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Eggs Up Grill Opens in Benson, North Carolina

Eggs Up Grill, a neighborhood favorite breakfast and lunch cafe and the fastest-growing “better breakfast” restaurant franchise in the country, is now open in Benson, North Carolina. The new restaurant brings the brand’s welcoming breakfast, brunch and lunch experience to the growing Johnston County community. The Benson location is owned and operated by the husband-and-wife […]

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria to Open Store in Madison, Alabama

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, the award-winning Brooklyn style pizzeria, announced today that its Alabama franchisee, Power Brands Hospitality Group, will open a new location this March in Madison, Alabama. Situated at Clift Farm at 419 John Henry Way, guests will be able to enjoy Grimaldi’s signature Brooklyn style pizza and other fan favorites. This opening marks the third Grimaldi’s location in Alabama and its […]

Rock N’ Roll Inks 6 Franchise Deals Thanks to Anniversary Incentive

Rock N’ Roll Sushi celebrated its 10th anniversary with a milestone that speaks directly to the strength of its franchise system. As part of a limited-time anniversary deal for franchisees that allowed them to pay a discounted franchise fee of only $10,000, the brand secured six new development agreements with existing operators, including its first […]

Ford’s Garage Signs Multi-Unit Franchise Deal in Iowa

Ford’s Garage – the full-service, 1920s garage-themed burger and craft beer restaurant inspired by the heritage of The Ford Motor Company –is thrilled to announce its official entrance into the Hawkeye state through a new multi-unit development agreement with Quad Assembly LLC, led by franchisee Mike Conatser. The agreement includes plans for three Ford’s Garage locations in the area looking […]

Moxies to Open Restaurant in West Palm Beach, Florida

Moxies, the premium casual brand celebrated for its handcrafted dishes, signature cocktails and award-winning hospitality, will debut its newest Florida and 10th U.S. restaurant in West Palm Beach on March 19. Located at 565 S. Rosemary Ave. in CityPlace, Moxies West Palm is perfectly positioned within one of downtown West Palm Beach’s most vibrant and social districts. […]

Grumpy’s Restaurant Signs Deal to Open in Fleming Island, Florida

Grumpy’s Restaurant, an award-winning full-service Americana diner serving breakfast, lunch, and brunch, is proud to announce that the franchisees behind its successful Middleburg, FL location have officially signed on to open a new Grumpy’s in Fleming Island. The expansion marks an exciting milestone for both the franchise partners and the beloved Jacksonville brand and is anticipated to open in […]

JINYA Ramen Bar Opens First New York Location

JINYA Ramen Bar, the acclaimed Japanese ramen restaurant known for its bold flavors and signature slow-simmered broths, is bringing its first-ever New York location to Long Island. The new restaurant will open Jan. 21 at DSW Plaza in Lake Grove, N.Y., in partnership with Doherty Enterprises, Inc. This opening marks JINYA’s official entry into the Empire State. […]

Ford’s Garage Signs Agreement to Grow in Tennessee

Ford’s Garage – the full-service, 1920s garage-themed burger and craft beer restaurant inspired by the heritage of The Ford Motor Company – has just announced a significant multi-unit franchise development agreement that will bring up to four new locations to the Middle Tennessee area over the next five years. The deal is led by TN Legends, a Nashville-based development group with […]

The ONE Group Hospitality Announces Key Development Accomplishments

The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. announced development milestones achieved during the fourth quarter of 2025: Major Asset-Light Expansion in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area The ONE Group has entered into its largest asset-light development agreement in the Company’s history, securing development rights for a total of ten restaurants, either Benihana or Benihana Express locations, […]

Twin Peaks to Open in Omaha, Nebraska

Twin Peaks, the ultimate sports lodge, is returning to Omaha with a new location set to open at 313 N 179th Street in Village Pointe. Backed by Twin Hospitality Group Inc. (Nasdaq: TWNP), parent company of Twin Peaks Restaurant, the expansion reflects the brand’s continued investment in key Midwest markets. The lodge will feature made-from-scratch […]

Twin Peaks Inks Area Development Agreement in Connecticut

Twin Hospitality Group Inc., parent company of Twin Peaks Restaurant, has signed a new area development agreement to bring its signature Twin Peaks sports lodge experience to Connecticut. The agreement marks Twin Peaks’ debut in the state and includes development rights for three future lodges across key markets, including New Haven, Hartford, Danbury, Stamford/Bridgeport, and Waterbury. […]

Rock N Roll Sushi Reflects on Pivotal 2025

Rock N Roll Sushi closed the year with broader market presence, increased territory reach and firm traction in franchise development. The company’s year-end results reflect steady growth, consistent performance at the unit level and strong interest from operators energized by Rock N Roll Sushi’s bold identity and craveable menu. The opening in Tucson was a major […]

Pizza Inn Opens Three New Restaurants in Three Weeks

Pizza Inn is closing out the year with a major milestone that reflects renewed momentum and a strengthening growth trajectory. For the first time in 18 years, the brand has opened three new restaurants in three weeks, reinforcing its presence in today’s competitive pizza landscape. Seasoned franchisee Dion Firooznia, who opened his fifth store on Dec. […]

Rock N’ Roll Sushi Opens in Oxford, Alabama

 The strings are tuned, levels are checked and the mic is hot as Rock N’ Roll Sushi prepares to take the stage in Oxford on Dec. 15. The Alabama-born brand known for its loud attitude, twisted takes on traditional Japanese dishes and unapologetic “Sushi Amplified” energy will open its newest restaurant at 254 Oxford Exchange […]

Former Bloomin’ Brands Exec John Massari Named CFO of FSC Franchise Co.

FSC Franchise Co., the Tampa-based multi-brand restaurant group behind Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, The Brass Tap and Newk’s Eatery, has named longtime restaurant finance executive John Massari as its new chief financial officer. Massari brings nearly three decades of experience to the role, including 25 years with Bloomin’ Brands, where he supported multiple concepts through growth […]

Eggs Up Grill Plans Major Growth Push Into Atlanta

Eggs Up Grill, a neighborhood favorite and the fastest-growing “better breakfast” restaurant franchise in the country, announced today a major expansion push into the Atlanta market, where more than 25 territories are available for development beyond the brand’s 15 restaurants already operating across Georgia. Amid record-breaking nationwide growth, the brand is inviting multi-unit operators and […]