Franchising News & Media

Robeks expanding in California, Kansas

November 29, 2022

Los Angeles-based Robeks, which serves smoothies, juices and acai bowls, will add eight units in Kansas and California via a three-unit agreement for Kansas…

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Fat Boy's Pizza targets Tampa for expansion

November 28, 2022

New Orleans-based Fat Boy's Pizza is targeting franchise expansion in Tampa, Florida. The company plans to open up to 10 locations within the Tampa market…

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Chicken Salad Chick opens 6th Indy-based restaurant

November 25, 2022

Alabama-based Chicken Salad Chick has opened its sixth Indianapolis-area eatery in Whitestown at 6065 Perry Worth Road.

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Antone’s Famous Po’ Boys takes off in Texas Airports

November 24, 2022

Houston-based Antone's Famous Po' Boys is opening within three Texas airports — George Bush Intercontinental and William P. Hobby airports in Houston and…

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Slim Chickens adding to Utah presence

November 23, 2022

Fayetteville, Arkansas-based Slim Chickens is adding to its Utah lineup with an opening in Pleasant Grove, thanks to its partnership with the Love Restaurant…

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2 South Korean-based fast casuals expanding Virginian footprints

November 23, 2022

A pair of South Korean-born fast casual brands — Bonchon and Tous les Jours — are expanding via shopping centers in Virginia.

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Salad and Go opening 5 Texas locations

November 21, 2022

Arizona-based Salad and Go is opening five locations by year's end in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, four of which mark the brand's first-time entry into their…

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Brooklyn Dumpling signs 1st international agreement

November 21, 2022

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop has signed its first international multi-unit deal to bring the dumpling concept to Vancouver, Canada.

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Huey Magoo's opens in North Ft Lauderdale

November 21, 2022

Huey Magoo's opened a store Monday in North Lauderdale, Florida, marking its 37th location, according to a company press release.

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Dickey's opening 65 Canadian locations

November 21, 2022

Texas-based Dickey's Barbecue Pit is continuing its Canadian development by signing an agreement to open 65 locations in the Greater Toronto and Niagara areas.

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Buona, Original Rainbow Cone opening dual-concept locations in Tennessee

November 21, 2022

Two Chicago-based brands, Buona and The Original Rainbow Cone, are opening their first co-branded locations outside of Illinois in Tennessee.

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Saladworks, Frutta Bowls opening co-branded restaurant

November 21, 2022

Saladworks and Frutta Bowls are opening a co-branded restaurant this week in San Juan Capistrano, California.

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Big Chicken digs Texas

November 17, 2022

Big Chicken, founded by Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal, has signed a deal with Crumbl Cookies franchisee Jace Mattinson to open locations ni Killeen, Waco and…

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El Pollo Loco signs Kansas City deal

November 17, 2022

Los Angeles-based El Pollo Loco Inc. has signed an eight-unit franchise agreement with EPL Missouri LLC to develop the brand throughout the Kansas City area…

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Chipotle, US Soccer launch 'Bowls for Goals'

November 17, 2022

Chipotle Mexican Grill, an official partner of U.S. Soccer, is rolling out a series of programs supporting the U.S. Men's National Team while they compete on…

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Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream managers become franchisees

November 17, 2022

Two former Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream managers are the brand's new franchisees, according to a press release.

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Chick N Max: From Perfect Pitch winners to up-and-coming franchisor

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Coming out of COVID-19 in 2021, Chick N Max sales grew 30% over 2020, generating two-year sales comps over 40%. In 2022, sales and transaction growth continue…

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Yogurtland planning 10% year-over-year growth

November 16, 2022

Yogurtland, which has over 230 stores in the U.S. and internationally, is looking to grow its unit count by 10% each year for the next five years, according to…

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Cookie Plug names franchise VP

November 15, 2022

Cookie Plug, a fresh-baked cookie company that combines graffiti, street art and hip-hop culture, has hired Spencer Sabatasso as VP of franchise development.

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Robeks pushing non-traditional growth

November 15, 2022

Los Angeles-based Robeks is focused on expanding its footprint via non-traditional locations including airports, military bases, travel centers and…

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