Greenville, S.C. — New York Butcher Shoppe, a neighborhood butcher and specialty market, is making strides in its franchise development goals for 2026. The news follows a recent announcement of a strategic investment partnership with The Foundry Group, which brings hands‑on operational expertise to strengthen the company’s foundation and support scalable, nationwide franchise growth.
New York Butcher Shoppe currently operates 42 units across 10 states and is advancing toward its 50th location, set to open by the end of the year. The brand’s development pipeline is robust, with nine new stores slated to open across a variety of franchise-friendly states, including Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee.
This year, the brand also has plans to enter two new states, Virginia and Maryland. Additionally, it is finalizing two multi-unit deals in Alabama and St. Louis, Mo.
“The growth we’re seeing right now is a direct reflection of the confidence our franchise partners have in this brand and the business model behind it,” says Joseph Giordano, vice president of corporate & franchise development. “As we expand into new states and welcome more multi‑unit operators, it’s clear that The New York Butcher Shoppe offers a rare combination of strong unit economics, operational support and a concept that truly resonates in every community we enter. The opportunity ahead of us is tremendous, and we’re just getting started.”
Founded in 1999 in Mt. Pleasant, S.C., the New York Butcher Shoppe has grown under the leadership of Jim Tindal and Todd Prochaska, expanding throughout the Southeast while staying true to its commitment to exceptional quality, service and an inviting shopping experience. The traditional prototype offers an average footprint of 1,400 to 1,800 square feet, while the wine bar prototype typically occupies 2,500 to 3,000 square feet. Both formats give franchisees room to tailor the experience to their community while maintaining the brand’s signature atmosphere. For more information, visit https://www.nybutcher.com/franchise.
The Foundry Group is a restaurant development, investment and management company focused on building and scaling distinctive hospitality brands. The firm operates across two core verticals: creating and operating original concepts and active equity partnerships to support concept growth and expansion. For more information, visit https://thefoundrygroup.com/.
SOURCE: New York Butcher Shoppe