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Meta Lab @ Best Buy to Open in More Than 50 Stores

by Katie Lee

Minneapolis — In partnership with Meta, Best Buy is bringing Meta Lab @ Best Buy to more than 50 of its stores this summer. These 900-square-foot experiential spaces give customers a hands-on way to explore Meta’s AI glasses and VR headsets through interactive demos and displays, smart mirrors, personalized fittings and more. “Our customers are passionate about experiencing what’s next and they turn to Best Buy to bring it to life,” says Patrick McGinnis, chief merchandising officer at Best Buy. “Meta Lab @ Best Buy is an experience customers can’t …

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White Castle to Open in Texas for First Time in 105-Year History

by Katie Lee

Columbus, Ohio — White Castle®, America’s first fast-food hamburger chain with a storied 105-year history, broke ground on June 2 on its first-ever Texas location at Grandscape in The Colony, Texas. The expected grand opening is late fall 2026. The 3,430-square-foot restaurant will feature a double drive-thru with both canopy and patio seating. Cuhaci Peterson partnered with White Castle on the store design. “As a family-owned business, we’ve wanted to get to Texas for a long time, and today we’re making it official. The Crave is here to stay,” says …

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Perfumania and The Fragrance Outlet to Open 43 New Stores Nationwide

by Katie Lee

New York City — RCS Real Estate Advisors, a leading national retail real estate advisory firm specializing in store growth and portfolio optimization, counseled internationally recognized fragrance retailers Perfumania and The Fragrance Outlet on the opening of 43 new stores across prominent malls and outlet centers nationwide. These transactions build on the opening of 31 stores in 2025, reflecting sustained momentum across the portfolio’s long term growth initiative. The new locations are expected to open throughout 2026 and 2027. “Our work with Perfumania and The Fragrance Outlet continues to evolve …

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Krystal Makes its Northeast Debut with First Location in New Jersey

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Krystal, the iconic quick-service chain that has been serving its signature square sliders hot off the grill since 1932, opened its first New Jersey restaurant on June 4 in Union, marking the brand’s Northeast debut. “Opening our first restaurant in New Jersey is a major milestone for Krystal and an important next step for the brand,” says Amanda Hyde, chief operating officer of Krystal. “Krystal has always had fans beyond the South, and now we’re proud to introduce the full experience to the Northeastern community.” Krystal is actively …

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BJ’s Wholesale Club Accelerates Growth with New Locations in Kentucky, Florida and Indiana

by Katie Lee

Marlborough, Mass. — BJ’s Wholesale Club is planning its next wave of new club growth with locations in Kentucky, Florida and Indiana set to open this fiscal year. The new clubs are part of the company’s ongoing strategy to open 25-30 new clubs every 2 years. The new clubs will be located in: • Frankfort, Ky. • Ocala, Fla. • Lecanto, Fla. • Port St. Lucie, Fla. • Portage, Ind. This expansion strengthens BJ’s presence in the Florida market up to 46 clubs and grows BJ’s footprint in the recently …

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Giordano’s to Debut Washington, D.C., Location

by Katie Lee

Washington, D.C. — Giordano’s, the legendary Chicago-based pizzeria known for its iconic stuffed deep-dish pizza, will officially open its first Washington, D.C., location on June 9. Located at 600 14th St. NW in the city’s bustling Lafayette Square neighborhood, the restaurant will bring its world-famous Chicago pizza to the heart of the nation’s capital. The new 7,400-square-foot restaurant features seating for more than 180 guests, including a 130-seat dining room, 16-seat bar area, a 20-seat seasonal patio and a 20-seat private dining area named The Lincoln Room. The restaurant plans …

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Dog Haus Adds to Executive Leadership Team

by Katie Lee

Pasadena, Calif. — Dog Haus is following up the announcement of a 50-unit development deal with the appointment of Chris Rigassio as president and chief development officer, and Garen Khodaverdian as chief operating officer. Beyond their franchisee deal and leadership roles, they also joined the brand’s partnership, alongside company founders Hagop Giragossian, Quasim Riaz and André Vener, as well as CEO Michael Montagano. Reporting directly to Montagano, the seasoned franchise leaders will oversee the brand’s planned 1,500-unit expansion across new and existing markets — beginning immediately with their first location …

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OLIVE YOUNG Debuts in the U.S. with First Store in Pasadena, Calif.

by Katie Lee

Los Angeles — OLIVE YOUNG, a leading beauty and lifestyle retailer from Korea, has officially opened OLIVE YOUNG Pasadena, its first brick-and-mortar store in the United States. The company also launched a U.S.-exclusive online store, expanding access to customers nationwide. Located at 58 W. Colorado Blvd., the 8,647-square-foot OLIVE YOUNG Pasadena marks a significant milestone in the brand’s global expansion. Inspired by the fast-moving beauty culture and retail energy of Seoul, the store offers a highly curated assortment of trending K-beauty, wellness and globally popular brands across skincare, makeup, hair …

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Xponential Fitness Signs 127-Unit Development Deal in 6 States

by Katie Lee

Irvine, Calif. — Xponential Fitness has signed a multi-unit franchise deal with Riser Fitness to develop 127 new Club Pilates studios over the next 5 years. Riser Fitness has also obtained the rights to develop all remaining, non-contracted studio locations in six states, including California, Idaho, Minnesota, Nevada, Oregon and Washington. Riser Fitness, a family-owned operator, maintains more than 110 studios across eight states with a growing international footprint. Most recently, the company debuted its first Club Pilates studio in Mexico City and will begin a 40-unit development plan alongside …

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Your Pie Targets Southeast Growth with Redesigned Restaurant Format

by Katie Lee

Alpharetta, Ga. — Your Pie, a pizza brand known for its customizable brick-oven pizzas and open-kitchen dining experience, is targeting scalable growth across the Southeast, with a focus on metro Atlanta, the Chattanooga-Knoxville-Nashville corridor and Columbia, S.C. “Focusing on the Southeast markets is big for Your Pie right now, especially with the growing population and demand for something new in those areas,” says Ken Caldwell, CEO and head of development of Your Pie. “We believe that these markets resonate exceptionally well with our brand and will give us the opportunity …

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