Franchising News & Media

Aloha Poke says hello to Atlanta

May 5, 2022

Aloha Poke Co., a fast-casual poke restaurant concept, has come to Atlanta, according to a company press release.

Dog Haus expanding Maryland footprint

May 3, 2022

Pasadena, California-based Dog Haus has executed an area development agreement with existing franchisees Faizan and Adila Khan to open 15 locations over the…

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Main Squeeze expanding to Houston

May 3, 2022

New Orleans-based Main Squeeze Juice Co. is opening its first location within the city limits of Houston. Owned and operated by husband-and-wife duo Jeff Drost…

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Brooklyn Dumpling Shop to open automat store in Queens

May 3, 2022

Brooklyn Dumpling Shop, a quick serve dumpling franchise that uses an Automat concept, is coming to Queens, New York after franchisees Jose Marrero and…

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Big Chicken antes up in Vegas

May 2, 2022

Big Chicken, founded by Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal, has signed a franchise agreement with restaurateur Vincent Alba to open eight locations in the Las…

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El Pollo Loco signs Denver-area deal

May 2, 2022

El Pollo Loco Inc. has inked a multi-unit franchise agreement with Pikes Pollo Inc. to develop four restaurants in Denver's west side. The franchise group…

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Chicken Salad Chick expanding North Carolina presence

May 2, 2022

Chicken Salad Chick is opening its ninth location next week in North Carolina.

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The Habit opening drive-thru in Washington

April 29, 2022

The Habit Burger Grill, a California-based restaurant brand owned by YUM Brands, is opening a drive-thru location Tuesday in Sammamish, Washington, at 62…

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Detroit Wing Company doubling footprint

April 29, 2022

Detroit Wing Company, which has nearly 20 locations in Michigan, has opened a store at 1831 Gratiot Ave., in Roseville, Michigan. Operated by first-time DWC…

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Freddy's expanding in Chicago

April 28, 2022

Wichita, Kansas-based Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers signed six multi-unit agreements to bring 64 locations to new and existing markets, including…

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Vegan BBQ joint opening NYC storefront

April 28, 2022

Pure Grit BBQ, which has been selling vegan barbecue essentials online since 2020, is opening its first storefront next month in New York City, at 36 Lexington…

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P.F. Chang's, Shipley Do-Nuts, WOWorks, Oath Pizza share ways to lure multi-unit operators

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Franchisors need strong listening and communication skills, as well as a strong brand foundation, when looking to partner with multi-unit franchisees.

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Big Chicken setting the 'Moody'

April 27, 2022

Austin is about to satisfy the raging appetites of concertgoers and sports fans with the opening of Shaquille O'Neal-owned Big Chicken inside the Moody Center…

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Big Chicken coming to Ohio

April 27, 2022

Big Chicken, founded by Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal, is entering Ohio, thanks to a deal with franchisees Steve Christensen, Reid Richards and Mike Craddick…

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Mutts Cantina breaking ground in Austin

April 27, 2022

Mutts Canine Cantina is building a restaurant in North Austin. Slated to open in the late summer months or early fall, the off-leash dog park with an outdoor…

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The Cumin Bowl debuting ghost kitchens

April 26, 2022

The Cumin Bowl, a Chicago-based brand owned by the Cumin Culinary Brands specializing in customizable Indian bowls, is serving diners in the Dallas-Fort Worth…

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Dickey's Barbecue Pit adding 8 U.S. locations in May

April 25, 2022

Dickey's Barbecue Pit, a fast casual concept serving Texas-style barbecue, continues to expand with eight planned openings in May, according to a company press…

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Hot Chikn Kitchn plans to open 200 locations

April 25, 2022

Hot Chikn Kitchn, a fast casual brand that serves up Nashville-style food kicked up with signature premium sauces, plans to add 200 more locations with…

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Taco Del Mar ready to grow with local focus, great food

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Taco Del Mar once had upwards of 300 stores. Now, wth just under 100, and new ownership, the brand is eager to grow with a local focus and great food.

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Hot Chikn Kitchn accepting cryptocurrency for franchise fees

April 22, 2022

Hot Chikn Kitchn, a fast casual brand that serves Nashville-style food, plans to open 200 locations by signing several franchise deals over the next three…

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