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Air Force Vet Expands Dickey’s Franchise in Florida

Florida continues to be a hot market for Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants Inc., as a new development agreement has been signed for three stores. Owner-operator Tim Hershberger has already opened one of the three in Pensacola, Florida, with plans to open another store in the same city and a third slated to open in Fort Walton […]

Dunkin’ Donuts Takes Georgia By Storm

Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, announced that 46 new restaurants will be developed throughout Georgia over the next several years, with six franchise groups. The company remains on track for the development of 410–440 net new Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants in the U.S. in 2015. The franchise groups and their […]

Newk’s Enters Gamecock Turf

On November 2, the Columbia, South Carolina, food scene will be getting a new addition with the opening of the city’s first Newk’s Eatery near the University of South Carolina (USC) campus. Known for its delivery of bold flavor, fresh ingredients, and unmatched hospitality, the rapidly growing fast-casual brand’s newest Columbia restaurant will be the […]

Jamba Juice Targets the East Coast for 2016 Multiunit Expansion

Jamba Juice Inc., a leading health and wellness brand, announced the launch of the 2016 multiunit development packages in existing and new markets in the East and southeast Florida. Jamba will be conducting a multi-city, Whirl’d Across America Roadshow, for potential partners to learn about the healthy living brand and business opportunities, providing informational sessions […]

Salata Franchisee Opens Second Chicago-Area Store

To celebrate the grand opening of its first location in Schaumburg, Illinois, Salata will give away a free salad or salad wrap and signature drink to each of the first 50 guests in line beginning at 11a.m. on Thursday, October 29. Salata offers a selection of more than 50 fresh, pure ingredients including an array […]

PizzaRev Inks Deal with Steak ‘n Shake Franchisees

PizzaRev, a fast-casual pizza concept backed by Buffalo Wild Wings, announced that it signed a franchise agreement with Southern Restaurant Holdings LLC to develop at least 16 restaurants across the state of Tennessee and northern Georgia.  This is the 18th group of major restaurant brand operators PizzaRev has partnered with to expand the fast-casual pizza […]

Dickey’s Signs off on Six Pennsylvania Stores

Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants Inc. continues to expand nationwide with development agreements recently signed for six additional stores in the state of Pennsylvania. The new Dickey’s Barbecue Pit stores will be located in the communities of Robinson Township, Cranberry Township, Hanover, Gettysburg, and two stores in York. Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants Inc. currently has 12 stores in […]

Cosi Franchisee Opens New Unit in D.C. Coast Guard Building

Così Inc., the fast-casual restaurant company, announced that its franchisee, Eurest Dining Services d/b/a Compass USA, opened their first Cosi restaurant inside The Department of Homeland Security in Southeast Washington, D.C. This newest Così restaurant, located in the United States Coast Guard Building, celebrated its grand opening on Tuesday, September 22. “I am pleased to […]

The Pie Hole Expands to Qatar

The Pie Hole, the celebrated Los Angeles–based pie and coffee concept, has signed back-to-back international multiunit franchise deals—first for Japan, and now for Qatar. Named to Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Pies in America list, The Pie Hole features sweet and savory, made-from-scratch pies and premium coffees in a fast casual, local gathering space. The Pie […]

Kono Pizza Opens First Walmart Unit on Black Friday

“The Original” Kono Pizza has much to celebrate during National Pizza Month in October. The fast-growing franchise, which offers a progressive new way to enjoy a favorite Italian dish—healthier and portable pizza cones—recently signed a deal to open 10 new locations in the greater Dallas area, as well as signing a lease for the brand’s […]

Hawaii Brand Teddy’s Bigger Burgers Arrives in Texas

Texas, say aloha to Teddy’s Bigger Burgers. Hawaii’s No. 1 burger concept has opened its first restaurant in the Lone Star State in Colleyville, Texas. Teddy’s, with its unique retro Hawaiian flair, is located at 4712 Colleyville Blvd. Suite 100, across from Whole Foods. Founded 17 years ago in Hawaii, Teddy’s Bigger Burgers are legendary […]

16-Year Wienerschnitzel Franchisee Opens New Unit

Wienerschnitzel, the world’s largest hot dog chain, announced its Visalia, California, location is officially open for business. The location serves Wienerschnitzel fan favorites including the original Chili Dog, the classic Corn Dog, and the brand’s newest Chili Cheese Fries creations, along with Tastee Freez soft serve treats. “The Visalia community has been abuzz for a […]

Tropical Smoothie Inks 83 Franchise Deals in Q3

Tropical Smoothie Café, the leading fast casual café known for its better-for-you food and smoothies with a tropical twist, announced the signing of 83 franchise agreements during the third quarter of 2015 as the brand continues its aggressive, nationwide expansion. To date, Tropical Smoothie Café has signed more than 160 development agreements. Additionally, the food […]

Chronic Tacos Expands Southern California Presence

Chronic Tacos, a California-inspired Mexican grill, is expanding its Southern California presence with the opening of a new location in Valencia. A grand opening celebration will take place on Saturday, October 17, with the first 25 guests receiving free tacos for a year. The festivities run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and include a […]

Pieology Opens in Chandler, Arizona

Pieology Pizzeria, where pizza lovers go to create custom pizzas in endless flavor combinations, announced the opening of its newest Arizona location in Chandler. This is the second Arizona location operated by Pieology franchise partner, Arizona Front Star. The fastest growing concept in its segment as reported by Technomic, Pieology provides a completely personalized dining […]

Topper’s Creamery Signs Multiunit Deal in Florida

An agreement has been signed with Tim Humes for the development of 24 nontraditional Topper’s Creamery units in Pinellas County, Florida. Greg Sausaman, the Topper’s president and chief operating officer made the announcement relative to the territory west of Tampa. Pinellas County has Clearwater as its seat and its largest city is St. Petersburg. Pinellas […]

Uncle Maddio’s Opens Second Mobile, Alabama, Unit

Due to popular demand, the greater Mobile, Alabama, area is about to enjoy its second fast casual Uncle Maddio's Pizza restaurant. The Atlanta-based create-your-own pizza restaurant will formally open in West Mobile on Friday, October 9 at 7765 Airport Boulevard, Suite 120, near the intersection of Airport Boulevard and Schillinger Road. On Saturday, October 10, […]

Dickey’s Signs Multiunit Deal with Carl’s Jr. Vet

Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants Inc. continues to expand nationwide with a development agreement recently signed for five additional stores in the state of Washington. The new Dickey’s Barbecue Pit stores will be located throughout eastern Washington in the Spokane region. Owner-operator Mark Engberson has partnered with Palouse Restaurant Group to open the five new stores. Together […]

UFood Signs First Franchise Deal in Maryland

UFood Grill, the award-winning, fast-casual restaurant franchise where “delicious meets nutritious,” has awarded the first franchise agreement in Maryland. Local physician and business entrepreneur Dr. Stephen Goldberg and his wife Lana, an advanced practice nurse, will open a new UFood Grill restaurant featuring the new design and menu in Howard County in late spring of […]

Pieology Franchisee Opens Fifth Southern California Location

Pieology Pizzeria, where pizza lovers go to create custom pizzas in endless flavor combinations, announced the opening of its new Woodland Hills location at the Village Westfield Topanga, California. This is the fifth location operated by Pieology franchise partner, LA Pie. A proven favorite in the custom fast-casual segment amongst pizza fans, Pieology Woodland Hills […]

Captain D’s Franchisees Open New North Carolina Unit

Captain D’s, the leading national fast casual seafood restaurant, today announced the official opening of its newest restaurant in Franklin, North Carolina, at 28 Berry Boulevard. This opening marks the brand’s 28 location in the state. The new restaurant is owned and operated by longtime Captain D’s franchisees Jim and Val McClure, who have been […]

Smashburger to Develop 25 Units in Egypt

Smashburger is smashing its way to Egypt. The critically acclaimed fast-casual, better-burger restaurant with fresh, smashed-to-order burgers, is excited to announce that it has added the Pearll Investment Group as a new franchise partner in Egypt. This is Smashburger’s initial entry into Egypt, with 25 restaurants expected to open over the next several years. The […]

The Pie Hole Plans Franchisee Development in Japan

The Pie Hole, the celebrated Los Angeles–based pie and coffee concept, has closed a master franchise deal for all of Japan. Included in Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Pies in America list, The Pie Hole features sweet and savory, made-from-scratch pies and premium coffees in a fast-casual, local gathering format. The Pie Hole has partnered with […]

Marco’s Pizza Targets Rocky Mountain States for Growth

Marco’s Pizza, the fastest growing pizza franchise in the United States, is targeting the Rocky Mountain states for growth. With 15 franchise locations already open and operating throughout Colorado and Wyoming, the company has announced plans to open more than 35 additional locations through strategic franchise partnerships in the coming years. The new franchise locations […]

Doc Popcorn Inks Multiunit Deal in Oman

In a strategic move that drives the leading international franchise snack brand into new global territories, Doc Popcorn announced today that it signed its first master franchise agreement in Oman. Doc Popcorn awarded the master franchise agreement to Muscat Golden Skies LLC, a franchise partner group composed of Adil Nasser Al Sharyani and Adel Ali […]