Franchising

Johnny Rockets opens in Iraq

October 16, 2023

Fat Brands-owned Johnny Rockets has entered Iraq, opening this month in Baghdad, under the direction of Alanwar Alarabiya. Since February, the burger chain has opened international locations in Fortaleza, Brazil, Cumbica International Airport in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Santiago, Chile, Lima, Peru, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Talca, Chile, and one ghost kitchen in the United Arab Emirates.

"Johnny Rockets is a timeless concept that we are proud to see succeed across many borders and formats," Jake Berchtold, COO of FAT Brands' Fast Casual Division, said in a company press release. "We look forward to continued growth in Iraq, where we see the opportunity to capitalize on an impressive customer base."

The first Johnny Rockets restaurant opened on June 6, 1986, on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles, and now has over 325 locations in 25 countries.