11) Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ Celebrates Grand Opening in Kings Mountain, NC
Crave’s menu features a variety of specialty hot dogs, including the nacho dog, loaded baked potato dog, Memphis dog, and more. The restaurant also has a variety of BBQ options, such as pulled pork, pulled chicken, and smoked brisket. In addition to its food, Crave is also known for its craft beer selection.
12) Ovation Welcomes Industry Veteran Jim Mizes to Advisory Board
Ovation, the guest experience platform for multi-unit restaurants, has announced the appointment of Jim Mizes to its advisory board. Mizes, former CEO of Blaze Pizza and a seasoned executive in the restaurant industry, brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to the Ovation team.
13) Toastique To Open in Kansas This Fall With Its First Location in Wichita
Toastique has garnered national acclaim for its fresh and artistic approach to crafting exquisite food grounded in paying homage to the natural beauty and simplicity found in locally sourced ingredients. Employing fresh produce and curating unique, thoughtful flavor combinations, Toastique has cultivated a rich menu of enticing and health-conscious toasts, smoothies, cold-pressed juices, and more.
14) Pepper Lunch Announces Sizzling Menu Updates for an Enhanced Dining Experience
Pepper Lunch, the Japanese-born experiential fast-casual concept unlike any other, with more than 500 locations in 15 countries, is enhancing its entire menu, with a focus on elevated quality and operational simplicity.
15) Teriyaki Madness Signs Franchise Agreement in Lynchburg, Virginia with Multi-Unit Dairy Queen Franchisees
Teriyaki Madness, the rapidly expanding Asian fast casual franchise with 150+ units in 40 states, has signed its first franchise agreement in Lynchburg, Virginia. This milestone will mark the brand’s fifth location in the state.
16) Fresh Flavors of South Block to Wow the West End on July 20
Good times incoming! South Block – the fast-casual chain serving up açai bowls, smoothies, toasts and cold-pressed juices – is bringing its signature flavors and refreshing menu items to West End this summer, with a new D.C. location.
17) Nick the Greek Introduces Authentic Greek Cuisine to Petaluma
Nick the Greek, a West Coast-based chain serving up authentic Greek street food, has debuted in Petaluma, California. The fast-growing brand’s newest restaurant is owned and operated by experienced franchisees Ken Arslaner and Carolyn Bell, who have partnered with the brand since 2022 and operate Nick the Greek’s Santa Rosa location.
18) Dickey’s Barbecue Opens Second Store in Clarksville, TN
The Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Clarksville, TN have officially opened the doors to their new store this week. As of July 16th, 2024, the hungry folks of the Clarksville community can indulge in the historic barbecue brand’s Legit. Texas. Barbecue. at the brand-new Dickey’s. This is Owner/Operator Douglas Keenum’s second Dickey’s franchise store in Clarksville.
19) Cheba Hut “Toasted” Subs Opens Location in North Las Vegas!
Cheba Hut, the unique sandwich shop and bar known for its toasted subs and laid-back atmosphere, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest location in North Las Vegas. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the brand as it continues to grow and bring its signature “Toasted” experience to more sandwich lovers across the Las Vegas Valley.
20) Aloha Flavors! Pokeworks Rolls Out Boba Teas, Smoothies, and a Hawaiian Dream Vacation in Partnership with Botrista Beverages.
Pokeworks and Botrista are teaming up to deliver fresh and delicious drinks to guests nationwide. In addition to popular boba milk teas, the partnership allows Pokeworks to introduce Botrista’s full lineup of craveable drinks for the first time, including popular smoothies and lemonades.