El Pollo Loco hatching 9 units in Northern California

September 14, 2021

El Pollo Loco Inc. is making good on its plans to expand throughout parts of the Western United States, inking a multi-unit agreement with TWS Restaurant…

Dickey's franchisee opening Dog Haus in Michigan

September 14, 2021

Dog Haus will serve the Great Lakes State via two restaurants in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, the first of which is expected to open in 2022.

Slim Chickens hatches 1st Georgia location

September 14, 2021

Slim Chickens, a fast casual brand featuring dine-in and drive-thru service, has opened its first Georgia location, according to a company press release.

Fazoli's lands in Zanesville, Ohio

September 14, 2021

Fazoli's, a QSR chain known for made-to-order Italian dishes and unlimited breadsticks, has opened in Zanesville, Ohio, according to a company press release.

Macque's BBQ International launches franchise initiative

September 14, 2021

Macque's BBQ International has launched a fast casual franchise system, CEO and President Michael Thomas said in a company press release.

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Dickey's executing franchise agreement for Africa

September 13, 2021

Dickey's Barbecue Pit has signed a master agreement with exclusive rights to grow its Africa presence by opening eight locations in Botswana over the span of a…

50-year-old bagel brand launching franchising program

September 13, 2021

After 50 years of serving bagels in New York City, H&H Bagels, which has four locations, is hoping to franchise across the U.S.

Slim Chickens squeezing into Iowa

September 13, 2021

Arkansas-based Slim Chickens has inked a deal to bring nine locations to cities throughout central Iowa. Seasoned restaurant operators Jeff and Leanne Brands…

Hot Head Burritos opening in Jackson, Ohio

September 13, 2021

Hot Head Burritos has announced a Cantina location opening soon in Jackson, Ohio. The 2,400-square-foot location will seat more than 90 guests, offer outdoor…

PJ's Coffee multi-unit franchisee does these 4 things before adding locations

Barry Prendergast, who owns six PJ's Coffee units, describes how decides when the time is right to expand with additional franchise locations.

Ike's invests in Bangin' Buns

September 9, 2021

Ike's Love & Sandwiches, which has 80 units in the western part of the U.S, has invested in Los Angeles-based Bangin' Buns to help expand the young concept…

Taffer's Tavern opening 1st Boston area location

September 9, 2021

Taffer's Tavern, a full-service tavern concept founded and developed by hospitality expert and "Bar Rescue" host Jon Taffer, will open its first Boston area…

Chicken Salad Chick opening 20th Texas location

September 9, 2021

Chicken Salad Chick will open next week in Midlothian, Texas, marking the chain's 20th location in the Lone Star State, according to a company press release.

Teriyaki Madness opening 6th Houston location

September 9, 2021

Colorado-based Teriyaki Madness and the investment firm, Globofran, are opening a location next month in Houston, marking the city's sixth location and the…

Sweetfin hits up Orange County

September 9, 2021

Sweetfin, a California-inspired poke concept, is opening its 13th unit Saturday in Costa Mesa, which is its first in Orange County, according to a company…

Bangin' Buns opening flagship location

September 8, 2021

Bangin' Buns, a Nashville hot chicken chain founded in California, is opening a flagship location Wednesday in Artesia, California.

Island Fin Poke opening in Georgia

September 8, 2021

Island Fin Poke, a fast casual restaurant serving Hawaiian build-your-own poke bowls, is opening its first Georgia location later this month in Peachtree City.

Shake Shack bets on Massachusetts with casino opening

September 8, 2021

Following the openings of its Somerville and Burlington Mall locations earlier this summer, Shake Shack is opening its 11th Massachusetts location Saturday at…

Killer Burger adding hometown location

September 8, 2021

Portland-based Killer Burger is adding a location Wednesday to its hometown, marking its fifth Portland city location. Opening in the Slabtown neighborhood at…