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Burger 21 set to open 10 new units in 2015

The chain inked 10 new franchise agreements in 2014, representing a total of 13 future restaurants.

January 12, 2015

Burger 21 is forecasting the opening of 10 new units in 2015.

The chain inked 10 new franchise agreements in 2014, representing a total of 13 future restaurants. Other highlights for the year:

• Will enter three new states: Illinois, Michigan and Texas.
• Fifteen open locations and 20 franchised restaurants in development in seven states.
• Five new restaurants added in 2015, including its first franchise locations in Arizona, New York state and Virginia.
• Signed a deal with HMSHost for two locations in the Tampa International Airport and executed six leases in four states.

"We're pleased to say that Burger 21 has been very well received in communities across the U.S. and has continued to experience tremendous growth over the last year," said Mark Johnston, Burger 21 founder and president, in a company press release. "We'll be celebrating our five-year anniversary this year and plan to continue building on the successes we have achieved thus far. Burger 21's proven business model, innovation and commitment to its franchisees and guests have ultimately positioned the brand for continued growth in 2015 and beyond."

Burger 21 will be exhibiting at Franchise Expo South Feb. 5-7 at the NRG Center in Houston. Local entrepreneurs are invited to meet with the brand's franchise development team at Booth #603. Burger 21 aims to sell its first franchise in Houston in 2015 and also plans to develop additional units in Dallas and Austin.

Burger 21 is also hosting a live webinar on Jan. 21 at 2 p.m. (EST). To register, visit www.burger21franchise.com/events.aspx.