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Kilwins Focuses on Growth in Arizona

Kilwins, the premium confectionery and ice cream franchise known for its hand-crafted chocolates, super-premium ice cream, and recognized as a leading chocolate franchise opportunity, is accelerating its nationwide expansion with a focused entry into Arizona. The brand is pursuing numerous locations in the Phoenix–Scottsdale area and plans to pursue several markets across the state over […]

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Beverage, Franchising, Growth, Marketing & Promotions, News

Scooter’s Coffee Celebrates 900th Store with Special Giveaway

Scooter’s Coffee has reached a major milestone in its nationwide growth: 900 stores across 32 states! We’re celebrating the grand opening of our 900th store, a new Scooter’s Coffee location in Paris, TN, with a special giveaway at all stores nationwide. Scoot On Around to any Scooter’s Coffee location after 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 24 […]

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Fast Casual, Finance, Franchising, Growth, News, Story

After Rare Sales Decline, Wingstop Targets AI Kitchens, Loyalty, and Marketing to Reignite Growth

For the first time in 22 years, Wingstop’s same-store sales turned negative. Comps fell 3.3 percent in fiscal 2025 and 5.8 percent in Q4. But the company views this dip as an anomaly, with expectations of flat to low-single-digit comp growth this year. Longer term, the goal is $3 million AUV (AUV was $2 million […]

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Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

Jeff’s Bagel Run Announces Openings Across Four States

Jeff’s Bagel Run is continuing its rapid national growth with the opening of four new locations across Alabama, Colorado, Florida and North Carolina, underscoring the brand’s expanding footprint and strong franchise momentum. The new openings include: • Madison, Alabama – introducing Jeff’s Bagel Run to the Huntsville market (opens today!)• Colorado Springs, Colorado – the brand’s first location in […]

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Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News, Story

Dave’s Hot Chicken Architect Bill Phelps Sets Sights on Birria Tacos

After helping scale Dave’s Hot Chicken from an early stage concept into a global franchising force, Bill Phelps is placing his next big bet on birria. Phelps and partner Andrew Feghali, through their franchising investment firm Four Wall Partners, have made an early stage investment in San Diego-based Mike’s Red Tacos and are backing a […]

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Beverage, Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News

MilkShake Factory to Open in Murfreesboro, Tennessee

MilkShake Factory, the neighborhood dessert destination known for its handspun milkshakes and small-batch, premium chocolates, is officially entering a new state with the opening of its first Tennessee location in Murfreesboro. The new store officially opens on Saturday, February 28, at 2615 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 2390, Murfreesboro, TN 37129. The Murfreesboro debut marks an exciting […]

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Fast Food, Franchising, Growth, News

Handel’s Opened 20 Locations and Entered New Markets in 2025

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream closed 2025 on a high note as it celebrated its 80th anniversary with rapid expansion, multiple national accolades and continued same-store sales growth across its franchise system. The brand currently has over 175 parlors open across 20 states.  Building on eight decades of serving its signature ice cream, Handel’s continues to attract […]

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Beverage, Growth, News

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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