Catch up on the latest restaurant franchise news from Keke’s Breakfast Cafe, Biscuit Belly, Eggs Up Grill, The Peach Cobbler Factory, Urban Bird Hot Chicken, Wahlburgers, Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream, Toppers Pizza, Rock N’ Roll Sushi, Hot Head Burritos, and R&R Brands.
Keke’s Breakfast Cafe Celebrates 10 Openings in the First Half of 2025, Eyes Continued Growth in Key U.S. Markets
Keke’s Breakfast Cafe, the high-volume, low-hour breakfast and brunch franchise backed by Denny’s Corporation, is celebrating a strong first half of the year with record-setting openings, a vibrant new cafe design and continued expansion across high-potential United States markets.
Biscuit Belly Builds for the Future as Franchise Momentum Sets Stage for Record-Breaking 2026
With a new restaurant open in South Carolina and multiple deals in the works, Biscuit Belly’s Southern brunch franchise is gearing up for its biggest year yet.
Eggs Up Grill Nears 100th Location with 11 Openings, New Loyalty Program, and Franchise Growth Leadership in 2025
Eggs Up Grill opened six new restaurants and is on pace to reach its 100th location in Q3, a milestone that reflects the growing demand for its high-quality breakfast and lunch experience in communities across the country.
The Peach Cobbler Factory Accelerates Growth in Larger U.S. Cities
Everyone knows that America’s love for Peach Cobbler was born and nurtured in the rural areas and smaller towns of the South. So, today it’s no surprise that The Peach Cobbler Factory (PCF) brand and its franchisees are thriving in the Southern states near their roots!
Urban Bird Hot Chicken Celebrates the Grand Opening of its 21st Location at 1014 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX 77055
Known for its bold flavors, handcrafted hot chicken and unique menu, Urban Bird Hot Chicken continues its expansion across the nation with this exciting new opening and franchising program offering aspiring entrepreneurs and fans of the brand an opportunity to own a piece of the Urban Bird legacy.
Wahlburgers Takes Flight at Detroit Metropolitan Airport
Wahlburgers, founded by brothers Mark, Donnie and Chef Paul Wahlberg, is headed for Terminal A at the Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). The popular restaurant brand is preparing to land, bringing its signature gourmet burgers, sandwiches and more to Detroit travelers.
Happy Joe’s Hits Midyear Milestones with Record-Breaking Sales and Continued Growth
As Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream crosses the halfway point of 2025, it is celebrating a series of standout achievements, including record-breaking sales, national recognition and a wave of strategic growth.
Toppers Pizza Honors Top Franchisees at 2025 National Convention
The event focused on recognizing top performers, strengthening leadership skills and uniting team members through a shared commitment to customer satisfaction and store-level excellence.
Rock N’ Roll Sushi Enters Agreement to Bring Multiple New Units to Nashville
Rock N’ Roll Sushi has signed a multi-unit development deal to expand its Sushi Amplified footprint in the greater Music City market. This announcement follows rapid growth across the Southeast and marks a strategic push into a thriving culinary region.
Hot Head Burritos Celebrated Its Auburn Debut on July 8
This new store continues a series of openings for Hot Head Burritos as the brand spreads into high-traffic, strategic markets across the U.S. – positioning the franchise for accelerated growth nationwide.
R&R Brands Doubles Down on Louisiana Roots with New Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux in Central
R&R Brands, the largest Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux franchisee and a rapidly growing multi-concept hospitality and entertainment company, is celebrating a major milestone with the opening of its 12th Walk-On’s restaurant in Baton Rouge.