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Burger 21 signs 2 new franchise agreements

October 24, 2013

Burger 21 has plans to develop one restaurant in Pompano Beach, Fla., and one in Tempe, Ariz., according to a company press relesae. Dan Lenhauser, who recently became Burger 21's first Arizona franchisee, has signed an additional agreement to develop a second restaurant in the Phoenix market, while new franchisees will develop a location in South Florida. To date, Burger 21 has nine open locations and 18 franchised restaurants in development across the country.

"It's gratifying to see a strong interest in Burger 21 from both new and experienced foodservice operators," said Mark Johnston, Burger 21 president and chief concept officer and president of Front Burner Brands, management company for Burger 21. "It is our franchisees' dedication and confidence in our brand that continues to drive our success. Looking ahead, we will remain focused on our growth and development in both new and existing markets."

Earlier this year, Lenhauser signed a franchise agreement to bring Burger 21 to Chandler, Ariz., marking the company's first restaurant to be developed on the West Coast. Now, he will add another location in Tempe. The Chandler restaurant is expected to open in mid-2014 followed by the Tempe restaurant in 2015.

"I'm excited to expand Burger 21's presence in Arizona and introduce local residents to its gourmet burgers without the gourmet price," said Lenhauser. "As an experienced franchisee, I appreciate the extensive training and support provided by Front Burner Brands and have no doubt that Burger 21 will be a welcomed addition to the Tempe community."

First-time franchisees John and Brandi Porter plan to open their first Burger 21 restaurant in Pompano Beach, Fla. The Porters got their first taste of the brand at Burger 21's first location in the Westchase area of Tampa, Fla., where their daughter worked prior to the family's move to South Florida.

"Opening the first Burger 21 in Pompano Beach was an easy decision for us to make," said John Porter. "Both Brandi and I fell in love with the concept while living in Tampa and we wanted to bring this unique dining experience to our new home in South Florida. We're confident that local residents will love the high quality food and culture that Burger 21 offers just as much as we do."

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