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Gregorys Coffee partners with Craveworthy to perk interest in franchises

Source: Craveworthy Brands

April 6, 2026

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Gregorys Coffee has joined forces with Craveworthy Brands, the parent company of Shaquille O'Neal-founded Big Chicken, Bd's Mongolian Grill and 16 other concepts, to promote franchise opportunities for its coffee concept. Interest from experienced multi-unit entrepreneurs, qualified owner-operators and strategic investors prompted Gregorys' expansion decision.

South Elgin, Illinois-based Craveworthy and New York City-based Gregorys have scheduled franchise open houses from 4 to 7 p.m. on the following dates and locations:

April 7: 443 7th St. NW, Washington, D.C.
April 8: 2070 U.S. 9, Old Bridge, New Jersey
April 9: 393 Route 17, Paramus, New Jersey
April 9: 108 Heights Road, Darien, Connecticut

Each open house will give prospective franchisees the opportunity to view Gregorys' coffee program, operations and shop formats.

"As we franchise Gregorys, we're looking to partner with entrepreneurs who see real opportunity in a brand fueled by consistency, culture and community," Samuel Stanovich, senior vice president of franchise leadership at Craveworthy, said in a company press release.

"This tour gives us the chance to connect face to face, explore the coffee experience together and share how Gregorys has become a scalable concept in America's favorite category."