rd+d - franchising

Project Profile: Bar Louie

This polished-casual concept used extensive consumer feedback to create a brighter, more open space designed to turn customers into regulars.

The Great Greek Opens First New Hampshire Unit

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill opened a new location in Manchester, New Hampshire. This is the fast-casual eatery’s first unit in the state.

bite-sized buzz for November 2024

A development deal will bring cannabis-themed subs to Virginia. Plus, employees at two Amazon distribution centers will soon get the opportunity to buy pizza fresh from the vending machine. Here

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Pennsylvania Gets Greek

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill has opened its first Pennsylvania location in Center Valley.

Bad Ass Coffee Expands into South Carolina

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii will open three new units in South Carolina, with the brand’s Rock Hill location being its first in the state.

Little Caesars Enters Cambodia

Little Caesars opened its first Cambodian location on the island of Koh Pich this month.

Desert Donuts Enters Colorado

Arizona-based dessert shop Desert Donuts has opened its first-ever franchise location in Greenwood Village, Colo.

bite-sized buzz for October 2024

Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food gets new owners and Stoner's Pizza opens its 50th location. Here are some more interesting stories that came across the editor’s desk this month.

Teriyaki Madness Enters Wyoming

Teriyaki Madness signed a 3-unit franchise agreement in Wyoming. This will mark the brand’s first locations in the state.

How to Grow to 100 Units

As brands grow, challenges emerge as they reach certain milestones.

Toastique Breaks into Two New Markets

Toastique has expanded into Kansas with its first location set to open in Wichita this fall. Additionally, the brand has opened its first Los Angeles location.

bite-sized buzz for July 2024

A roundup of interesting bits of news that came across the editor’s desk in the last month including fresh prototype designs and JAY-Z's VIP-only pop-up.

bite-sized buzz for April 2024

A round-up of interesting bits of news that came across the editor’s desk, including franchise news and milestones.

bite-sized buzz for March 2024

A round-up of interesting bits of news that came across the editor’s desk, including franchise news and milestones. Plus, Dave’s Hot Chicken gets an investment from Ursher, baby.

Marco’s Pizza’s Strategic Development Plan

Fast-growing pizza chain Marco’s Pizza, based in Toledo, Ohio, awarded 86 franchise development deals and opened nearly 80 new stores in 2023. And the chain is not done growing.

Project Profile: Layne’s Chicken Fingers

After acquiring this college-town favorite, new ownership spent years taking it from a mom & pop to a franchisable concept.

bite-sized buzz for February 2024

A round-up of interesting bits of news that came across the editor’s desk, including franchise news, milestones and margarita merch.

NAPA Kitchen and Wine Franchises

NAPA Kitchen and Wine will open a new 7500-square-foot location in Ellis Preserve, Pa.

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Enters State of Wisconsin

Layne’s Chicken Fingers signed a three-unit franchise agreement.

Huckleberry’s Begins Southern Expansion

Huckleberry’s Breakfast & Lunch brought the “bayou” to the Lone Star State with its first-ever Texas restaurant.

bite-sized buzz for January 2024

A roundup of interesting bits of news that came across the editor’s desk in the last month.

Fluffy Fluffy Expands to the Southern U.S.

Japanese-style souffle pancakes have landed in Texas thanks to the recent expansion of a Canada-based brand.

McAlister’s to Bring 10 Units to Minnesota

McAlister’s Deli will debut in Minnesota thanks to a 10-unit franchise agreement.

Captain D's Signs First Franchisee in Canada

The U.S.-based brand will expand into Canada thanks to a new franchise development agreement.

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue Opens Five Locations

Hawaii-based restaurant franchise L&L Hawaiian Barbecue recently opened five new locations including the brand's first stand-alone unit that features a drive-thru.