Franchising

Checkers & Rally's opens another Philly restaurant

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September 17, 2024

Checkers and Rally's has opened another restaurant in Philadelphia. It is owned and operated by franchisee Dinesh Goswami, according to a press release.

This latest venture is Goswami's sixth Checkers and Rally's location. He opened his first Checkers and Rally's restaurant in the city in August 2023 and has two units in the pipeline to open by the end of the year. He also owns several other franchise concepts on the East Coast, including Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Popeyes.

"My business partners and I were looking to continue growing the Checkers and Rally's brand and we are eager to open our sixth location in the Philadelphia market," Goswami said in the press release. "The brand's model is efficient and scalable for us as operators, allowing us to continue offering more customers flavorful products in an approachable and quick service environment. Adding a sixth location in the Philly market will provide more opportunities for job creation and business growth to the area, and we look forward to serving our community."

Robert Bhagwandat, senior director of franchise development at Checkers Drive-in Restaurants, said the company is thrilled to see Goswami and his team continue growing in the Philadelphia market.

"Checkers and Rally's continues to attract entrepreneurs who share our vision and passion for delivering outstanding food and service. We look forward to working closely with Dinesh and helping him make a splash in Philadelphia with this new venture," he said in the press release.

The news comes on the heels of Checkers Drive-In Restaurants Inc. bringing on Chris Tebben as president and CEO.

Checkers Drive-In Restaurants Inc. is based in Tampa, Florida and has 800 restaurants.