1,000 Degrees Neapolitan Pizza fires up a Virginia location

August 3, 2016

1,000 Degrees Neapolitan Pizza is debuting a new Chesapeake location, 237 South Battlefield Boulevard, today.

Franchise Focus: Pincho Factory puts a twist on street food

by Molly Wike — Intern, Networld Media Group

Family owned street food with a twist concept, continues expansion across Florida.

Cinnaholic cinnamon rolls swirl into San Diego

August 3, 2016

Come Aug. 12, Cinnaholic, a vegan bakery concept, will open its first San Diego location at Mission Valley Mall.

The Halal Guys arrive in Las Vegas

August 3, 2016

The Halal Guys are prepping a grand opening of the Middle Eastern concept on Aug. 12 at 3755 Spring Mountain Road. The location is being opened by franchisee…

Captain D’s boasts growth and expansion

August 2, 2016

Captain D’s seafood concept has announced further expansion in Louisiana, with plans to open 17 new units by the end of 2016, according to a release.

Pie Five Pizza leaps into jaguar country

August 2, 2016

Pie Five Pizza Co. is opening its second Alabama location at 7450 Airport Blvd. in Mobile. The location is just outside of the University of Southern Alabama.

Wahlburgers prepping to open in Arlington

August 1, 2016

Wahlburgers, the Massachusetts burger concept founded by Chef Paul Wahlberg and actor brothers Mark and Donnie, has announced the launch of an Arlington…

Moe's seeks franchisees for move into Motown

August 1, 2016

Moe's Southwest Grill is seeking franchisees to open Detroit-area locations of the chain with experienced multi-unit franchise owners.  

Smoothie King surpasses 800 units, anticipates exponential growth

August 1, 2016

Though a relatively young concept, Smoothie King will cross a major milestone this week when it opens its 800th location on Aug. 2 in Orlando, Florida. To…

Franchises beware: Learning from Jimmy John's legal issues

Franchisors observing the recent legal challenges facing Jimmy John's would be wise to exhibit caution when restricting former and current employees from…

Holler & Dash biscuit shop announces 2 new locations

July 29, 2016

Holler & Dash biscuit house will open new locations in Tennessee and Florida by year's end, according to a news release. 

Firenza begins targeted expansion

July 28, 2016

Firenza Pizza signed a development agreement for five new units in North Carolina, according to a company press release. The locations will be developed over…

Dickey's BBQ to open San Antonio unit

July 28, 2016

Dickey's Barbecue Pit will opened a new location in the Alamo Ranch community of San Antonio and celebrate with a month of promotional giveaways, according to…

Will Ohioans get behind Chipotle's better-burger candidate?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

What do the Republican party and Chipotle have in common? No, it’s not a setup for a joke; both view Ohio as a great place to market their brands. Last week…

Smoke's Poutinerie bringing gravy-smothered fries to a state near you

by Matthew Harper — Intern, Networld Media Group

The cold country up north that brought you Justin Bieber and maple syrup is growing its newest sensation in the U.S.: Smoke's Brands.

Salata expanding into a slew of new markets

July 28, 2016

Salata, Houston-based salad and salad wrap concept, is getting ready to expand to 200 new locations.

19 quarters and counting: How Captain D's keeps increasing sales

Listening, according to the brand's head chef, Jason Henderson, has been key to the chain's re-emergence as a growing force in the restaurant industry.

Captain D’s sails into new location

July 27, 2016

Seafood concept Captain D's has opened a new franchise location in Tallahassee Florida, at 2833 N. Monroe — the 28th location in the state.

Pieology pizzeria rolls into new territory

July 27, 2016

Pieology Pizzeria has opened its first Arkansas location in Fayetteville at 1777 Martin Luther King Blvd.

Cannabis quelling 'the munchies' fast casual style

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

One of the major players in the burgeoning legal marijuana business is lighting up a new franchising concept.