Mooyah Burgers signs 6-unit deal to grow Utah presence

August 28, 2026

Plano, Texas-based Mooyah Burgers, Fries & Shakes has signed a six-unit development deal with established franchisees Art and Nick Depole to expand its…

Mokas Coffee & Eatery signs 9-unit development deal for Kansas City expansion

August 28, 2026

Mokas Coffee & Eatery has signed a nine-unit development deal with Cornerstone Hospitality to expand across the Kansas City market.

Fresh Brothers adds Wing It On to Southern California pizza menus

August 27, 2026

Fresh Brothers Pizza is now serving Wing It On wings at all of its Southern California locations, expanding the wing concept's footprint by 20 locations…

Poké House prepares for Las Vegas debut, plans Nevada expansion

August 27, 2026

Poké House will enter Nevada with Friday's opening of its first Las Vegas location at 7175 W. Lake Mead Blvd.

Shipley Donuts launches online catering program

August 26, 2026

Shipley Donuts launched an online catering platform powered by Olo Catering, giving customers and franchisees a dedicated platform for large orders.

Dillas Quesadillas to open 1st nontraditional location

August 26, 2026

Dillas Quesadillas will launch its first nontraditional location inside Brookshire Grocery Arena in Bossier City, Louisiana.

National Restaurant Association: Beverages give brands daypart, sales boost

August 25, 2026

Beverages are becoming one of the most dynamic and innovative growth drivers in the restaurant industry, according to the National Restaurant Association's…

Huey Magoo’s signs agreements for 60 restaurants

August 21, 2026

Orlando-based Huey Magoo's has awarded development rights to eight franchise groups for 60 restaurants across the United States.

Houston TX Hot Chicken hires Ashley Prokos as senior director of franchise sales

August 21, 2026

Freddy’s promotes Rick Petralia to executive chef, VP of training and innovation

August 20, 2026

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, based in Wichita, Kansas, promoted Rick Petralia to executive chef and vice president of training and innovation.

Franchise growth drives Hawaiian Bros’ 2026 expansion

August 20, 2026

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill continued its growth trajectory during the first half of 2026, signing development deals with experienced franchisees to support…

Shipley Donuts celebrates 90th birthday with LTOs, franchise growth

August 19, 2026

Houston-based Shipley Donuts is celebrating its 90th birthday with limited-time menu items and special offers through Oct. 18.

Firehouse Subs opens 1,500th restaurant

August 19, 2026

Firehouse Subs opened its 1,500th restaurant this week at 2608 Enterprise Dr., in Abilene, Texas. The firefighter-founded hot sub brand's newest location is…

Smoothie King gives pumpkin spice season GLP-1 makeover

August 18, 2026

Pumpkin spice is everywhere this fall, but Smoothie King says it's the first chain to make one specifically for guests on GLP-1 medications.

Pokeworks reports 10% year-over-year unit growth in Q2

August 18, 2026

Irvine, California-based Pokeworks opened five locations, has eight more under development and signed multiple-unit franchise agreements during the second…

MOOYAH Burgers inks master franchise agreement for UAE expansion

August 18, 2026

Plano, Texas-based MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes signed a master franchise agreement with Great Foods USA LLC to expand the brand in the United Arab…

Great Harvest unveils new branding after 50 years

August 17, 2026

Source: Great Harve Great Harvest unveiled new branding as the 50-year-old chain launches broader systemwide initiatives.

Graze Craze reports 65% year-over-year sales growth

August 17, 2026

Graze Craze reported a 65% year-over-year increase in same-store sales during the first half of 2026, marking the charcuterie brand's 20th consecutive quarter…

H&H Bagels expands Florida footprint

August 14, 2026

H&H Bagels will open its newest Florida location Aug. 17 at 12465 Northlake Blvd. in Palm Beach Gardens. Franchise owners and operators Marc Schultz and…

Insomnia Cookies offers free six-pack to college freshmen

August 14, 2026

Insomnia Cookies is offering incoming college freshmen a free Freshman 6-Pack of cookies as part of a back-to-school promotion. Eligible students can claim the…