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title: "Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Signs 10-Unit Deal with ELJ Investments"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/6f2516f5-6e28-4dd6-bea1-d2c6a28de680
source: "QSR Magazine"
original_url: https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/freddys-frozen-custard-steakburgers-signs-10-unit-deal-with-elj-investments/
author: "Danny Klein"
category: "Burger"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Burger"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2026-09-28T20:10:52.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T15:30:53.692Z
image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1504674900247-0877df9cc836?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop
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# Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Signs 10-Unit Deal with ELJ Investments

**TL;DR:** Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has signed a 10-unit franchise agreement with ELJ Investments to expand its presence in Georgia and South Carolina. The deal supports Freddy's continued franchise growth initiative across the U.S.

*By Danny Klein, originally published in QSR Magazine on 2026-09-28. [Read the original](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/freddys-frozen-custard-steakburgers-signs-10-unit-deal-with-elj-investments/).*

## Story

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with experienced multi-unit, multi-brand operator ELJ Investments to bring new locations to Georgia and South Carolina. The 10-unit deal will expand Freddy’s presence across the southern region, supporting the brand’s continued franchise growth initiative across the U.S.

ELJ Investments has more than 20 years of experience in restaurant operations and acquisitions. Through the acquisition of six Freddy’s restaurants, they will continue growing the brand’s presence across Augusta, Georgia, and Columbia, South Carolina, while supporting the brand’s long-term growth throughout the region.

Founded in Wichita, Kansas, in 2002, Freddy’s has built a loyal following through its cooked-to-order menu, hospitality-driven culture, and streamlined operational model designed to support long-term franchise expansion. The brand continues to attract experienced operators seeking scalable growth opportunities within the fast-casual restaurant space.

“ELJ Investment’s operational expertise, entrepreneurial mindset, and long-term commitment to restaurant excellence make them an outstanding addition to Freddy’s franchise system,” said Andrew Thengvall, CDO of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. “Their experience and passion for the brand position them well to strengthen our presence across Georgia and South Carolina while delivering the quality and genuine hospitality Guests have come to expect from Freddy’s.”

Freddy’s has built a foundation around its commitment to quality and genuine hospitality, offering made-to-order steakburgers, shoestring fries, and frozen custard treats in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Today, Freddy’s operates more than 580 locations and continues actively seeking qualified single and multi-unit franchisees domestically and internationally throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

## Entities

- unit expansion (topic)
- QSR (sector)
- QSR Magazine (publication)
- franchise agreement (topic)
- Georgia (location)
- restaurant operations (topic)
- south carolina (location)
- Danny Klein (person)
- multi-unit operator (topic)
- Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers (company)
- Andrew Thengvall (person)
- ELJ Investments (investor)

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Originally reported by Danny Klein, QSR Magazine (https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/freddys-frozen-custard-steakburgers-signs-10-unit-deal-with-elj-investments/). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/6f2516f5-6e28-4dd6-bea1-d2c6a28de680).