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Pret a Manger to Open at Rockefeller Center in NYC

Pret A Manger is opening a new shop at Rockefeller Center, bringing its organic coffee and freshly made food to one of New York City’s busiest commuter and tourist hubs. To celebrate opening week, guests will receive one (1) Barista-prepared drink on us with any purchase from February 18–25, 2026. WHEN:Opening Day: Wednesday, February 18, 2026Offer […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News, Sandwiches

Cheba Hut Plans to Open in Billings, Montana

Cheba Hut “Toasted” Subs, the counter-culture sandwich shop known for its chill vibes, cottonmouth cures and bold flavors that hit just right, is planting its flag in Big Sky Country with a new restaurant opening Friday, Feb 27th, bringing toasted subs and a relaxed atmosphere with a distinctly local feel to Billings.  Located off Shiloh Road […]

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Franchising, Growth, News, pizza

Mr Gatti’s Pizza Eyes Expansion in Houston

Mr Gatti’s Pizza, the fast-growing pizza and family entertainment brand, announced a targeted market expansion plan focused on the Houston region, leveraging the city’s booming economy, rising restaurant spending, and strong tourism trends. “Houston is a strategic market for sustainable growth and wide open franchise opportunities,” said Scott McIntosh, Vice President of Franchise Development at Mr […]

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Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Slim Chickens Signs 6-Unit Deal in California

Slim Chickens, a leading fast casual franchise in the better-chicken segment featuring dine-in and drive-thru service, announced today a six-unit development agreement that will bring the brand to California for the first time. The agreement is an amendment to an existing development deal with Roper Foods, LLC, an experienced restaurant operator currently developing Slim Chickens […]

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Emerging Concepts, Fast Casual, Growth, News

The Gyro Project to Open Seventh Location

The Gyro Project, a fast-fine Greek restaurant bringing authentic street food flavors to a modern setting, will open its seventh overall location on Tuesday, February 24 at 593 1st Avenue (34th St & 1st Ave) in Murray Hill. The opening marks another milestone in the brand’s rapid growth and introduces weekend brunch as a new offering for the concept. Founded […]

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Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Bubbakoo’s Burritos Opens in Lansing, Michigan

Bubbakoo’s Burritos, the award-winning Mexican-fusion concept, announces the opening of its newest location on February 16. Conveniently located at 3101 E Saginaw Street, the newest restaurant from the innovative Mexican-fusion brand is locally owned and operated by Sam Chowdari, Jinal Patel, and Jeet Singh. “Opening the second Bubbakoo’s Burritos in Michigan is an exciting opportunity to […]

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Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Hawaiian Bros Signs 6-Unit Deal in Las Vegas

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill (Hawaiian Bros), the island-inspired fast casual QSR concept, announced the continued expansion of its footprint through a six-unit franchise development agreement. Inked with franchisee group Rock Strategic LLC, this agreement will stretch Hawaiian Bros’ existing presence across the entire Las Vegas market, focusing on bringing new restaurants to the southern part of the region. Rock […]

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Burgers, Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Smalls Sliders Signs Multi-Unit Deal in Northwest Arkansas and Missouri

Smalls Sliders, the industry-disrupting cheeseburger slider brand, has signed a multi-unit development agreement to develop four new Cans in Northwest Arkansas and Missouri. Spearheaded by brothers Joe and Tim Rheem and business partner Johnny Hughes, the team is eager to strengthen the brand’s presence in two markets that are prime for growth.  Joe and Tim […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News

Bushfire Kitchen to Open in Northridge, California

Bushfire Kitchen, the California-based elevated fast-casual restaurant group, will open its 13th location in Northridge at 19535 W Nordhoff Street, Suite #50 in Fall 2026. Popular for its globally inspired bowls, burgers, sandwiches, salads, plates and empanadas, the restaurant will occupy a 2,000 SF space with a patio in The Shops at Symmetry (at the […]

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Burgers, Fast Food, Growth, News

White Castle Opens at Southwest Florida International Airport

White Castle, the family-owned fast-food pioneer and the first chain to bring its restaurant Sliders to retail freezer aisles, is expanding its on-the-go footprint with a new automated kiosk at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), meeting travelers where and when cravings strike. Travelers passing through the greater Fort Myers area can now enjoy freshly heated, […]

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