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May 1, 2026
Scooter’s Coffee Announces Southeast Growth
Omaha, Neb.-based Scooter’s Coffee is raising a cup to one of its largest multiunit development agreements yet.
May 1, 2026
16 Handles Adds First 8 Units in California
New York-based 16 Handles has signed deals that will bring its first eight units to California. Two units each will open in South Orange County, San Fernando Valley, North San Diego and the San Francisco Bay Area. Franchisees the Karthiks, based in the Bay Area, say, “What drew us to 16 Handles was the strength…
April 28, 2026
Dirty Soda Chain Swig Inks 25-Unit Deal
The first of the beverage brand’s new Southern Florida locations are expected to open by the end of 2026.
April 27, 2026
Compass Group Adds Food Waste Reduction Technology
Compass will launch the system beginning in 2027 as it continues to reduce food waste across its operations.
April 24, 2026
Stoner’s Pizza Joint Enters Kansas, Tennessee
The QSR brand will add one unit each in the two states, plus expand its footprint in Georgia.
April 21, 2026
Starbucks Invests $100M in Southeast Expansion
Starbucks will establish an additional support office in Nashville, Tenn., where it expects to have 2,000 support jobs. Many of the roles will be tied to growth in the south and east.
April 20, 2026
Chicken Salad Chick Marks Record Growth
The fast-casual is celebrating its strongest quarter of franchise development thus far.
April 20, 2026
Broken Yolk Cafe Plans First Midwest Units
The San Diego-based brand has planned two cafes in Indiana and will open the first one this fall.
April 16, 2026
The Peach Cobbler Factory Expands Into 7 States
The Florida-based brand has signed deals and new partners in each of the states.
April 16, 2026
Freddy’s Launches First Military Base Location
The small-format restaurant includes a streamlined kitchen and a simplified menu designed for the space.
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