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WaBa Grill names Afshin Compani president, COO
March 6, 2026
WaBa Grill, a Southern California-based rice bowl chain, has promoted industry veteran Afshin Compani to president and chief operating officer.
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Fuku planting Florida flag
March 5, 2026
Fuku, a fried chicken restaurant founded by chef David Chang, will open its first standalone location next week in Coral Gables, Florida.
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Blaze Pizza partners with Marvel Television's 'Daredevil: Born Again Season 2'
March 5, 2026
Blaze Pizza has introduced the Sweet Heat pizza in partnership with Marvel Television as "Daredevil: Born Again Season 2" is set to stream on Disney+ beginning…
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A tale of 2 Mike’s: Jersey Mike’s franchisee adds Mike’s Red Tacos to portfolio
March 5, 2026
When it comes to franchising, Mike seems to know Mike. Michael McGuire, a Minnesota operator who runs dozens of Jersey Mike's Subs locations, has signed on to…
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Gringo’s Tex-Mex, Jimmy Changas rolling out Ziosk to streamline checkout
March 2, 2026
Gringo's Tex-Mex and Jimmy Changas are streamlining checkout, increasing loyalty program participation and improving customer service by rolling out Ziosk's…
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JRI Hospitality acquires HCI, adds 43 Freddy’s locations
March 2, 2026
JRI Hospitality has acquired the restaurant operations of Manhattan, Kansas-based HCI Hospitality, a move that adds 43 Freddy's Frozen Custard &…
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Buffalo Wild Wings GO expanding in Teays Valley
February 28, 2026
Buffalo Wild Wings GO is bringing its takeout-focused model to Teays Valley with the official opening of a location on Wednesday, March 4.
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Big Dave’s locks in supply chain partnerships to supercharge expansion
February 27, 2026
Big Dave's Cheesesteaks is charging full-speed ahead with its national expansion, cementing its supply chain infrastructure through a double-shot of strategic…
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Freddy's Frozen Custard launches senior meals
February 27, 2026
While most fast casuals focus their menu innovation on building the next generation of kid-sized meals, Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is taking a…
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GoTo Foods names CFO, CGO
February 27, 2026
GoTo Foods, the parent company of seven foodservice brands, has hired a chief financial officer and chief growth officer while elevating three veteran internal…
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Mendocino launches 'Come Graze a While' menu
February 23, 2026
Mendocino Farms, a Southern California-founded fast casual chain, will debut its first seasonal menu of the year on Feb. 24, featuring a selection of dishes…
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Greg Vojnovic leading franchise expansion at The Melt
February 23, 2026
The Melt, a California-based chain known for its "MeltBurger," has hired industry veteran Greg Vojnovic as head of franchising to lead its expansion beyond the…
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La Madeleine eyes accelerated growth following 'Ignite the Joy' turnaround
February 20, 2026
French-inspired bakery-cafe la Madeleine is entering 2026 with its strongest expansion pipeline in nearly a decade, following a year of operational…
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Family owned Mickey’s Deli opening 2nd location after 70 years
February 19, 2026
Mickey's Deli, a 70-year-old brand in California, has opened a second location North Redondo Beach.
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Jeff's Bagel Run sprinting past 30 units
February 19, 2026
Jeff's Bagel Run is leaping past the 30-location milestone this month, announcing a four-shop expansion that pushes the Florida-born brand into the Alabama and…
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Philadelphia-based Spread Bagelry entering Atlanta
February 18, 2026
Philadelphia-based Spread Bagelry is bringing its honey-boiled, wood-fired bagels to Buckhead next month, marking the brand's first entry into the Atlanta…
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Las Palapas taps Paytronix for digital overhaul, adds mobile app
February 17, 2026
San Antonio-based Tex-Mex chain Las Palapas is celebrating its 45th anniversary with a digital overhaul, partnering with Paytronix to launch a new mobile app…
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bb.q Chicken streamlines operations via Deliverect
February 17, 2026
bb.q Chicken, a Korean fried chicken franchise, has implemented Deliverect's digital ordering and menu management platform across its more than 250 U.S.
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Capriotti's launches '50-50-50' franchise incentive program
February 16, 2026
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop is marking its 50th anniversary with a major expansion push and a new incentive program for franchise partners following a year of…
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Pokeworks gearing up for expansion
February 16, 2026
Pokeworks reported record-breaking performance for 2025, driven by an 18% expansion of its store system and the highest guest satisfaction ratings in the…
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