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 […]
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes (MOOYAH), the Texas-born fast-casual burger concept known for serving America’s best burgers, is making its Missouri debut with a grand opening in O’Fallon on March 14. Ahead of the official launch, the restaurant will host a soft opening on February 24, giving the community an exclusive first taste of its […]
Potbelly, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, announced the opening of its new shop in Davenport, Florida. Opening on Friday, March 7, at 1315 Posner Boulevard, the new Potbelly location is a welcome addition to the bustling Posner Park retail area. Welcoming 72 million shoppers annually, Posner Park spans over 80 acres and is filled with […]
Bonchon, a global leader in Korean fried chicken, announces a franchise milestone with its 150th U.S. store opening in February. The Jonesboro, Arkansas, location was Bonchon’s first restaurant in the state with additional Arkansas stores to open this year. Bonchon’s strong start to 2025 also involved entering new markets in Florida, Arkansas, and Iowa. “This […]
The Wendy’s Company announced a major global growth milestone with the opening of the 500th Wendy’s restaurant in the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA) region. The restaurant, located in Nagano, Japan, is owned and operated by franchisee Wendy’s Japan K.K. and features the brand’s new Global Next Gen design, which blends modern, innovative design with cutting-edge technology […]
The Original Rainbow Cone (Rainbow Cone), a 100-year-old Chicago tradition, is opening an ice cream experience like no other in Surprise, Arizona in late 2025. Founded in 1926 by Joseph Sapp and his family, Rainbow Cone is celebrated for its unique five-flavor cone which features slices of chocolate, strawberry, Palmer House (vanilla with cherries and […]
Pokeworks, the fastest-growing fast-casual poke brand globally, is expanding in Texas with new locations and a strong push for franchise growth. This May, the brand will open its latest restaurant in Mission, Texas in partnership with a multi-unit franchisee who has also signed an additional agreement for another location in South McAllen, further strengthening its current presence of 23 […]
The International Franchise Association (IFA) has recognized Jeff Chew as a recipient of its 2024 Franchisee of the Year award, an honor bestowed upon top franchisees from brands across industries nationwide and around the world. This prestigious award was presented at the 65th IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, highlighting franchise owners who exemplify […]
Crust Pizza Co., the rapidly expanding pizza concept known for its nostalgic dine-in experience and high-quality ingredients, is set to grow even further with a new location in the Houston neighborhood of Summerwood. Shashin and Ashwini Shah are spearheading the brand’s expansion in Texas. They recently secured real estate at 14433 West Lake Houston Pkwy […]
Following a record-breaking year, Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only fast-casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announces the signing of a four-unit franchise agreement to bring its restaurants to Maryland for the first time. This deal adds to the brand’s growing footprint in the Mid-Atlantic region and strategically expands Chicken Salad Chick into a thriving market like Maryland, which is ranked […]
Pretzelmaker, the innovator of soft Pretzel Bites owned by FAT Brands Inc., has announced its newest location in Grand Island, NE, marking the brand’s third store in the Cornhusker State. The new location, positioned in the heart of Grand Island’s bustling city, is now open for locals to enjoy Pretzelmaker’s freshly baked Pretzel Bites, all-natural lemonade and other craveworthy menu […]
Slim Chickens, a leading fast casual franchise in the better-chicken segment featuring dine-in and drive-thru service, announced its newest restaurant opening in Bridgend. Spearheaded by multi-unit operator Boparan Restaurant Group, this is Slim Chickens’ 3rd opening of 2025. The better-chicken brand has opened 300 locations across the United States, Turkey, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Slim […]
In a major development for the Arkansas QSR space, local restaurateur James Jones is bringing the state its first-ever Bumpers. The beloved Mississippi fast-food brand continues to gain notoriety and spread its delicious handmade sandwiches, fries, and desserts across the South. Bumpers franchises have been recognized for decades for their unique profitability in small towns and […]
SoFresh, a leading fast-casual restaurant known for its fresh and nutritious menu, announced its latest expansion with the signing of a franchise agreement for location #34 in Fort Myers, Florida. The new location will be owned and operated by Hunter and Kodie Duerig, marking an exciting step in SoFresh’s continued growth across the region. “We […]
Buena Papa Fry Bar, announced its entry into the New York market with a new franchise location in Elmont. Situated directly across from the iconic Belmont Raceway, this prime spot positions Buena Papa to attract both locals and tourists eager to experience their signature Latin-inspired gourmet fries. The Elmont location will be operated by franchise […]
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, the award-winning restaurant specializing in classic Mediterranean fare with a modern twist, is now open at 3965 Alton Parkway, Suite B, in Westpark. The restaurant is owned and operated by experienced entrepreneur Dany Askar and his family, who are focused on delivering delicious food with legendary service. “It’s rare to find food […]
Crimson Coward Nashville Hot Chicken, known for its mouthwatering Nashville-style chicken sandwiches, tenders and more, announced their latest customer appreciation events at its Springfield and Annandale locations in Virginia. From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on March 1 Crimson Coward will be showing love to the locals with free food and prizes. The chicken joints […]
Get ready, ice cream fans — The Scoop N Scootery, the Massachusetts-based quick service ice cream expert known for its fundamental triple threat approach of quality, aesthetic and speed, has just sold its first franchise location. The new store is set to open in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is owned by franchisee Patrick Knorring. Founder Austin […]
Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain for over 45 years, known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis, massive 20-inch Mountain-sized pizzas and dough made fresh daily, is set to open in Bellevue, Wisconsin, this spring, marking the brand’s second Midwest location. The upcoming Bellevue restaurant will be owned and operated by Mountain Mike’s […]
Biscuitville Fresh Southern Chief Development Officer Blake Jennings has been named to the Triad Business Journal’s 2025 40 Under 40 list as one of the region’s most influential business leaders. Each year, the Triad Business Journal selects candidates across various industries from a large list of nominations submitted by business community members. According to the Triad Business Journal, […]
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