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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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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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Burgers, Fast Casual, Franchising, Growth, News, Story

Savvy Sliders Finds Big Opportunity in Small Burgers

Happy Group COO Sonny Asker likes to describe Savvy Sliders as a “disruptive” concept. Since its founding in 2018, the fast casual has opened 57 restaurants, and there are 60 more units in development. The brand was born out of Michigan, but has spread to existing/upcoming markets like Illinois, Nevada, Indiana, Florida, Texas, North Carolina, […]

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Fast Casual, Growth, News

Original ChopShop to Open in Fort Worth Medical District

Original ChopShop, the feel good fast-casual concept known for its expansive, diverse menu of customizable bowls, salads, sandwiches and more, will open its newest Fort Worth Shop at 105 E. Pennsylvania Ave. in late March 2026. Festivities kick off at 10 a.m., welcoming the first 75 guests in line with a ChopShop tote bag when they […]

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Beverage, Growth, News

Black Rock Coffee Bar to Open Near Downtown Austin

Black Rock Coffee Bar is expanding its presence into the heart of Austin with the opening of its first location along the Riverside corridor within city limits. The new location brings the brand’s premium roasted coffees and popular Fuel energy drinks to the trendy neighborhood. The new East Riverside location at 2301 E Riverside Dr, Austin, […]

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