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Peer to Peer: Jim Nussbaum and Mark Greenblatt, CEO and President of Barry Bagels Franchise Holdings

Barry Bagels CEO Jim Nussbaum and President Mark Greenblatt discuss this approach and how the company aligns its interests with those of its franchisees.

Fleming’s Unexpected Turn

With its new flagship location in Tampa, Fla., the chain is embracing the opposite of what guests expect. Brighter lighting, lighter tones and a variety of experiences under one roof is just some of what they offer.

How Starbucks Is Redefining Its Coffeehouse Culture Through Flagship Stores

Starbucks plans to bring the coffeehouse vibe back into its stores. Here are four flagships that have taken the plunge.

National Bar Chain Enters California 

After four decades of serving customers from Bourbon Street to Miami Beach, New Orleans-themed national bar chain Fat Tuesday is expanding to California.

McDonald’s Unveils Design-Driven, Sustainable Redesign in Hong Kong

McDonald’s has unveiled a redesigned flagship restaurant that reflects the company’s broader sustainability goals while enhancing customer experience in one of the world’s busiest McDonald’s locations.

Mr Brews Taphouse Evolves Brand

Craft beer brand Mr Brews Taphouse launches new prototype design with its new flagship location in Wisconsin.

New Orleans Eatery to Reopen Historic Location

Golden Corral Debuts New Fast Casual Concept

Homeward Kitchen, a new fast-casual concept from Golden Corral Corporation, will open its doors this December.

Big Island's Flagship and Tasting Room 

Big Island Coffee Roasters will open its flagship cafe, tasting room and roastery in Hawaii later this month.

Seven Best Practices for Designing a Flagship Restaurant

Chris Milton and his partner in designing the Toasted Yolk prototype, Brian Chandler, share their best practices for creating a flagship restaurant.

Fogo de Chão Extends the Experience

A new flagship location outside Miami highlights the gaucho and features new ways to enjoy this Brazilian Steakhouse brand.

Wing Zone Opens Nevada Flagship

Wing Zone opened its new flagship store in North Las Vegas, Nevada.

Fogo de Chão’s Florida Flagship Opens

Fogo de Chão opened a new flagship restaurant in Coral Gables, Fla.

Raising Cane’s to Enter Florida with a New Flagship

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers will open a flagship location in Florida.

P.F. Chang’s Launches Flagship Location in Hawaii

P.F. Chang’s opened its Royal Hawaiian location in Honolulu, Hawaii, as an upgraded flagship dining destination.

Fogo de Chão to Debut New Flagship and More in 2021

Brazilian-style steakhouse chain Fogo de Chão will open an all-new flagship restaurant that features a new design, an on-site butchery and lounge.

Relaxed and Refreshed: Check Out Juice It Up!'s New Flagship

The flagship’s new design is meant to streamline operations while enhancing the dine-in environment.

Five Best Practices for Designing a Flagship Location

David Thompson, Principal and Founder, Assembledge+ in Los Angeles shares his thoughts on flagship design.

Tim Hortons Unveils Innovation Cafe

Canadian donut chain Tim Hortons has unveiled its inaugural innovation cafe. Dubbed Tim Horton’s 130 King, the restaurant represents a modern interpretation of the hockey player inspired restaurant.

Miami Grill Debuts New Flagship Location

Positioned near the tourist areas anchored by the Orlando theme parks, the new 2,400-square-foot restaurant offers seating for 62, will be open late night and has a double window drive-thru to provide expedited service.

Krispy Kreme to Open Flagship Location in Times Square

Opening in early 2020 at 48th Street and Broadway, the shop will feature a 4,500-square-foot retail space that will bring the doughnut theater experience to life for guests.

’Wichcraft flagship opens in NYC

’Wichcraft, which first opened in New York City in 2003, was an early entry into the fast-fine segment with a fast-casual, chef-driven seasonal menu catering to refined tastes.

Boston Pizza’s New Flagship

Canada’s largest casual-dining chain, Boston Pizza, unveiled its new urban flagship, which showcases the brand’s new prototype in Toronto at Front and John streets. It is the first in a series of planned openings targeting Canada’s urban centers.

Fogo de Chão’s Beverly Hills Flagship Renovation

Fogo do Chão renovated its Beverly Hills flagship on La Cienega Blvd.

Tony Roma’s Focuses on Experience

Competition for the dining dollar is fiercer than ever. High-quality options are available from a multitude of restaurants; grocery stores have entered the fray with hot and cold bars and even cooked-to-order offerings; takeout-only businesses specialize in pre-portioned meals for the calorie-conscious; and mail-order services give people all the ingredients they need to make a delicious meal at home. With so many choices available to consumers, offering good food in a

illy Caffe Opens Flagship in San Francisco

Italy-based illy coffee company opened two of its illy Caffè units in San Francisco. The company now operates seven illy Caffè units in San Francisco, including its new flagship location in the city’s historic Mills Building.

California Pizza Kitchen Opens New Flagship in Las Vegas

CPK opened a new flagship Las Vegas restaurant at The Park, MGM’s outdoor dining and entertainment district on the Strip. Located between New York-New York and Monte Carlo resorts, CPK at The Park showcases a breezy, natural space with exclusive new food and beverage items.

Tony Roma’s Updating Its Flagship

Romacorp, the parent company of Tony Roma’s, plans to redesign the concept’s flagship store in Orlando. When completed, the operation will measure 8,800 square feet and have seating for 120 people.

Planet Hollywood Orlando Flagship Seeing New Stars

Planet Hollywood, whose casual theme celebrates the entertainment industry, is transforming its Orlando flagship location into a four-story stargazing observatory.

Peet’s Coffee & Tea Opens New Chicago Flagship Store

Peet’s Coffee & Tea in late January celebrated the grand opening of its new flagship store in the iconic Wrigley Building at 400 North Michigan Avenue. The store showcases the company’s new craft-focused contemporary design prototype while integrating the history and character of the building.