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PizzaForno Signs 40-Unit Development Agreement

PizzaForno, North America’s pioneering automated pizzeria renowned for baking high-quality pizza round-the-clock, has announced a significant 40-unit development agreement. This expansion includes the opening of five new locations in Clarkston, Caledonia, Flint, and Troy, Michigan. On the heels of a remarkable year of growth, PizzaForno is excited to launch a number of new units throughout the […]

Habit Burger & Grill Launches New Store in Southern Pines, North Carolina

Habit Burger & Grill, the California-based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, signature sandwiches, fresh salads, and more, announces today the launch of its latest restaurant in Southern Pines, North Carolina. The sixth restaurant in the Tarheel State will serve up its famous “Habit Hospitality” starting Wednesday, November 13, […]

The Human Bean Launches Holiday Drink Menu

The most wonderful time of the year has arrived at The Human Bean with the launch of its highly anticipated holiday drink menu. As the festive season approaches, customers are invited to pair their celebrations with limited-time beverages that combine the warmth of traditional flavors with inspired new creations — always served with a signature […]

Toastique Announces Store Opening in Ridgewood, New Jersey

Toastique, the vibrant gourmet toast and juice bar, has announced the opening of its latest New Jersey location in Ridgewood on Saturday, November 23 beginning at 8am. Located at 2-4 Garber Square, on the west side of the historic district of Ridgewood, the first 100 guests in line at Toastique’s community-focused Grand Opening event will receive […]

Nekter Juice Bar Announces New Dual-Executive Approach to Marketing 

Nekter Juice Bar announced a dynamic dual-executive approach that aligns its marketing and technology strategies to propel the company into its next phase of growth with plans to double its footprint to upwards of 500 locations in the next three to five years. Nekter Juice Bar has appointed Corry Reid as Chief Marketing Officer, (CMO) […]

Killer Burger Former GM Reaches One-Year Anniversary as Owner and Operator

Killer Burger, the fast-growing better burger concept offering meticulously crafted, award-winning burgers, has announced that former General Manager, Tayler Schreiber, has hit his one year anniversary as owner and operator of the brand’s Medford, Ore. Location. Schreiber took over as franchisee in October 2023, making Killer Burger history as the brand’s youngest franchise partner at […]

Pizza Factory to Host Grand Opening Celebration in Jerome, Idaho

Pizza Factory in Jerome is rolling out the red carpet for the community on November 9 for a grand opening celebration The day is all about showing appreciation for the community’s support, with plenty of fun and giveaways. The special day will be filled with several promotions including $20 three-topping XL Pizza all day, and […]

Randy’s Donuts Announces Opening in Culver City, California

Randy’s Donuts announced the grand opening of its newest location in Culver City! The store located at 4114 Sepulveda Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90230 will be opening its doors on November 19, 2024. Join Randy’s Donuts for a day filled with celebration, delicious treats, and exciting giveaways! Doors open at 6:00 AM with festivities running […]

Bruxie Announces Openings at USC and UCLA

Bruxie, an up-and-coming “culinary casual” concept celebrated for its inviting atmosphere and innovative menu offerings, including hand-crafted waffle sandwiches, famous chicken tenders and artisan custard shakes, expands to two Los Angeles college communities as it opens locations at UCLA’s Westwood Village on Wednesday, November 6, and at The Shops at USC Village on Wednesday, November 13. The restaurants will focus on quality […]

Cheba Hut Announces Opening in Oklahoma City’s Uptown District

Cheba Hut, the bold and unconventional sandwich shop and bar known for its mouthwatering subs and laid-back atmosphere, is stoked to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Oklahoma City’s Uptown District. This expansion marks an exciting milestone for the brand as it continues to grow and offer its signature “Toasted” experience to […]

Pop’s Beef Announces Annual Toy for Tots Donation Drive

Pop’s Beef, is ringing in the holidays with a heartwarming mission – to collect toys for local kids in need. This November, the beloved fast-casual franchise known for its fresh, house-made Italian sausage, beefs, and more, is kicking off its annual Toys for Tots Donation Drive. Starting November 4th, all Pop’s Beef locations will be accepting new, […]

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Raises Nearly $34K for No Kid Hungry

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, the restaurant known for its fresh flavors and good vibes, in partnership with its franchisees raised nearly $34,000 for No Kid Hungry to help end childhood hunger across the United States. The organization helps ensure that children have access to healthy meals both at school and in their communities. The campaign, which ran from […]

Dunn Brothers Coffee Releases Holiday Menu

Dunn Brothers Coffee, the Minneapolis-based brand famed for freshly roasting its globally sourced single-origin green beans daily in its coffee shops, is adding extra jingle into holiday cheer this year with its new, highly-anticipated holiday menu and limited-time promotions. Starting Monday, November 4, and running through Sunday, January 19, guests can indulge in cozy, seasonal […]

Mr Gatti’s Pizza to Start Opening Inside Walmart Locations

In response to the rising trend of convenience dining, Mr Gatti’s Pizza will begin opening its first 12 locations inside Walmart stores across Texas and Oklahoma this week, with all slated to open before Thanksgiving. Another 23 locations are already under construction and are scheduled to open in early 2025. This expansion is part of a larger […]

Paris Baguette Sees Major Growth in Third Quarter

With nearly 190 bakery cafés in North America, Paris Baguette, the global bakery café franchise with over 4,000 locations around the world, is quickly solidifying their presence across the U.S. and Canada. At the close of the third quarter, Paris Baguette had opened 32 new cafés for the year, including nine in Q3 alone and […]

Ellianos Coffee Launches Winter Menu

Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, announced the launch of its highly anticipated winter menu. This year, Ellianos is bringing a festive twist to its offerings with a limited-time lineup that promises to warm hearts and delight taste buds. The new seasonal items include the Peppermint White Mocha, Toffee Carmella, Mint Cookie Freezer, […]

Mountain Mike’s Adds Unit in Mansfield, Texas

Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain for over 45 years, known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis, Mountain-sized pizzas and dough made fresh daily, has proudly opened in Mansfield, Texas. The restaurant is owned and operated by Dallas-Fort Worth residents and Mountain Mike’s Pizza multi-unit franchisees Ramein Gerami and Min Chang, who will […]

Wendy’s to Offer Free Breakfast Combos on Veterans Day

This Veterans Day, Wendy’s salutes those who served or are currently serving in the U.S. military with a free Breakfast Combo, no purchase required*, during breakfast hours on Monday, November 11.    Choose from any of Wendy’s breakfast combos like a savory Sausage Egg & Cheese English Muffin, a hearty Breakfast Baconator, or a craveable Honey Buddy Chicken Biscuit Combo! Each combo […]

QSR Automations Announces Majority Growth Investment from Battery Ventures

QSR Automations, a global leader in restaurant technology solutions, today announced a strategic, majority growth investment from Battery Ventures, a global, technology-focused investment firm. This investment represents a pivotal moment in QSR Automations’ history, positioning the company for accelerated growth, enhanced innovation, and expanded market reach. Founded in 1996, QSR Automations has been at the […]