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Shake Shack and Avocados From Mexico Partner on Campaign

Shake Shack and Avocados From Mexico are serving up a campaign that’s sure to delight avocado fans across the U.S. Guests who order any sandwich or burger with avocado will have the opportunity to select their own fruit via Shake Shack’s Avocado Expert and receive a tableside slicing demo. Here’s how it works: For those […]

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue Unveils Lineup of 2024 Openings

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, the fast-casual brand renowned for its authentic Hawaiian-style cuisine, announces its lineup of initial openings of 2024 through two successful networks of multi-unit franchise owners in Colorado and Texas. Founded in Honolulu, HI in 1952, L&L continues its mission to share aloha with their popular ‘Plate Lunch’ offerings throughout 230 locations across […]

Papa Murphy’s Brings Back Taco Grande Pizza Through May 19

Why choose between your two loves when you can have both? Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza—the take ‘n’ bake pizza franchise with over 1,135 locations around the globe—announced the return of the crowd-favorite Taco Grande Pizza, a culinary fusion available at participating locations nationwide from April 22 to May 19. This season’s must-try pizza […]

Penn Station Raises Over $1M for People with Down Syndrome

Those with Down syndrome stand to benefit from a generous donation presented by Penn Station East Coast Subs at Sunday’s Cincinnati Reds baseball game. This leading fast-casual sandwich restaurant franchise continues its long-standing tradition of community support with the contribution of $153,964.43 to Down syndrome organizations across the Midwest. This year’s donation brings the total […]

Panda Express Rolls Out Gift Card Promotion Ahead of Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and Panda Express is offering an exciting promotion to help celebrate!   From Monday, April 22 to Sunday, May 12, guests who purchase an online order of $30 or more in gift cards will receive one free Panda Bowl*! This promotion will be running nationwide and is only available online […]

Cicis Launches OREO Brownie Pizza

Cicis Pizza, the leading all-you-can-eat pizza buffet, has announced the launch of its latest limited-time offer: the OREO Brownie Pizza. Crafted by Cicis’ very own culinary genius, C.C. Pazzini, the OREO Brownie Pizza will be available on the buffet from Monday, April 22 through Sunday, June 2, and available online for just $6.99. The OREO […]

Paris Baguette Expanding to Ashburn, Virginia

Paris Baguette continues along an impressive growth trajectory with its most recent bakery café opening at 23710 Schooler Plaza, Ashburn VA 20148 on April 24th. Joe and Yulia Kook have varied backgrounds and experiences with Paris Baguette, the 4,000-plus-unit global bakery café franchise. However, when the two found themselves thinking of career shifts at the […]

Pollo Campero Franchisee Plans Fourth Store Opening in Rock Hill, South Carolina

Gilmer Alfaro, an immigrant from El Salvador and seasoned restaurateur, is opening his fourth Pollo Campero, the Central American chicken concept, and the first in South Carolina in Rock Hill. With over 100 U.S. locations and close to another 300 worldwide, the Central American chicken franchise is growing quickly, bringing family-recipe-inspired, flavorful chicken meals to […]

Taco Bell Expands Recycling Program with TerraCycle

On Monday, Taco Bell is announcing the expansion of their popular recycling program with TerraCycle to also collect and recycle any brand of sauce dipping cups, souffle cups/lids & coffee creamer pods. To make it official, the program has been renamed the Taco Bell Sauce Container US Recycling Program. “Taco Bell’s category-wide recycling program, along […]

Paris Baguette Signs Lease in San Antonio, Texas

Paris Baguette, the bakery café concept with 4,000 units worldwide, is growing quickly in America. With over 160 bakery cafés in the U.S., over 100 awarded and 70 leases signed, they have built a strong presence nationwide. Now, they are growing in San Antonio. Song, an experienced hotelier and co-owner of The Gunter Hotel which […]

Voodoo Doughnut Creates ‘In the Air’ Doughnut with Country Music Artist Kane Brown

Voodoo Doughnut, renowned for its innovative artisanal doughnuts, unveied an exciting collaboration with country music sensation Kane Brown. Introducing Kane Brown’s In The Air Doughnut, a delectable creation inspired by Kane Brown’s electrifying “In The Air” tour with a few of his favorite flavors. Handcrafted with Voodoo’s signature flair, Kane Brown’s In The Air Doughnut is […]

Krak Boba to Offer Free Boba Toppings for National Bubble Tea Day

Get ready for an exciting celebration and grab some boba, because on April 30, National Bubble Tea Day, Krak Boba is offering guests the ultimate promotion: one free boba topping per drink all day long. On top of this promotion, the Krak Boba team has created a fun social media contest featuring spring-themed boba pearls […]

Ben’s Soft Pretzels to Give Away Free Pretzels in Exchange for Donation to Nonprofit

Ben’s Soft Pretzels, the beloved purveyor of warm, doughy delights, is gearing up for a pretzel-filled celebration on National Pretzel Day, which falls on April 26th. As pretzel enthusiasts across the nation mark their calendars, Ben’s Soft Pretzels is rolling out an irresistible offer that combines philanthropy with indulgence. The Deal: Donate and Delight On April 26th, visit […]

Duck Donuts Launches Annual Quack Gives Back Campaign

Duck Donuts announce the launch of its annual national Quack Gives Back partnership with Make-A-Wish, a global nonprofit organization whose mission is to grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Now through June 16, Duck Donuts guests can help transform lives for children in their local communities by purchasing the special-edition Wish Rubber Duck. […]

Slim Chickens Announces New Opening in South Carolina

Slim Chickens announced its new restaurant openings at 2089 North Beltline Boulevard, Columbia, South Carolina 29204 and 1530 S Church St., 29505. Spearheading the second Slims store in Columbia is the reputable multi-unit operating group, Break Bread Ventures, marking their 7th Slims overall. Behind Florence is multi-unit operator, Chandler Restaurant Group, this is their second opening […]

Krystal Rolls Out New Under $3 Menu

Krystal Restaurants LLC, the original quick-service restaurant chain in the South known for its iconic square sliders, is making it Krystal clear that value is available around the clock. Starting April 22 for a limited time, guests can enjoy the Krystal Meal Deal for $4.99, the 2 for $4.99 breakfast deal and the new Krystal […]

Tacombi Opens Store in Miami’s Brickell Neighborhood

Tacombi, the acclaimed Mexican taqueria, unveils its latest location in Miami with the opening of its Brickell location on May 1st. Embracing the authentic ambiance of traditional Mexican taquerias, the Brickell taqueria transports guests to the lively streets of Mexico. Positioned at the corner of S Miami Ave. and SW 7 Street, directly opposite the […]

TOUS les JOURS Opens in Oklahoma City

TOUS les JOURS, a renowned bakery café chain offering more than 300 artisan pastries, gourmet cakes and desserts baked in-store daily, has officially opened its new location in Oklahoma City. Marking the brand’s first Oklahoma location at 1841 Belle Isle Blvd., the new TOUS les JOURS franchise location introduces the Oklahoma County community to its […]

Marco’s Pizza Launches New Brand Platform

Marco’s Pizza, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pizza brands, announced the launch of a new brand platform, But Wait, There’s Marco’s, designed to disrupt routine ordering behavior and remind consumers of a tastier option – Marco’s Pizza. The opportunity to awaken consumers to the flavorful choice is significant. In fact, 66% of consumers had pizza […]

Paris Baguette Headed to Springfield, Virginia

Paris Baguette, a bakery café concept with 4,000 units worldwide, is growing quickly in America. With over 160 bakery cafés in the U.S., over 100 awarded and 70 leases signed, they have built a strong presence nationwide. Now, they are growing in Springfield. Lee, a former software consultant, is pioneering the expansion with the recent […]

Roy Rogers Signs Lease to Open in Leesburg, Virginia

Roy Rogers Restaurants announced the signing of a lease for its newest location in Leesburg, Virginia. Set to open in late 2025, this eagerly awaited expansion will signify the chain’s third venture in Loudoun County, one of Northern Virginia’s strongest retail, commercial and residential markets. Located within “The Shops at Russell Branch”, a vibrant 62,000 […]

Beef-A-Roo to Open New Store in Freeport, Illinois

Beef-A-Roo, a Midwest-based restaurant that offers fresh meals at an affordable price, announced the upcoming launch of its newest restaurant in Freeport, Illinois through its innovative modular container location concept. Located at The Meadows Shopping Center on 1810-1876 S. West Ave., the new Beef-A-Roo location will mark a significant advancement in the brand’s franchise expansion strategy. Responsible for […]

QSR Automations Wins Honor at Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service

QSR Automations, global industry leader in kitchen automation and guest management services since 1996, has been presented with a Bronze Stevie Award in the Customer Service Department of the Year category at the 18th annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. The Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service are the world’s top honors […]