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title: "Protein Bar & Kitchen New Chicagoland Franchise Signed Agreement"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/90d4fd7f-af22-4101-80e0-d908240acf78
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20240923_protein_bar__kitchen_new_chicagoland_franchise_signed_agreement.html
category: "Restaurants"
industry: "Restaurants"
published: 2024-09-23T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T20:01:01.638Z
image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1524749292158-7540c2494485?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop
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# Protein Bar & Kitchen New Chicagoland Franchise Signed Agreement

**TL;DR:** Protein Bar & Kitchen has signed a new three-unit franchise agreement with Girish Patel to expand its presence in Illinois. The agreement will bring protein-packed options to Naperville in the west suburbs of Illinois.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2024-09-23. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20240923_protein_bar__kitchen_new_chicagoland_franchise_signed_agreement.html).*

## Story

Protein Bar & Kitchen has inked a new three-unit franchise agreement that will bring protein-packed options to Naperville.

Girish Patel is bringing Protein Bar & Kitchen to the west suburbs of Illinois. Driven by a desire to build a better future for his family, Patel embarked on his entrepreneurial journey immigrating to the United States from India. He recognized the potential for financial security and generational wealth as he actively sought out new income opportunities beyond his full-time corporate job in IT software engineering, ultimately pursuing franchising.

With extensive experience in the restaurant industry, Patel believes Protein Bar & Kitchen has the right recipe for success. Protein Bar & Kitchen's innovative menu and focus on customer satisfaction aligns perfectly with his vision.

Protein Bar & Kitchen's commitment to innovation extends beyond its menu. The brand champions a constantly evolving menu with over 15 protein options, catering to diverse dietary needs and taste preferences.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- unit expansion (topic)
- Retail (sector)
- restaurant industry (topic)
- franchise agreement (topic)
- Naperville (location)
- Protein Bar & Kitchen (company)
- Girish Patel (person)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20240923_protein_bar__kitchen_new_chicagoland_franchise_signed_agreement.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/90d4fd7f-af22-4101-80e0-d908240acf78).