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The Halal Guys Builds Midwest Momentum with Kansas City Debut

by Katie Lee

Kansas City, Mo. — The Halal Guys, the largest American Halal street food concept in the world, is expanding rapidly across the Midwest, recently announcing a multi-unit franchise deal to open locations in Missouri. The first is slated for Kansas City with at least four additional units to follow. The announcement comes on the heels of an expansion into Ohio that will more than double The Halal Guys’ footprint in the region. Franchisee Osama Hanif will bring the quintessential New York City street cart food experience to Kansas City diners …

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Saladworks Signs Deal with Ghost Kitchen Brands to Open 90 Non-Traditional Locations by End of 2021

by Katie Lee

West Conshohocken, Pa. —  Saladworks, a leading fast-casual salad brand, has signed a deal with Ghost Kitchen Brands to double its footprint across the United States and Canada. The agreement will bring 60 non-traditional locations to the U.S. and 30 to Canada by the end of 2021. Many of these new kitchens will live inside Walmart stores offering some seating, and all locations included in the deal will offer carry-out and third-party delivery. “Saladworks is a perfect strategic partner for Ghost Kitchen Brands as we continue to grow and reinvent …

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Dogtopia Signs 15 New Franchise Agreements in Texas; Plans to Open 50 U.S. Locations in 2021

by Katie Lee

Phoenix — Dogtopia, a leading dog daycare, boarding and spa franchise with more than 150 locations open, will soon add to its 15 daycares throughout the state of Texas. With two locations under construction, the company signed agreements with three new franchisees, who committed to 15 more daycares throughout San Antonio, Houston and Corpus Christi. Accounting for San Antonio and Corpus Christi’s growth will be serial investor Deven Bhakta. He will develop seven daycares in San Antonio and an additional one in Corpus Christi. New Houston franchisees Amber Woods and Cody …

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Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Launches New Taqueria Concept

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Irving, Texas — Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, a Texas-based Baja-style restaurant group, has launched a new concept, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Taqueria. The Taqueria encompasses everything fans have come to love about the brand with the same recipes, but will offer a slightly reduced menu in a smaller, to-go focused footprint. Fuzzy’s Taqueria will open its first location in Minneapolis, a new market for the brand which has nearly 150 franchise- and corporate-owned locations in 16 states (17, when Minnesota opens). Plans for the new footprint began prior to the pandemic, as …

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The Halal Guys to Double its Midwest Presence

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Columbus, Ohio — The Halal Guys recently signed a franchise deal to open its first locations in Ohio, more than doubling its presence in the Midwest and building on successful locations in Illinois. Franchisee group Smart Choice Food LLC will open seven locations in the greater Columbus area, with plans to open the first locations this year. Smart Choice Food LLC is eager to bring the quintessential New York City street cart food experience to Ohio diners. “The economy in Columbus was on the upswing prior to COVID-19, but it …

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Brooklyn Dumpling Shop Inks First Multi-Unit Franchising Deal

by Katie Lee

New York City — Brooklyn Dumpling Shop, a fast-growing dumpling automat concept, has signed its first franchising deal to bring five locations to Connecticut. The brand is poised to disrupt the quick-service restaurant industry with its innovative automat technology and contactless format. Even before the first location opens its doors in New York, potential franchisees are eager to sign on to the concept. The franchisee’s first location will be in New Haven, where Yale is located, as the concept is perfect for college cities and residents will be able to …

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Antioch Pizza Shop Plans Strategic Franchise Expansion Plan

by Katie Lee

Antioch, Ill. — Antioch Pizza Shop has announced a strategic franchising initiative that will accelerate its expansion plans in target markets. With seven locations open and three more in development in Illinois and Wisconsin, Antioch Pizza Shop has set its sights on targeted franchise growth, zeroing in on key markets throughout the Midwest and Southeast. “We’ve seen how our dedication to the communities we serve has bred success, and we think it’s time for people from all over the Midwest and Southeast to experience what makes Antioch Pizza Shop special,” …

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Edible Opens Its First Ghost Kitchen, Optimizing Delivery Efforts

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Edible®, the world’s most beloved leading gifts and treats destination, opened its first ghost kitchen on February 6. Located in Tucker, Ga., the 1,700-square-foot facility serves as a delivery-only location while also providing shipping in its geographic area. Additionally, it serves as a backup for surrounding stores during the busiest times of the year, and several virtual brands will be tested there as well. The ghost kitchen’s first week open brought in more than $130,000 in sales. Given the prosperous debut of the first ghost kitchen, more locations …

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Sprouts Farmers Market Plans New Stores with New Format

by Katie Lee

Phoenix — Sprouts Farmers Market plans a series of new stores, including four with a new, smaller format in line with previously announced strategy, and one store relocation. The healthy grocer will open approximately 20 stores this year. Sprouts is known for offering a unique farmer’s market experience through an open layout fostering customer engagement, and a curated selection of innovative and responsibly sourced healthy products. “This year, Sprouts will densify its footprint with more stores opening in California, Florida and Texas,” says Dave McGlinchey, Sprouts’ chief format officer. “We’re …

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Coolgreens Partners with Interplan to Develop New Prototype Design

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Oklahoma City, Okla. — Coolgreens has teamed up with Interplan, a full-service architecture and engineering firm, to design a flexible prototype that can expand or contract in size based on market conditions. Coolgreens’ new base prototype utilizes a consistent kitchen design but allows franchisees to flex the space in the front of house as needed. Compared to its current 2,000-square-foot model, the adaptable prototype allows franchisees to choose a space ranging from 1,000 to 2,200 square feet, as well as elements such as a drive-thru and/or dine-in seating. “We are …

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