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Ike’s Love & Sandwiches Opens in Santa Rosa, California

Get ready, Santa Rosa — Ike’s Love & Sandwiches is back and bigger than ever. A brand-new Ike’s is opening at 124 Calistoga Road B, Santa Rosa, CA 95409, and the sandwich party kicks off with two very special grand opening events featuring Ike Shehadeh himself and Football Champion Eric Wright.  “Santa Rosa has always shown Ike’s […]

Dog Haus Signs Deal to Open Three Louisiana Locations

Dog Haus, the renowned burgers, brats and brews concept, is taking its one-of-a-kind dining experience into the Bayou State. Behind the expansion is the father-daughter team of Gregg Strasburger and Erin LeDoux, who are bringing a little extra Louisiana flavor with the help of Erin’s husband, Lake Charles native Matt LeDoux, whose Cajun culinary roots […]

Jan’s Health Bar Opens in San Diego

Jan’s Health Bar, the Southern California health-forward fast casual concept with a more than 50-year legacy, is bringing its fresh, simple, and nutritious menu to San Diego for the first time. The brand’s eighth location is slated to open the first week of June at One Paseo in Del Mar (3725 Paseo Place, Suite 1440), […]

Pizza Factory Opens in Lotus, California

Pizza Factory announced the opening of its newest California location in Lotus, situated along the historic California State Route 49 at 7310 CA-49.  The new restaurant officially opened on May 12 and serves as a destination for the Lotus community to enjoy the brand’s iconic hand-tossed pizzas and hometown hospitality. A lively stop for travelers headed […]

Nick the Greek Opens 85th Location in Palo Alto, California

Nick the Greek, a West Coast-based chain serving up authentic Greek street food, has proudly opened its 85th location in Palo Alto, California, reinforcing its market dominance in the San Francisco Bay Area. The fast-growing brand’s newest restaurant in Palo Alto is locally owned and operated by multi-unit franchisees George Petrousas and Chris Parisis. With 85 […]

Ellianos Coffee Launches Lemonade and Sweet Tea

Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, announced the launch of two highly requested menu items: Lemonade and Sweet Tea. These refreshing drinks are perfect for the warm weather ahead, offering customers new options to enjoy in the summer. Customers can now enjoy the classic, crisp taste of Lemonade and Sweet Tea, which can […]

El Pollo Loco Unveils New Fresca Salads and Wraps

El Pollo Loco, the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant, is asking customers: Do you want your made-to-order salad wrapped or unwrapped? The brand is proud to unveil two limited time options for guests looking to experience flavorful meals made from quality ingredients made to be enjoyed on-the-go with its new Fresca Salads and Wraps. The Fresca Salads […]

Playa Bowls to Accelerate Guest Insights with Bikky

Bikky, a customer data platform built exclusively for multi-unit restaurants, announced its partnership with Playa Bowls, the nation’s leading acai shop, serving superfruit bowls, smoothies, juices, and more with sustainability and community in mind. Playa Bowls started as a makeshift pop-up in Belmar, NJ, in front of a pizzeria. By sharing their passion for acai […]

Port of Subs Signs 20-Unit Development Deal in Dallas-Fort Worth Market

Port of Subs, the celebrated 50-year legacy sandwich brand driving nationwide expansion, proudly announces its latest development deal. With 20 units expected to open across the Dallas-Fort Worth suburbs, this agreement is spearheaded by Texas-based entrepreneurs Robert and Nikki La Grace, a husband-and-wife team with deep ties to the region and a passion for community-building. Port […]

Hot Head Burritos Partners with Flarie to Launch New Mobile Game for ‘Cinco de Montho’

Hot Head Burritos is celebrating ‘Cinco de Montho’ with a fresh twist – a branded game created in partnership with global gamification leader Flarie. The interactive mobile game, Leroy’s Buddy Bounce, brings the brand’s popular mascot to life in a playful, digital experience that rewards fans for joining the fun. Now live at HotHeadBurritos.com/games-cinco, Leroy’s […]

Wetzel’s Pretzels Opens in Syracuse’s Destiny USA Mall

Famous for its mouth-watering, freshly baked pretzels, Wetzel’s Pretzels (Wetzel’s) is opening a new bakery at one of Syracuse’s top shopping destinations, Destiny USA, bringing its signature twisty treats to Central New York. Located in one of New York State’s largest shopping center, renowned for its premier dining and retail offerings, the new Wetzel’s Pretzels will add even […]

Wendy’s Announces BOGO Breakfast Biscuit Sandwiches

Wendy’s makes grabbing a delicious and filling breakfast even easier on National Biscuit Day (5/14) with an exclusive BOGO Breakfast Biscuit Sandwiches offer in the Wendy’s mobile app*.  The deal runs through May 18. Enjoy a warm, buttery biscuit topped with a fresh cracked egg and stacked with bacon or sausage and melty cheese! Maybe you lean towards the […]

Mountain Mike’s Opens in North Las Vegas

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 now open in North Las Vegas, marking the brand’s third restaurant in Clark County and sixth in Nevada. Following two successful openings in Greater Las Vegas […]

Whataburger Gives Guests Chance to Win Year’s Worth of Meals

Get ready to ketchup with greatness this National Hamburger Day (5/28), because Whataburger is serving up a rare deal that could turn your favorite Whatameal into a Whata-a-year!  When you order any #1-#8 Whatameal online or scan your app in-store, you’ll be entered for a chance to win Whataburger for a Year. That’s right — one bite could change your […]

Bobby’s Burgers Signs Multi-Unit Deal to Grow in Arizona

Bobby’s Burgers By Bobby Flay, the concept co-founded by renowned chef Bobby Flay, announced today a multi-unit franchise agreement to expand its presence in Arizona, with all locations planned for Maricopa County. The new deal comes from franchisee and veteran restaurateur Joe Sample, who recently opened his first Bobby’s Burgers location in Orem, Utah, in […]

Potbelly Franchisee Commits to 30 Shops across Georgia and Texas

Potbelly Corporation, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop concept, today announced that two experienced multi-unit operators have signed on as the first partners to participate in the new Potbelly 50/50 Large Area Developer Incentive Program. The new franchise-focused program is designed to reward franchisees who successfully develop and open Potbelly shops on an accelerated timeline.  KTP PB, […]

Carl’s Jr. Releases $5.99 Build Your Own Bag Bag Value Deal

Late-night outings can be legendary, but they often end with insatiable cravings. After an evening of laughter and memories made, the last thing anyone wants is to scroll through menus to find something to munch on. That’s why Carl’s Jr. is stepping into the spotlight, providing delicious and customizable options that are just a drive-thru […]

Wayback Burgers Opens in Rincon, Georgia

Wayback Burgers, America’s favorite hometown burger joint and one of the nation’s fastest-growing burger franchises, today announced it has reached an agreement to open its newest restaurant, located at 608 Towne Park Loop in Rincon, GA. The new location will be Wayback Burgers’ eleventh in Georgia and is projected to open in Fall 2025, bringing […]

la Madeleine Raising the Bar on Value with $8.99 Meal

la Madeleine is raising the bar on value with le Pick 3, a new $8.99 meal that lets guests enjoy a handcrafted café experience for less than most fast-food combos. With the new le Pick 3, guests can select a half sandwich, side and beverage — all made fresh, served with care and enjoyed in the welcoming charm […]

177 Chick-fil-A Workers Graduate Debt-Free Through Employer-Sponsored Education

At Point University’s recent commencement, 177 Chick-fil-A team members including one Operator earned accredited college degrees without taking on student debt, thanks to a growing national trend in employer-sponsored education. More than 70 of the graduates walked the stage in person, with over a dozen Chick-fil-A Operators attending in support. These graduates completed their degrees […]

Biscuitville Becomes Official Brand Sponsor of Cheerwine Festival in Salisbury, North Carolina

Biscuitville Fresh Southern announced its role as a presenting sponsor and official band sponsor of the 2025 Cheerwine Festival, returning to  downtown Salisbury, N.C., on Saturday, May 17. This partnership brings together two iconic Southern brands to celebrate community, music and the unmistakable taste of Cheerwine.  As part of the sponsorship, Biscuitville will debut the Biscuitville […]