The Halal Guys

Shak Patel donates thousands of dollars and meals to those in need.

Major restaurant chains including McDonald’s and Auntie Anne’s are launching soccer-themed menu items and bundles to capitalize on the 2026 tournament's massive North American audience.

HB Protein Smoothies signs multi-unit deal with Papa Murphy's largest franchisees.

Restaurants capitalize on World Cup fever with themed menus and promotions.

HB Protein Smoothies signs two Florida multi-unit deals in one month.

Fransmart appoints Sara Schmillen as its new chief marketing officer, bringing over two decades of marketing experience in the restaurant and franchise industries.

Anyone who has spent time in College Station, Texas, likely recognizes Layne’s Chicken Fingers as an iconic local name.

Layne’s Chicken Fingers has offered a successful franchise opportunity for its first franchisee, Masroor Fatany.

Layne's Chicken Fingers has 30 locations and 300 units sold

Layne’s Chicken Fingers , the Soon to be FamousTM chicken finger franchise with 30 operating restaurants and another 300-plus sold, has grown remarkably since launching franchise opportunities.

Franchising offers a supportive avenue for entrepreneurs to achieve their business dreams, with successful franchisees highlighting the model's benefits.

Layne’s Chicken Fingers , the chicken finger franchise “Born and Breaded” in College Station, Texas, in 1994, held its first franchisee conference in February.

Layne’s entry into Virginia is led by Khurram Burney, a seasoned multi-unit operator and entrepreneur with extensive experience in hospitality.

Masroor Fatany shares his journey from Sears Garage Doors to Layne's Chicken Fingers

Masroor Fatany is a multi-unit franchisee with both Layne’s and The Halal Guys, a fast-casual Middle Eastern restaurant.

National restaurant chains are expanding in Westchester County, New York, with new locations opening in various sectors, including fast food and coffee shops.

Layne’s Chicken Fingers, a fan-favorite chicken franchise, expands to Pasadena, Texas, with a new location opening in December, bringing its signature chicken fingers to the area.

Layne’s Franchise prepares to sell out its home state of Texas, with 17 restaurants open and another 226 sold.

The Halal Guys signs five-unit deal for South Carolina expansion

The Halal Guys signs multi-unit deal for five South Carolina locations

Layne's Chicken Fingers attracts multi-unit owners with 90 locations signed.

Masroor Fatany builds Layne's Chicken Fingers franchise in Houston area

Layne's Chicken Fingers opened a new location in Houston, Texas, owned by franchisee Masroor Fatany.

Emerging trends in the restaurant franchise industry include fully leveraging facilities, virtual brands, and maximizing use of spaces.