Papa John's International acquires 91 UK stores

June 5, 2023

Papa John's International Inc. has acquired restaurants previously operated by the M25 division of Drake Food Service International in the United Kingdom.

Papa Johns franchisee becomes mogul in his own franchise

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Nadeem Bajwa began his Papa Johns career as a delivery driver. Today, he owns 192 franchises and has his sights set on 500.

Highlights: Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit 2023

This past March, restaurant industry leaders gathered in Miami for the 7th annual Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit.

Burger King to shutter up to 400 units by end of 2023

May 11, 2023

Burger King is planning to close up to 400 units this year. CEO Joshua Kobza said in a Q1 earning call that the brand typically closes "a couple hundred…

Beef-a-Roo to open 3 locations in Wisconsin

May 4, 2023

Beef-a-Roo has announced the development of three new locations in Southern Wisconsin. Three restaurants will open in Beloit, Janesville and Monroe, according…

Dual-branded Quiznos, Taco Del Mar flagship opens in Florida

April 27, 2023

Rego Restaurant Group, which owns Quiznos and Taco Del Mar, has opened its first dual-branded location.

Smalls Sliders slides into Denham Springs

April 18, 2023

Smalls Sliders has opened a store in Denham Springs, Louisiana.

Subway inks 5 multi-user agreements

April 17, 2023

Subway has inked five multi-unit owner agreements across Texas, Florida, Arizona and the mid-Atlantic, according to a press release.

Papa Johns franchisee to open 650 restaurants in India

April 7, 2023

Papa John's International Inc. has announced a partnership with PJP Investments Group to open 650 restaurants in India by 2033, with the first scheduled to…

Executive perspectives: restaurant experts offer advice for operators

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

Bryce Fluellen shows how Everytable's unique franchising model tackles food insecurity, builds communities and fuels growth/profits; Blaine Hurst of Blaine…

Tims China closes deal to become developer of Popeyes in China

March 31, 2023

Tims China has closed the deal to become the operator and developers of Popeyes in Mainland China, according to a press release.

Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken opens 1st of 12 Michigan units

March 23, 2023

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken franchisees Noman Aiyash and Leo Gonzalez will open the first of 12 planned units for Michigan on March 27 in the town of Livonia.

Garces Group, Ballad Brands, Ideation Hospitality make Buena Onda winner

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In a keynote address at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit, three restaurant execs discuss launching Buena Onda, which now has five locations.

Popeyes franchisee to open 50 units in 1 year

March 20, 2023

Restaurant Brands International and Jubilant FoodWorks plan to open 50 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen units in a year in India, according to a CNBC 18 report.

Layne's Chicken Fingers opens 1st drive-thru-only location

March 15, 2023

Layne's Chicken Fingers has opened its first drive-thru-only location in Houston, according to a press release.

Chick-fil-A to open unit at O'Hare International Airport

March 15, 2023

Chick-fil-A, in partnership with Hyde Park Hospitality and Phillips Concessions, will open a restaurant at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, according…

Largest Black-owned Ben & Jerry's franchise company looks to motivate, lead

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Primo Partners owns and operates 14 Ben & Jerry's locations. The company is led by Antonio McBroom, Eric Taylor and Phillip Scott, three Black entrepreneurs…

Jack in the Box inks deals for Arkansas, Florida

March 3, 2023

Jack in the Box has inked 14 restaurant commitments to bring the brand to Florida and Arkansas. This will be the first time the brand has entered Arkansas and…

Andy's Frozen Custard opens in Prosper, Texas

March 1, 2023

Andy's Frozen Custard has opened in Prosper, Texas. The store is located at 1151 East 1st Street, according to a press release.

How to create wealth in Black community through franchise ownership

by Tarji Carter — President, The Franchise Player

Representation at the ownership and senior management levels helps Black employees feel seen, heard and appreciated in ways that can and will positively impact…