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Hawaiian Bros Opens in Springfield, Missouri

Hawaiian Bros, one of the fastest-growing restaurant chains, is opening its newest island-inspired location in Springfield. Ohana Restaurant Group, a multi-unit franchisee, continues to expand as they celebrate their newest location.   Hawaiian Bros is hosting a grand opening celebration at their new location in the Springfield area (1272 E Battlefield Rd., Springfield, Mo., 65804) on March 23 at 11 a.m. At the grand opening, […]

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6 Questions with Randy’s Donuts CEO Mark Kelegian

When I bought Randy’s Donuts in 2015, I knew I wasn’t just stepping into a business, but instead I was becoming part of a cultural icon. For more than 70 years, the original Inglewood location has been a landmark recognized around the world, appearing in films, music videos, and countless photos from customers who grew […]

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Slim Chickens Emphasizes Discipline to Power Next Phase of Growth

Slim Chickens is entering a new phase of growth, and newly appointed president and COO Christina Vaughan is working to ensure the brand scales with discipline. The fast casual entered 2026 with more than 330 units worldwide and over 1,000 in development. Target markets include Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Connecticut, […]

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Cheba Hut to Expand Presence in Las Vegas

North Las Vegas homies won’t have to cruise across town to tame the munchies much longer. Cheba Hut “Toasted” Subs is sparking up a new Centennial Hills location on March 29 at 6485 N. Durango Drive, Suite 100, delivering its signature toasted subs, legit bar and laid‑back counterculture vibes to one of the valley’s top-requested neighborhoods. The […]

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Freshii Installs New Ovens to Improve Taste

Freshii is installing new commercial ovens in its restaurants, changing how proteins and vegetables are prepared. The upgrade allows for oven-roasting instead of steaming, which improves texture, caramelization, and flavour consistency. The newly installed ovens enhance the taste, aroma, and texture of Freshii’s menu items by roasting vegetables and proteins, while retaining the focus on […]

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Harlem Shake Opens in Columbia, South Carolina

The award-winning and critically acclaimed Harlem Shake welcomes its first location to the South – Columbia, SC, aka “Soda City”, owned by new South Carolina resident Dietrich Williams II. Dietrich Williams II is the fourth franchisee of the fast-casual restaurant group, a retired New York City public servant with 30 years of service and a native New Yorker […]

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Capriotti’s Announces Cheesesteak Promotion for Rewards Members

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, home of America’s Greatest Sandwich – The Bobbie, is turning 50 and launching a yearlong celebration worthy of the milestone. The anniversary festivities begin with National Cheesesteak Day with the debut of the brand’s Simply the Best Since 1976 campaign, honoring five decades of passion, pride, and craftsmanship. As the first of many celebrations this year, […]

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Mike’s Red Tacos Names Patrick Cunningham Chief Development Officer

Mike’s Red Tacos, the celebrated San Diego-born beef Birria brand named as a Yelp Top 100 U.S. Restaurant (2023), has brought on Patrick Cunningham to the role of Chief Development Officer. The appointment comes on the heels of the company’s recent franchising strategy announcement and continued development momentum, with more than 200 franchise locations already […]

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Bonchon Hires Blas Escarcega as Chief Development Officer

Bonchon, the globally celebrated Korean fried chicken brand known for its hand-battered, double-fried method and signature sauces, today announced that Blas Escarcega has joined the company as Chief Development Officer. In this role, Escarcega will lead all aspects of franchise development in the United States, including market planning, franchise recruitment, site selection, and new restaurant […]

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CEO Andy Wiederhorn to Step Aside as FAT Brands Strikes Deal to Stabilize Bankruptcy

FAT Brands’ bankruptcy case took a decisive turn as the company asked a federal court to approve a sweeping governance overhaul—one that sidelines longtime CEO Andy Wiederhorn, hands control to an independent committee, and unlocks debtor-in-possession financing needed to keep the business operating. A recent court filing outlined an agreement between FAT Brands, a group […]

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