Some Fat Brands lenders are objecting to the company’s sale
Fat Brands lenders object to sale over unpaid management fees
· Restaurant Business· May 4, 2026
Company
Fat Brands — page 3
Fat Brands is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2017. 411 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * FAT Brands has relaunched as OHG Brands after being acquired by a lender group following its bankruptcy earlier this year [[2026-09-30 FAT Brands Becomes OHG Brands Under New Ownership]]. * Fatburger has launched its first rewards program, Fatburger Rewards, which allows members to earn points for every $1 spent on eligible purchases [[2026-10-09 Fatburger launches first rewards program (196e17)]]. * Recent restaurant bankruptcies, such as FAT Brands, have shown how financial trouble can impact franchise systems [[2026-10-06 When A Restaurant Empire Unravels What Franchisees, Landlords, and Suppliers Sho]]. * A U.S. bankruptcy court approved Fat Brands' liquidation plan, marking the end of the company's bankruptcy process [[2026-07-28 Fat Brands' bankruptcy liquidation plan gets court approval]]. * Twin Peaks franchisees under Summit Acquisitions are taking over the brand after FAT Brands' bankruptcy, with plans to purchase the company outright in the future [[2026-07-16 Twin Peaks Franchisees Pursue Ownership After FAT Brands Bankruptcy]]. * Jenn Johnston has been appointed as the Chief Marketing Officer of Amazing Brands, overseeing marketing strategy after the brand's acquisition of Hot Dog on a Stick [[2026-07-29 Jenn Johnston Named CMO of Amazing Brands]]. * Stephen Siegel, founder and CEO of Amazing Brands, has acquired Hot Dog on a Stick for $8 million, planning to expand the brand beyond malls [[2026-07-13 He Grew Up Eating at Hot Dog on a Stick]]. Filed under Restaurants.
Also known as Fatburger's parent company
- Andy Wiederhorn
- Taylor Fischer
- Taylor Wiederhorn
- Jenn Johnston
- Jake Berchtold
- Katie Thoms
- Twin Peaks
- Johnny Rockets
A strange set of earnings reports
This is from the weekly restaurant finance newsletter The Bottom Line.
· Restaurant Business· May 4, 2026
The unfortunate demise of Smokey Bones
Earlier this week, the barbecue chain Smokey Bones posted an announcement on its website, officially acknowledging what numerous media reports already figured out, that the chain was shutting down.
· Restaurant Business· April 30, 2026
FAT Brands opens Fatburger, Buffalo's Express, Hot Dog on a Stick unit
FAT Brands has opened a new tri-branded travel center location in California, combining Fatburger, Buffalo’s Express, and Hot Dog on a Stick.
· FastCasual· April 30, 2026
FAT Brands Breakup Begins as Buyers Emerge for Twin Peaks, Elevation Burger, and More
Several buyers have emerged to acquire individual concepts from FAT Brands' portfolio following the company's recent bankruptcy filing and debt liquidation efforts.
· QSR Magazine· April 30, 2026
Crumbl's unit volumes declined last year
Crumbl's unit volumes declined 16% in 2025 to $1.14 million.
· Restaurant Business· April 10, 2026
Fat Brands employees will get some bonuses to stay through bankruptcy
Fat Brands to provide $1.9 million in bonuses to key employees
· Restaurant Business· April 9, 2026
Landlords in the Fat Brands bankruptcy think the sale process is too fast
Landlords in the case of the bankrupt restaurant chain operator, including the giant Simon Property Group, are objecting to the aggressive timeline for an upcoming auction for the company and its various assets.
· Restaurant Business· April 8, 2026
Major Carl’s Jr franchisee in California files for bankruptcy
A 65-unit operator filed for Chapter 11 protections under various subsidiaries after owning the sites for more than two decades.
· Restaurant Dive· April 7, 2026
A big Carl's Jr. franchisee has filed for bankruptcy
A Carl’s Jr. franchisee that operates dozens of locations in California has declared bankruptcy, according to court filings this week.
· Restaurant Business· April 6, 2026
Fatburger Opens New Restaurant in Paris Area
LOS ANGELES, March 24, 2026 // GLOBE NEWSWIRE // -- FAT (Fresh.
· Franchising.com· March 24, 2026
Fatburger Debuts First Restaurant in Jacksonville, Florida Area
FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. announces the opening of the first Fatburger in the Jacksonville, FL area.
· Franchising.com· March 12, 2026
Hurricane Grill & Wings Debuts New Location in Lake Jackson, TX
FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Hurricane Grill & Wings and 17 other restaurant concepts, announces the opening of the first Hurricane Grill & Wings in the greater Houston area, and the seco
· Franchising.com· February 24, 2026
Global Franchising News from International Trade Expert Bill Edwards, February 2026
We’ve selected highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#152, February 3, 2026).
· Franchising.com· February 12, 2026
It’s Flat Out Delicious! Fatburger Introduces All-New Flatburger
Fatburger is sizzling with the addition of a new burger to its menu line-up, the Flatburger.
· Franchising.com· February 5, 2026
Johnny Rockets Celebrates Timeless Taste with All-New Hostess® Cupcake Shake
Johnny Rockets is kicking off the new year with a limited-time shake as a nod to classic flavors and timeless taste, the Hostess® Cupcake Shake.
· Franchising.com· February 3, 2026
Love at First Bite! Great American Cookies Introduces New Cookie Cakes for Valentine’s Day
Great American Cookies introduces two new cookie cakes for Valentine's Day.
· Franchising.com· January 12, 2026
Fatburger Brings a Taste of Hollywood to Japan with Okinawa Opening
Fatburger opens in Okinawa, Japan with Green Micro Factory Inc.
· Franchising.com· December 16, 2025
Round Table Pizza Franchisees Sue FAT Brands Over Marketing Fund Mismanagement
Round Table Pizza franchisees sued FAT Brands over mismanagement of the chain's marketing fund, causing a decline in average unit sales.
· 1851 Franchise· November 27, 2025
FAT Brands Nears Bankruptcy as Creditors Demand $1.3 Billion Debt Repayment
FAT Brands faces a financial crisis after its lenders declare its $1.3 billion debt load immediately due, putting the company at risk of bankruptcy.
· 1851 Franchise· November 25, 2025
Fatburger & Buffalo’s Express Bring the Flavor in Texas with New Dallas Opening
FAT Brands opens first Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express in Dallas.
· Franchising.com· November 19, 2025
Round Table Pizza Brings Legendary Flavor to Austin Area
FAT Brands opens first Round Table Pizza in Austin area
· Franchising.com· November 7, 2025
Great American Cookies Adds New Location in Mississippi
FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. is continuing to broaden its presence in Mississippi with the opening of a new Great American Cookies in Hattiesburg.
· Franchising.com· October 23, 2025
Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery Development Deal in Iraq
FAT Brands partners with Eric Wilson to open 10 stores in Iraq.
· Franchising.com· October 22, 2025