rd+d - franchising

Peer to Peer: Antonio McBroom, Primo Partners

Franchise developer Antonio McBroom discusses getting into franchising and growing his business.

Cilantro Taco Grill Plans to go (Mr.) Worldwide

Cilantro Taco Grill has partnered with Armando Christian Perez (better known as pop star Pitbull) and Fransmart and plans to open more than 1,000 units worldwide over the next 10 years.

Dae Gee Korean BBQ to Expand Internationally

Dae Gee Korean BBQ, a full-service Korean barbeque concept, has signed a master franchise agreement that will bring as many as 20 new restaurants to Mexico.

After More Than 50 Years Beef-A-Roo Goes Modular

Quick-service beef-and-burger franchise Beef-A-Roo is moving into Wisconsin with the help of the brand’s new modular container concept.

Latin French Fry Concept Announces Four new Locations

Buena Papa Fry Bar, a fast-casual restaurant that serves Latin-inspired meals on fries, announced three new franchise locations in North Carolina and one in Florida.

Best Practices for Intentional Restaurant Design

More chains are building a degree of distinction into locations to give them "an extra degree of thoughtfulness," says Kendra Payne, director of design and project management, Slim Chickens. Here

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Focus Brands Commits to Co-Branding

“Dual branding is the future of our brands,” says Brian Krause, chief development officer at Focus Brands.

Capital Tacos Aims to Triple Its Footprint In 2023

Capital Tacos, a Tex-Mex franchise has announced development plans that will more than triple the restaurant’s footprint in 2023.

Best Practices for Great Franchisee Relationships

Here are nine best practices for maintaining great relationships with franchisees.

Walk-On’s to Debut New Prototype in Louisiana

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux’s newest prototype aims for greater efficiency and a lower cost of entry for franchisees.

Biggby to Open First Georgia Location

Biggby Coffee continues its aggressive expansion plans by breaking into the Georgia market.

Nékter Signs 64 New Franchise Locations

Nékter Juice Bar has signed 64 new franchise locations in 2022, introducing five new markets to the brand’s roster.

Capriotti’s and Wing Zone Expand Nationally

Two fast-casual restaurant franchises remain on track to meet 2022 growth goals.

Teriyaki Madness to Open 91 New Locations

Seattle-style Teriyaki shop Teriyaki Madness welcomed 27 new franchise partners with plans to open a total of 91 new units.

Salad and Go Expands into North Texas

Salad and Go’s Texas footprint will grow significantly with the addition of seven new locations in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

TOUS les JOURS Reopens Queens Location After Remodel

French-Asian bakery cafe chain, TOUS les JOURS, has revealed a sophisticated new store design for its Union Street location in Flushing, Queens following

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Best Practices to Get Started with Franchising

Your brand is successful and it may be time to franchise but how do you get started?

Captain D’s to Develop 10 Units in Memphis Region

Captain D’s recently opened its newest franchised location in Memphis.

New Look, Same Personality for Tijuana Flats

This Tex-Mex chain is keeping its irreverent feel with a redesign aimed at franchising.

How to Create Authentic Design

Authenticity is key to a restaurant having a soul, and it can’t be faked.

Tous les Jours Details Robust Development Plans for 2022

“This year will be a significant one for Tous les Jours,” says Sam Hong, business development manager.

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Debuts in North and South Dakota With Two Restaurant Openings

Fast-casual restaurant concept Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announced the brand's entrance to North and South Dakota.

Krystal to Open First Location in Puerto Rico

Krystal is opening its first location in Puerto Rico.

Super Chix Goes Big in the Garden State

Chicken tenders QSR Super Chix signed a new franchise development agreement for at least 23 restaurants in Northern New Jersey.

Bad Ass Coffee Unveils New Prototypes, Formats

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii unveiled new prototypes that emphasize franchisee and customer flexibility, including double drive-thru lanes and streamlined order pickups.

Famous Toastery Recovers from Pandemic Pains, Relaunches Franchise Efforts

After a spate of closings and a franchisee bankruptcy, Famous Toastery sustained its scratch-kitchen model and went on to open three new locations in 2020 as well as its first ghost kitchen.