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Mountain Mike’s Pizza Opens in Edmond, Oklahoma

Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain for over 45 years, known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis, massive 20-inch Mountain-sized pizzas and dough made fresh daily, is continuing its growth in Oklahoma with the opening of its Edmond location. Marking the brand’s second location in the Sooner State, the restaurant is owned and operated by Edmond locals and husband-and-wife duo Jesse and Mona […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News, Sandwiches

Fatback Opens in Chicago with Sandwiches, Rotisserie Chicken, and Butcher Market

Chef Charlie McKenna, in collaboration with Chicago’s The Fifty/50 Group, have officially opened Fatback. Located at 176 West Wacker Drive, the concept introduces a “desk-to-dinner” destination that merges the precision of fine dining kitchens with the approachability of a neighborhood butcher shop. The shop will operate Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., serving as […]

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Burgers, Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Wayback Burgers Opens in Stratford, Connecticut

Wayback Burgers, America’s favorite hometown burger joint and one of the nation’s fastest-growing burger franchises, today announced the official opening of its newest location at 2850 Main Street in Stratford, CT on Monday, March 9. The new restaurant brings 40 new jobs to the area, contributing to the local economy and expanding the brand’s presence […]

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Beverage, Franchising, Growth, News

Gong cha Acquires 170 U.S. Stores From Master Franchisee to Accelerate Expansion

Gong cha, the world’s leading bubble tea brand with nearly 2,200 locations across 33 international markets, has acquired the rights to 170 U.S. locations from a master franchisee, bringing the territory in-house as part of its strategy to accelerate franchise development and strengthen long-term growth across the United States.   The acquisition spans 13 states: New […]

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Fast Food, Growth, Marketing & Promotions, News, Story

Graeter’s Refreshes Look While Staying True to 155-Year Legacy

Graeter’s Ice Cream is stepping into a new era with an updated look. The brand celebrated its 155th birthday last year with a refreshed design that honors its legacy while highlighting the premium, flavor-forward ice cream that has sustained it for more than a century and a half. The story begins in 1870, when Louis […]

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Beverage, Fast Food, Franchising, Growth, News, Story

How Auntie Anne’s and Jamba Are Modernizing for the Next Era

GoTo Foods is positioning Auntie Anne’s and Jamba as examples of how legacy brands can modernize while keeping their core product equities intact. For Mike Freeman, VP of brands at GoTo Foods, the common thread is reducing friction for guests and teams through store design, equipment, and digital ordering, then validating each step through measurable […]

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Beverage, Growth, News

Ellianos Coffee Opens 75th Location in Eufaula, Alabama

Ellianos Coffee, a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, has officially opened its 75th location, with the milestone store located in Eufaula, Alabama. The opening reflects more than expansion. It represents over two decades of steady growth built on disciplined leadership, franchise partnership, and a clear operational vision. Ellianos Coffee began in 2002 with a simple […]

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Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Whit’s Frozen Custard Opens in Marion, Ohio

A new sweet spot has arrived in the heart of downtown Marion. Whit’s Frozen Custard officially opens its newest location on Friday, March 6, at 119 East Church Street, bringing its signature handcrafted frozen custard and welcoming neighborhood atmosphere to the community. Located in a historic downtown building with a modern twist, the new shop […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News

Ono Hawaiian BBQ Opens Another Location in Long Beach, California

Ono Hawaiian BBQ is celebrating the grand opening of its second Long Beach restaurant (Long Beach #2) with a ribbon cutting ceremony, live Hawaiian dancer performances and raffles for 25, $100 promotional gift cards (raffled off between 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.). Guests who visit on opening day can also enjoy a Buy One, Get […]

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Beverage, Growth, News

Premium Drink Concept Bambu to Open Inside Walmart in Westminster, Colorado

Bambu, the premium handcrafted drink brand known for its real fruit smoothies, boba teas, and Vietnamese coffee and desserts, announced the opening of a new location inside Walmart at 200 W 136th Ave., Westminster, Colorado. Set to open on March 13, the Westminster shop builds on the brand’s strategic franchise initiative through its leasing with Walmart. It […]

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