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REVOLVE Group Opens Permanent Store at The Grove in Los Angeles

by Katie Lee

Los Angeles — Global fashion retailer REVOLVE Group, Inc. has marked the official opening of its new store at The Grove in Los Angeles. REVOLVE is bringing its immersive retail experience to a prime location in Los Angeles with a new retail concept representing the next evolution of the brand’s commitment to immersive, elevated retail. Spanning 8,450 square feet, the two-story retail concept is designed to inspire discovery and connection. A strong, symmetrical entry sequence establishes an immediate sense of arrival, anchored by a sculptural spiral stair that serves as …

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Rita’s® Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Surpasses 600 Locations in 2025

by Katie Lee

Philadelphia — Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is entering 2026 with strong momentum following a record-setting year; the brand closed 2025 having surpassed 600 locations worldwide, reinforcing its position as the largest Italian Ice concept in the world and setting the stage for continued expansion in the year ahead. In 2025, Rita’s opened 35 new shops systemwide. U.S. openings increased 10% year-over-year, and new unit signings grew by nearly 10% year-over-year. This year, Rita’s expects to open approximately 45 additional shops. “Our focus in 2025 was building smarter, not …

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Fatburger Returns to Japan with First of 4 New Locations

by Katie Lee

Los Angeles — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Fatburger and 17 other restaurant concepts, has opened its newest Fatburger location in Okinawa in partnership with Green Micro Factory Inc., marking the brand’s highly anticipated return to Japan. The new location is the first of four Fatburger restaurants slated to open across Okinawa. “Fatburger’s strong legacy of serving quality, made-to-order burgers and other signature menu offerings has made the brand an international favorite,” says Jake Berchtold, COO of FAT Brands’ fast casual division. “We look forward to …

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Flooring For The Future

by Katie Lee

— By Jordan Munro — Flooring strategies for retail & restaurant facilities: balancing aesthetics, durability and long term ROI. In today’s retail and restaurant environments, flooring decisions are no longer purely aesthetic choices. Facility managers, operators and designers are increasingly aware that the surfaces beneath our feet play a critical role in shaping customer experiences, operational efficiency and long term financial outcomes. Whether it’s a boutique retailer, a bustling quick-service restaurant or a luxury dining establishment, flooring must withstand relentless foot traffic, align with evolving design trends and deliver measurable …

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Teriyaki Madness Opens 200th Location

by Katie Lee

San Antonio — On Dec. 19, 2025, Teriyaki Madness (TMAD) celebrated a major milestone with the grand opening of its 200th shop, located at 18410 Highway 281 N. in San Antonio. Franchisees Daniel Gifford and Gilbert Vergara are behind the new restaurant, marking their second TMAD shop in the Alamo City. This milestone is part of TMAD’s 2025 expansion, which saw 47 new shops open during 2025 alone, bringing the brand’s total to 200 locations nationwide. The San Antonio shop joins three additional openings on Dec. 19: Fresno, Calif.; Niles, …

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Miniso to Open its Largest Bay Area Store this Month

by Katie Lee

Fremont, Calif. — MINISO, a global lifestyle brand, will open its largest Bay Area store on Jan. 17, 2026 at Pacific Commons Shopping Center in Fremont, Calif. Spanning more than 12,000 square feet, the new location represents a major milestone in MINISO’s Northern California expansion. Managed by Phoenix-based Vestar, Pacific Commons Shopping Center is conveniently located off the I-880 Freeway at Auto Mall Parkway. The new MINISO store is situated at the intersection of Boscell Road and Curie Street, next to T.J. Maxx and across from Costco. “The opening of …

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Mellow Mushroom Finishes 2025 With Expanded Kitchen Tech and New Growth Plans

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Mellow Mushroom, the psychedelic pizza franchise known for its imaginative pizzas, hand-tossed stone-baked dough and unique atmosphere, spent 2025 focused on restaurant operations. Work centered on kitchen execution, back-office efficiency and guest engagement infrastructure. Those initiatives carry into 2026, during which the company expects to be bullish on renewals and new restaurant growth. Over the last year, about one-third of restaurants moved onto a digital kitchen platform. Implementation took place location by location to align with each restaurant’s layout and workflow. The platform is already showing improvements in …

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Zales Unveils “The Edit”: A New Jewelry Retail Concept

by Katie Lee

New York City — Zales, a legendary fine jewelry retailer, is ushering in a new era of jewelry shopping with the launch of The Edit, a next-generation in-store retail concept that blends style, storytelling and premier service. Now open in four markets with plans for continued expansion in 2026, The Edit introduces a fresh, modern approach to jewelry discovery — one that’s more personal, inspiring and intuitive. The new stores mark a pivotal step in Zales’ transformation following its 2025 “Own It” rebrand, reinforcing the company’s vision of making fine …

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Bella’s Market Opens as Utah City’s First New Grocery Store in More Than 100 Years

by Katie Lee

Utah City, Utah — Bella’s Market has opened in Utah City, Utah, making it the first new grocery store in Utah City for more than 100 years. Bella’s is locally owned and operated by Lee’s Marketplace in Utah City. Design teams RDC and DyeLot Interiors collaborated on the project, with RDC serving as the store’s architect, and DyeLot providing interior design and branding services. Bella’s Market is supported and managed by Logan, Utah-based Lee’s Marketplace through a partnership with Utah City, built by Woodbury Corp and Flagship Cos. “The concept …

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Twin Peaks to Debut in Connecticut with 3-Unit Franchise Agreement

by Katie Lee

Dallas — Twin Hospitality Group Inc., parent company of Twin Peaks Restaurant, has signed a new area development agreement to bring its signature Twin Peaks sports lodge experience to Connecticut. The agreement marks Twin Peaks’ debut in the state and includes development rights for three future lodges across key markets, including New Haven, Hartford, Danbury, Stamford/Bridgeport and Waterbury. The new lodges will be developed by New London Hospitality, led by business partners Deepak Verma and Kam Singh, both seasoned entrepreneurs with extensive experience in the hospitality space and multi-unit operations. …

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