Franchising News

Gregorys Coffee partners with Craveworthy to perk interest in franchises

April 6, 2026

Gregorys Coffee has joined forces with Craveworthy Brands, the parent company of Shaquille O'Neal-founded Big Chicken, Bd's Mongolian Grill and 16 other…

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Playa Bowls launches 1st Canadian location

April 6, 2026

Playa Bowls is opening its first Canadian location as part of a cross-country expansion plan.

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The Melt heats up growth with franchising strategy

April 1, 2026

San Francisco-based The Melt is seeking experienced multi-unit restaurant operators to help expand its presence in California and Arizona, where it owns and…

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Birdcall to open at Coors Field

April 1, 2026

Birdcall will open its newest restaurant at Coors Field in Denver when the Colorado Rockies host the Philadelphia Phillies for their April 3 home opener.

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Prince St. Pizza partners with Dave’s Hot Chicken franchisee for national expansion

March 31, 2026

Prince St. Pizza, a New York-based pizzeria known for its Sicilian-style square pies, has formed a partnership with restaurateur Lawrence Kourie to expand the…

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Shaquille O’Neal’s Big Chicken makes Honduras debut

March 30, 2026

Big Chicken, the fast-casual brand founded by former NBA player and entrepreneur Shaquille O'Neal, has opened two restaurants in Honduras, marking its…

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Patrick Cunningham named Mike’s Red Tacos chief development officer

March 30, 2026

Mike's Red Tacos has appointed Patrick Cunningham as chief development officer, joining newly named company President Vincent Montanelli in the company's…

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Fatburger debuts in France

March 25, 2026

FAT Brands Inc. has opened its first Fatburger franchise in Paris, launching a planned 30-unit expansion across France. The restaurant is on Avenue du Général…

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Cheba Hut to open 7th Las Vegas location

March 23, 2026

Cheba Hut, headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, announced it will open its seventh Las Vegas location March 29 at 6485 N. Durango Drive in Centennial Hills.

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Walk-On’s partners with Cole Swindell, plans Nashville location

March 20, 2026

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux has expanded its franchise efforts by teaming up with Jamie Daniel of Daniel Hospitality Group, according to a company press release.

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The accidental franchisor: Eddie Flores Jr. kicks off Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit with candid look at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

March 17, 2026

Eddie Flores Jr. transitioned from real estate to become the franchisor of L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, building a legacy based on the "aloha spirit" and family…

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Bambu opens inside Colorado Walmart Supercenter

March 17, 2026

Just over a month after announcing a partnership with Walmart stores, Vietnamese dessert chain Bambu has opened a inside a Walmart Supercenter in Westminster…

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Clementine’s Ice Cream secures $6M for expansion

March 17, 2026

Clementine's Ice Cream landed $6 million in funding to support its national expansion strategy. Next Phase Capital, headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, led…

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Port of Subs franchisee opens 1st of 14 additional units

March 16, 2026

Franchisees Shane and Kirstin Shaw opened their first Port of Subs restaurant on Feb. 3 at 1316 S. Sossaman Road. in Mesa, Arizona. The Shaws plan to develop…

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McAlister’s Deli continues expansion, operators to open 265 restaurants by 2032

March 13, 2026

McAlister's Deli, headquartered in Atlanta, is expanding its presence in 2026, striking multi-unit franchise development agreements in Alabama, Florida…

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Everytable launches national franchise program

March 12, 2026

Los Angeles-based Everytable, a mission-driven food company with 35 units, has launched a core franchise program seeking single- and multi-unit operators to…

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Jeff's Bagel Run awards 24 franchise units across 5 markets

March 10, 2026

Jeff's Bagel Run has awarded 24 franchise units across Atlanta, Chicago, Greenville, Raleigh and Orlando, according to a press release.

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Gong cha takes control of 170 US franchises

March 9, 2026

Global bubble tea brand Gong cha has acquired the rights to 170 U.S. locations from a master franchisee, a move the company says will bring its regional…

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A tale of 2 Mike’s: Jersey Mike’s franchisee adds Mike’s Red Tacos to portfolio

March 5, 2026

When it comes to franchising, Mike seems to know Mike. Michael McGuire, a Minnesota operator who runs dozens of Jersey Mike's Subs locations, has signed on to…

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JRI Hospitality acquires HCI, adds 43 Freddy’s locations

March 2, 2026

JRI Hospitality has acquired the restaurant operations of Manhattan, Kansas-based HCI Hospitality, a move that adds 43 Freddy's Frozen Custard &…

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