- BBQ Holdings will buy Tahoe Joe's Famous Steakhouses
(restaurantdive.com - 10/7/2021) The deal also includes the intellectual property of Home Town Buffet, Ryans, Furr's Fresh Buffet and Old Country Buffet. BBQ Holdings has no immediate plans to reopen these buffet chains, however, according to the release. (full story)
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe Posts +29% Ytd Same-Store Sales Over 2019, Record-Setting Franchisee Signings
(franchising.com - 10/7/2021) In Q3 alone, Tropical Smoothie Cafe opened 32 new locations, including five in Chicago and five in Detroit, and celebrated its 1,000th cafe milestone in September for a total of 95 openings year to date. (full story)
- Batteries Plus Takes Charge in Q3, Signs Agreements for 20 New Stores
(franchising.com - 10/7/2021) Included in the 20 new store agreements was a 10-unit signing which will expand the brand in Nevada and Utah, a three-unit signing in Philadelphia, PA and multiple two-packs set to expand Batteries Plus into Sacramento, CA and Wichita, KS. Additional single-unit signings will grow the brand in Georgia, Texas, Illinois and California. (full story)
- Vocelli Pizza to explore new market expansion through franchise growth
(wkyt.com - 10/7/2021) Pittsburgh-based Vocelli Pizza will open its 88th franchise store this month in Owings Mills, Maryland... (full story)
- Jersey Mike's is Expanding in New Jersey
(nj1015.com - 10/7/2021) Jersey Mike’s, the sandwich chain founded in Point Pleasant, is planning on expanding in its home state with at least 10 new stores slated to open... (full story)
- School of Rock Celebrates the Opening of 300th Location
(franchising.com - 10/6/2021) “Reaching this scale speaks to the power of our concept and the relentless drive of our people. Few brands resonate equally in markets as different as Minneapolis and Madrid, but the School of Rock model has universal appeal.” (full story)
- 300 Stores in 5 Years: Heyday CEO Adam Ross Shares His Vision for Franchise Growth
(1851franchise.com - 10/6/2021) Currently, Heyday has signed single unit agreements, as well as large multi-unit development deals in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Cincinnati and beyond. (full story)
- Impressive Third Quarter Growth Underscores Momentum for Smoothie King
(tylerpaper.com - 10/6/2021) Smoothie King opened 21 new stores for the quarter totaling 92 new-store openings year-to-date. In addition to strong sales numbers the brand has welcomed 26 new domestic franchisees this year and signed 158 domestic store commitments to date. (full story)
- Club Pilates Secures One of its Largest Multi-Unit Franchisee Agreements in Company History
(businesswire.com - 10/6/2021) Through this agreement, Schuck has acquired 13 open Club Pilates studios, along with licenses to open 16 additional studios, marking one of the largest deals made by an individual franchisee in the brand’s history. (full story)
- Erbert & Gerbert's Beats Pandemic with New Menu and Store Designs
(qsrmagazine.com - 10/6/2021) Schwecke is responsible for streamlining and enhancing the operations of the brand in its current 78 shops, as well as the additional 18 planned to be added within the year throughout Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. (full story)
- Little Caesars Pursues New England Expansion, Targeting 50 Units Across Boston And Providence
(prnewswire.com - 10/5/2021) With more than 17 Little Caesars locations currently open and operating across the two cities, the brand is building momentum to expand as it is seeking both single-unit and multi-unit investors looking to grow their business across the Boston and Providence metropolitan areas. (full story)
- How Spirit Halloween takes over retail space this time of year
(npr.org - 10/5/2021) The result: Those old Kmart and Toys R Us buildings can sit empty for a long time. This works in favor of Spirit Halloween, which looks for sites with anywhere from 5,000 to 50,000 square feet of space. (full story)
- Once Upon A Child Opens Its 400th Store
(franchising.com - 10/5/2021) Winmark - the Resale Company celebrated this exciting development with multi-unit franchise owner, Allison Spartis. The 400th store launch marks Spartis’ second Once Upon A Child location and fourth Winmark franchise, as she also owns two Plato’s Closet stores. (full story)
- Dave’s Hot Chicken Bringing Units to Florida With Signed Deal in Orlando
(franchising.com - 10/5/2021) Dave’s Hot Chicken announced today it has inked a franchise agreement with multi-unit operators Scott Strahm and George Estep to open 15 locations in the Orlando area, specifically Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola and Brevard Counties. (full story)
- Changes in store for Charlotte-born restaurant chain
(wsoctv.com - 10/5/2021) The chain has expanded from its original location in Charlotte’s Elizabeth neighborhood to more than a dozen in the Carolinas and Utah. More stores are slated to open by the end of the year. (full story)
- Wetzel's Pretzels Spearheads America's Snacking Resurgence
(qsrmagazine.com - 10/5/2021) The chain expects to open 30 stores by years-end, although Schuler says that figure could've been as large as 50 if it weren't for delays caused by supply chain, construction, and labor. (full story)
- Juice It Up! Continues to Smash Sales Records in Third Quarter
(restaurantnews.com - 10/5/2021) Currently with nearly 20 locations under development, in Q3, Juice It Up! signed six new franchise deals – two of which were multi-unit agreements – with a large concentration in Northern California, particularly throughout Sacramento and Contra Costa Counties. (full story)
- Why Slim Chickens Has Inked 400+ Units Since March 2020
(qsrmagazine.com - 10/4/2021) Now, the Slim Chickens brand is red hot, having inked well over 450 new unit agreements since March 2020, including 350 multi-unit franchise agreements in 2021 alone. Since January, the brand has celebrated the opening of nearly 30 stores, with close to 20 more slated to open before the end of 2021. (full story)
- Paris Baguette plans to ink 100 franchise agreements in 2021
(fastcasual.com - 10/4/2021) "As we close in on our 100th franchise agreement ahead of schedule, we're excited by the momentum this brand has," Darren Tipton, CEO, said in the release. "It shows that the brand is not just strong, but poised to take off like a rocket." (full story)
- Multi-Unit Franchisees Fuel Take 5 Oil Change Continued Growth
(franchising.com - 10/4/2021) Take 5 is experiencing accelerated new store growth in 2021 from many multi-unit franchisees, some of whom are opening their first stores and many who are now onto their double-digit store opening. In addition, many more stores are currently under construction as Take 5 expands throughout Utah, Texas, Georgia, Illinois, Virgin and the Carolinas. (full story)
- Hoagie chain to expand to Colorado with 5 locations
(9news.com - 10/4/2021) "By doubling down on our aggressive growth plan, we’ve been able to thrive through hard circumstances," said Papanier Jr. "With a 21% increase in sales and our first-ever Western stores opening, our hard work is paying off. (full story)
- Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream Spread to Missouri and London
(qsrmagazine.com - 10/4/2021) Earlier this fall, the Happy Joe’s owner/operator opened his second location in St. Peters and plans to expand to four total locations in Missouri with additional sites in Arnold and Branson. On the heels of his most recent opening, Pardeshi plans to open the third location in Arnold by 2023. (full story)
- Biscuit Belly to Open 10 Stores across Atlanta and Nashville
(qsrmagazine.com - 10/4/2021) Seasoned multi-unit franchisees and partners, Missy Moon and Robert Estapa with Fresh Development One LLC, will own and operate five new Biscuit Belly locations throughout Newnan, Columbus, Marietta, Woodstock and Acworth, Georgia. (full story)
- First Watch Gets Ready for Life in the Spotlight
(fsrmagazine.com - 10/1/2021) The company was already sustaining 10–12 percent unit growth and expects to keep that pace, which amounts to 40–50 stores per year. “Our strategy remains the same,” he says. “Grow behind people.” (full story)
- Crisp & Green opens new location in Chanhassen
(swnewsmedia.com - 10/1/2021) The company has over 100 locations open or in development across 12 states, including Florida, Colorado and Texas. In Minnesota, Crisp & Green has more than 20 locations open or under development, Jackley said. (full story)
- How Jersey Mike’s plans to open over 500 locations in 2 years
(nrn.com - 10/1/2021) This newfound brand awareness — along with a base of 550 franchisees who are deeply committed to the Jersey Mike’s culture — helped the sandwich concept open over 200 locations in 2020, with plans to open 250-plus this year and more than 300 in 2022. (full story)
- Bashas’ to Be Acquired by Raley’s
(progressivegrocer.com - 10/1/2021) Edward “Trey” Basha, president and CEO of Bashas’, and Keith Knopf, president and CEO of Raley’s, told Bashas’ employees that the company’s store banners, employment and operations in Arizona would continue without change or interruption. (full story)
- Wendy’s Franchisee Expands Portfolio With Eggs Up Grill
(franchisetimes.com - 10/1/2021) Now preparing to open the first of five Eggs Up Grill units, Turner, along with operating partner Darby Smith, is betting the concept’s neighborhood feel and expansive breakfast-to-lunch menu will appeal to customers in the Clemson, South Carolina, area. (full story)
- American Family Care Reports Explosive Growth in Q3 2021
(wfmz.com - 10/1/2021) In quarter three of 2021, AFC's sales and development team closed 22 deals to open new franchise locations across the nation. By the start of the new year, the brand is on track to open its 200th franchise unit. (full story)
- Locally Sourced Cannabis Laws: The Importance of Zoning in Cannabis Operations
(natlawreview.com - 10/1/2021) Early and accurate diligence to review the local zoning laws is critical in determining which jurisdiction to locate your business, and where within a jurisdiction a cannabis business is eligible to operate. (full story)
- Marc Malnati on new investor in family’s pizzeria: ‘Great pizza will remain great pizza’
(chicago.suntimes.com - 10/1/2021) The Meritage Group, an investment firm based in San Francisco, is buying the ownership stake in Lou Malnati’s held by BDT Capital, a Chicago firm that invested in the pizza chain in 2016. (full story)
- Amazon Announces Plans for Three New Amazon Fresh Stores in Chicago Area
(delimarketnews.com - 10/1/2021) Each of the locations will be about 35,000 square feet and will employ more than 1,500 people by the end of the year, according to the news source. (full story)
- MOOYAH Inks Largest-Ever Development Deal for 15 Units in Palm Beach County
(restaurantnews.com - 9/30/2021) “I’m hoping for more than 15 stores in this county eventually, and I know we’ll grow with MOOYAH and be very successful together,” Verderame said. “There’s a huge population down here to serve, and we look forward to finally introducing MOOYAH to Palm Beach County.” (full story)
- Warrenton Oil to Acquire Abel Oil
(cspdailynews.com - 9/30/2021) Warrenton Oil Co., the owner and operator of FastLane Convenience Stores, has agreed to acquire Abel Oil Co., Louisiana, Mo., including 18 Abel’s Quick Shops. (full story)
- Layne’s Chicken Fingers Targets Jacksonville, Florida for Brand Expansion
(restaurantnews.com - 9/29/2021) “The Jacksonville area and that part of Florida is a ripe market,” said Garrett Reed, CEO of Layne’s Chicken Fingers. With a metro area population of more than 1.5 million people, the market in Jacksonville comes equipped with a growing consumer audience and a productive real estate outlook. (full story)
- The Original Hot Dog Factory to Open Two Stores in Atlanta
(qsrmagazine.com - 9/29/2021) The restaurant franchise now has 23 locations open – including five in Atlanta, six in Philadelphia, two in New York and others in Columbus, Houston, Birmingham, Anniston, Charlotte, Memphis and New Jersey. Locations in Augusta, Athens, Pittsburgh and Phoenix are underway. (full story)
- 1 Reason to Buy This Cannabis Stock After Its Q2 Results
(fool.com - 9/29/2021) In its second quarter, Curaleaf opened five new stores in Illinois, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maine. This brings its total to 107 stores nationwide... (full story)
- Papa John's Strikes Largest U.S. Deal in Company History
(qsrmagazine.com - 9/29/2021) There's no better proof than Sun Holdings, which just signed a deal to open 100 stores across Texas through 2029—the largest domestic development agreement in company history. (full story)
- Buddy’s Home Furnishings Signs Eight-Unit Deal In Georgia
(franchising.com - 9/29/2021) Buddy’s Home Furnishings, awarded Loren Pierce, PharmD, RPh, with eight franchise locations across Georgia. The agreement adds to Buddy’s recent spike in statewide interest, reaching 16 signed franchise deals in 2021 alone. (full story)
- Phenix Salon Suites Plots High-Profile Paths to More Growth
(franchising.com - 9/28/2021) The California-based brand has opened 16 new salons year-to-date, with more than 25 locations in development, including numerous existing franchisees reinvesting in the salon suite concept to grow within their already successful territories. (full story)
- Thai Concept Rooster & Rice Launches New Franchise Model
(qsrmagazine.com - 9/28/2021) Rooster & Rice aims to sign three new franchisees and open one new location in 2021 with the goal of reaching 15 locations in 2022. (full story)
- Bubbakoo’s Burritos Opens 60th Location
(qsrmagazine.com - 9/28/2021) For the rest of 2021, Bubbakoo’s is set to open 12 more locations across six states, bringing their total locations to 72 by years end. (full story)
- Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop and Wing Zone Expand National Footprint; Sign Agreements for 39 New Stores
(franchising.com - 9/28/2021) The 39 units sold in Q3 – 25 Capriotti’s shops and 14 Wing Zone locations – follow the remarkable signing of 89 units in the first two quarters of the year, bringing the total new shop count to 128 for the year. (full story)
- Marco’s Pizza Announces 15-Unit Area Development Agreement for Greater Tampa DMA
(franchising.com - 9/28/2021) Behind this area development agreement is investment group MPZ Holdings, LLC. The group successfully manages 21 Marco’s locations across South Carolina and Georgia, and with key members of the leadership team moving to the Tampa area, they’re eager to successfully grow and expand in Florida. (full story)
- Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announces new CMO and VP of Brand Marketing
(nrn.com - 9/28/2021) The brand is expected to open about 20 more before the end of 2021, with another robust year planned for 2022. Franchise opportunities remain in areas across the U.S., including the Northeast, Upper Midwest, California, Florida, Oregon, and Washington and large metro areas such as Pittsburgh and many of its surrounding markets. (full story)
- Casey’s General Stores to Acquire 40 Pilot C-Stores
(cspdailynews.com - 9/28/2021) The 40 Pilot stores will extend Casey’s presence in Tennessee and Kentucky with well-established locations primarily in the Knoxville, Tenn., market, the company said. (full story)
- Cult-Favorite Portillo's Officially Files for IPO
(qsrmagazine.com - 9/28/2021) The near-term goal is filling in adjacent and national markets outside of Chicagoland and adding select new restaurants inside the Windy City. The chain believes it has white space to reach more than 600 restaurants domestically in the next 25 years. (full story)
- Korean Fried Chicken Is Having a Moment in Metro Detroit
(detroit.eater.com - 9/27/2021) It’s one of five Bonchons planned for Michigan, with another to follow in metro Detroit in 2022. With a name that translates to “my hometown” in Korean, Bonchon was founded in South Korea in 2002 and expanded into the U.S. in 2006. (full story)
- Primrose Schools Continues National Expansion as Child Care Needs Surge
(johnsoncitypress.com - 9/27/2021) Primrose also recently celebrated the opening of its milestone 450th school and looks to build on that momentum for the remainder of the year, with six more locations slated to open by the end of 2021 and a total of 150 in its overall pipeline. (full story)
- Teaspoon Experiences Explosive Success in Franchise Sales
(restaurantnews.com - 9/27/2021) August was also a hot sales month for the brand, with 6 units being added to the franchise network. The Teaspoon location in LA had its grand opening September 7th. Currently the brand has added 25 new franchises since the start of 2021. (full story)
- American Freight Grows In Chicago Market With New Multi-Unit Agreement
(franchising.com - 9/27/2021) Atieh is set to open three locations in the Chicago area. So far this year, American Freight has awarded 5 franchises and opened 16 new company stores, bringing the company’s nationwide footprint to more than 360 stores across 40 states. (full story)
- Fatburger Celebrates 100th U.S. Location in Texas
(franchising.com - 9/27/2021) FAT Brands Inc., parent company of Fatburger & Buffalo’s Express, is pleased to announce that the 100th U.S. location of Fatburger is now open in Arlington, TX. (full story)
- St. Louis Cardinals Manager Opens First Stretch Zone Studio In Missouri
(franchising.com - 9/27/2021) Stretch Zone, grows to 136 locations nationwide with the unveiling of the Chesterfield studio. Stretch Zone continues to expand its footprint in the U.S. and is poised to open its 200th location by 2022. (full story)
- Darden Restaurants Reports Fiscal 2022 First Quarter Results
(restaurantnewsresource.com - 9/24/2021) Total sales increased 51% from last year to $2.31 billion driven by a blended same-restaurant sales increase of 47.5% and the addition of 34 net new restaurants. (full story)
- Zips Signs 10-Unit Development Agreement For Raleigh/Durham Area
(franchising.com - 9/24/2021) Franchisees Ron and Rose Cappello of Apex, N.C., expect to open their first unit in Wake County in Spring of 2022. (full story)
- Slim Chickens Signs Agreement to Open 13 Stores in the Midwest
(qsrmagazine.com - 9/24/2021) Slim Chickens, announced today it has inked a deal to bring 13 locations to cities throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa. The Letnes Restaurant Group will be bringing the restaurants to these three states starting in spring of 2022. (full story)
- Mountain Mike's Growth Isn't Peaking Anytime Soon
(qsrmagazine.com - 9/24/2021) The additional stores widen a growing presence in California, Oregon, Utah, and Nevada, with new development arrangements in Texas, Colorado, and Idaho. Soon, the brand will reach 250 units. (full story)
- Floyd Mayweather Continues His Legacy of Dominance Through Fitness Franchising
(franchising.com - 9/24/2021) To help spur the brand’s rapid growth, multi-unit operators to help develop the concept in key markets throughout the country. The brand expects to have 50 locations operating by the end of 2021 and over 100 locations opened nationwide by the end of 2022. (full story)
- WTF is Velvet Taco? The brand brings global flavors to Texas’ favorite food item
(nrn.com - 9/22/2021) That’s all part of the new aggressive expansion plan for the 10-year-old brand. With 11 sites already in the works for 2022, Velvet Taco expects to close next year with more than 40 units. (full story)
- Aroma Joe's brews growth in locations, sales
(mainebiz.biz - 9/22/2021) Aroma Joe’s has 42 other sites in the pipeline that will open in 2022 and beyond. Longer term, over the next 10 years, the company is planning about 300 additional locations, said David Tucci, Aroma Joe’s director of franchise development and operations. (full story)
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