11) Seven Brothers Burgers Grills up Nineteen Store Deal
Seven Brothers Burgers, the Hawaiian-born burger joint that has been putting a family-oriented, quality-driven spin on burgers since 2009, has signed a groundbreaking deal that will bring 19 storefronts to consumers in Phoenix, Arizona; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Idaho.
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, a celebrated name in delicious, home-style fried chicken for more than 55 years, recently hosted its “Family Reunion” Brand Conference in Louisville, KY, bringing together employees and franchisees to recognize their top performers. Perhaps the biggest moment of the event was the unveiling of a new restaurant prototype designed by Chute Gerdeman that will launch in 2024.
13) Restaurant Marketing Ideas for December
Many restaurant owners have been making their marketing lists and checking them twice, knowing that shoppers are hungry for special holiday dining deals and experiences. These operators realize that the holiday season is the perfect time of year to promote their restaurants.
14) Shawarma Press Continues Expansion With Opening of Flagship Location in Georgia
Shawarma Press, the first authentic Shawarma franchise in the U.S., announced plans for continued expansion with the opening of its flagship restaurant in Georgia. Located in the thriving Atlanta suburb of Johns Creek, the popular Mediterranean spot is the first of several franchise units planned throughout the state.
15) Dickey’s Barbecue Offering Holiday Feasts and a New Side Dish
This holiday season, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has everything you need to enjoy a stress-free Thanksgiving, as well as the debut of a new featured side dish! Through January 5th, the Texas-style barbecue brand is offering their guests a variety of gathering-friendly options – The Complete Feast and Dinner Feast – as well as its fan-favorite Ready to Eat Holiday Big Yellow Box.
16) Pokeworks Celebrates Expansion into Canada with Four New Locations
Renowned for launching the worldwide poké movement, Pokeworks is dedicated to meeting the growing demand for high-quality, premium fast-casual cuisine. Before the year is out, Pokeworks will introduce its innovative flavours to Canadian guests for the first time.
More than 20 restaurants located throughout Orange County raised more than $40,000 in October during the ‘Ohana Mai Tai fundraiser with funds now being distributed to hundreds of hospitality workers on Maui, most of whom lost friends and family members, their homes, and their livelihoods.
18) Sweetfin Creates One-of-a-Kind Chengdu Crunch Bowl through Exclusive Collaboration with Fly By Jing
Imagine a bowl filled withh fresh grilled chicken, forbidden rice, and the extra crunchy, umami-packed, savory, and spicy new Chengdu Crunch chili condiment from Fly By Jing. It’s now a reality, all thanks to the latest chef-driven collaboration from Sweetfin.
19) Eco-Products Earns B Corp Recertification for Using Business as a Force for Good
Eco-Products has been recertified as a B Corporation, once again achieving the coveted distinction for meeting “high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency.” This is the third time the company has gone through the rigorous certification and verification process.
20) Poké House Comes to San Diego
The nation has fallen in love with poké, evident in the growing demand for the delicious dish and the expansion of Poké House, one of the fastest-growing poké restaurant concepts in the U.S. The company has added several new locations to its list of openings, with the most recent one announced for San Diego, California.
