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Food Franchises Congratulate the Class of 2026 With Discounts and Specials Across the country, students in the Class of 2026 are excitedly donning their caps and gowns and preparin

Slim Chickens' CMO Patrick Noone drives growth with data and guest connection.

Restaurants introduce summer menus with seafood and ice cream treats.

The fast-casual chain reports significant growth with same-store sales up over 9 percent and adjusted EBITDA tripling as it maintains a 16-month positive sales streak.

“Give your fork a break … new wraps are here,” claims Sweetgreen.

The fast-casual chain on Thursday said same-store sales in the first quarter fell nearly 13%, which was the sharpest decline for the chain since it went public in 2021.

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Noodles & Company shuts down underperforming restaurants and sees sales increase

Noodles & Company reported a net loss of $3.4 million in Q1 2026, a significant improvement over $9.1 million in Q1 2025.
Noodles & Company announced financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2026, with comparable restaurant sales increasing 9.1% system-wide, comprised of a 9.4% increase at company-owned restaurants and…

Noodles & Company raised its annual guidance following a strong first quarter marked by a 9.1% increase in systemwide same-store sales.

Most QSR brands are optimizing for 28 percent of their revenue.

Noodles & Company and Jack in the Box cite closures for sales growth
Noodles & Company announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 30, 2025, and provided a 2026 business outlook.

Marco’s Pizza announces the appointment of Steve Kennedy as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Bill Schaffler as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Noodles & Company named Joseph Christina as President and Chief Operating Officer, succeeding Drew Madsen who stepped down due to medical reasons.

It’s been a rocky road for some franchised restaurant brands this year.

Slim Chickens has named Patrick Noone as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).
Noodles & Company celebrates National Mac & Cheese Day with limited-time menu

Voodoo Franchise Group, franchisor of 22-unit brewpub concept Voodoo Brewing Co., welcomed Erik Ivey as chief operating officer in January, according to a recent Franchise Times article.
Noodles & Company offers catering discount for Teacher Appreciation Week

DND Group acquires six Noodles & Company locations and opens a total of 10 new restaurants in the Portland, Oregon area.
Noodles & Company welcomes new franchise partner, DND Group, Inc., which will acquire six restaurant locations and open 10 new restaurants in the Portland, Oregon area.
Noodles & Company franchise partner Little Deep Pasta opens new restaurant in Williston, North Dakota, expanding the brand's presence in the region.