Earlier in September, multi-concept franchising company BRIX Holdings LLC (631/615-6711) added the Souper Salad and Greenz to its roster of franchise chains. “These acquisitions are consistent with our focus on healthier menus driving a healthy business opportunity,” said Joe Vitrano, CEO…
On The Move……
James Greco has joined the growing Newk’s Eatery (601/982-1160) restaurant chain as Chief Operating Officer. In his new role with the quick casual franchise company, he will provide leadership for operating success, expand the company’s development program and help hone…
Franchise Growth in the Southeast
Quick service Mexican menu chain Del Taco has announced commitments for 28 new locations to open throughout the Southeast. This latest expansion is part of the company’s larger strategy to take its fresh, made-to-order Mexican and American food across the…
Increasing NJ Presence
In late September, Roy Rogers Restaurants reported that it had signed a development agreement with an area franchise group led by veteran restaurant operator Dipen Desai to develop Roy Rogers quick service restaurants across Bergen and Essex counties in northern…
Relocates from Crowded Chicago
Sarpino’s Pizzeria veterans Iryna and Ihar Dziatko have relocated to the Atlanta, Georgia area and have opened a Sarpino’s Pizzeria at 1000 North Side Drive NW, serving the greater Midtown area. The husband and wife team plan to open two…
The Deal is Off
In the Summer, it was reported that The Fireplace restaurant on Beacon St. in Brookline, Massachusetts would be closing and New Haven, Connecticut-based Pepe’s Pizzeria would be locating in the space. Earlier in September, The Fireplace owner Jim Solomon has…
Not Changing Award-Winning Exterior
According to various reports, Greensboro, North Carolina-based Cook Out Restaurants has acquired the Zesto on Ponce de Leon restaurant in Atlanta that closed in late September. According to permits filed with the city, the unit’s unique exterior will remain the…
100 is Ten Year Plan
John Bornoty launched The Big Salad quick service concept in 2008 with the goal to grow in such a way that is sustainable in terms of maintaining superior product and service offerings, as well as being an asset to the…
New Chick in Savannah
Southern fast casual restaurant concept Chicken Salad Chick opened its latest franchise location earlier in the month in Savannah, Georgia. Located in a 2400 square foot in-line unit in the Savannah Centre, the restaurant is owned by franchisees Tim and…
Back from the Brink
Bennigan’s is undergoing a strong renaissance after a major restructuring while simultaneously redefining casual dining. Since the end of 2012, the company has opened new franchise locations in Clarksburg, Maryland, in Fort Worth and Houston, Texas, in Saddle Brook in…