingredients, mouthwatering flavors and tapping into a millennial concept. Real […]