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Hooters Opens First Location in Guadalajara
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- The Editors
Hooters opened its first location in Zapopan, Mexico, led by franchisee Hooters de Mexico.
It’s La Belle Époque at Sadelle’s New Outpost
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- The Editors
Sadelle’s, a powerhouse in New York City’s brunch scene — often touted as having the Big Apple’s best bagel — opened a new location in Las Vegas at the Bellagio hotel.
Anithero Brings Izakaya to Detroit Area
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- Toby Weber, Contributing Editor
While traveling through Japan, Jeff King and Sharon LaVoisne, co-owners of Metro Detroit restaurant group Working Class Outlaws, became enamored with izakayas, informal bar/restaurants where businesspeople meet at the end of the day and enjoy drinks and small plates.
Genghis Grill Focuses on Fresh
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- Toby Weber, Contributing Editor
Mongolian barbecue was once The Next Big Thing in the restaurant industry.
QSR Chop Stop Signs 16 Franchise Agreements
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- Rebecca Kilbreath, Editor in Chief
Chop Stop, a California-based QSR salad concept known for its customizable chopped salads and other health-oriented menu options, announced that it has recently signed 16 new franchise agreements in three states.
Applebee’s Buys 69 Franchised Units, Wins Dispute
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- The Editors
Applebee’s Grill + Bar purchased 69 franchised restaurants in North and South Carolina from franchisee Apple Gold.
Fazoli’s Signs Five-Unit Deal in South Carolina
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- The Editors
Italian QSR chain Fazoli’s signed a multi-unit deal with Impact Hospitality Group to develop five new restaurants in and around Columbia, S.C., with the first slated to open in 2019.
The Emporium Plays up Savannah Vibe
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- Toby Weber, Contributing Editor
Owned by Sage Restaurant Group, The Emporium Kitchen & Wine Market offers guests a retail wine/deli component along with a polished-casual restaurant experience. The concept has two locations, both designed with their respective communities in mind.