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The Falcons Group, led by CEO Shamsu Charania, has opened its 90th location, a Checkers & Rally's unit in Lexington, Kentucky. The group operates over 90 locations, including Checkers, Rally's, Dunkin', TGI Fridays, and Qdoba.
The Falcons Group, a seasoned team of restauranteurs led by CEO Shamsu Charania, recently opened its latest Checkers & Rally's location, a double drive-thru unit in Lexington, Kentucky. The new restaurant is at 2975 Richmond Road.
Charania has more than 20 years of experience in the franchising industry and, along with his dedicated team, oversees a robust portfolio of more than 90 locations, including Dunkin', TGI Fridays, and Qdoba. The group currently operates more than 50 Checkers and Rally's locations.
"We are thrilled to bring our bold flavors and exceptional value to Lexington, welcoming back loyal guests and introducing Checkers & Rally's to new faces," Charania said. "Our mission extends beyond serving great food—we're dedicated to creating job opportunities, supporting career growth, and becoming a meaningful part of the Lexington community. We look forward to providing a place where guests can gather, enjoy great food, and make lasting memories."
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This story was originally published by M. Scott Morris in Franchising.com on April 23, 2025. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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