California is a location in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 1969. 939 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. - Jollibee opened its 113th North American restaurant in Oxnard, California, marking a new milestone in the brand’s California expansion [[2026-11-03 Jollibee Expands to Oxnard, CA with 113th North American Store (b9228f)]] - Humanaut Health plans to open six new longevity and regenerative medicine clinics across the U.S. and Mexico, expanding its footprint to nine locations by 2027 [[2026-11-03 Humanaut Health Plans 6 New Longevity Clinics, Including International Spot (9f3fef)]] - Finney's Crafthouse, a family‑owned Southern California tavern concept, has expanded to Las Vegas [[2026-10-29 Finney's Crafthouse (617bb0)]] - 16 Handles is expanding with new locations in Arizona and California [[2026-10-29 16 Handles (2e2f5d)]] - Sprouts Farmers Market showed signs of a comeback in Q3, with same‑store visits increasing in some markets, including California [[2026-10-21 After a rough Q2, Sprouts Farmers Market shows sign of a comeback (7089dd)]] - California has implemented allergen disclosure laws for restaurant chains with 20 or more locations, and Dine Brands Global has adopted a shareholder rights plan that could affect its California operations [[2026-09-25 Allergen Labels Are Changing. Restaurant Operations Need to Keep Up (7ab453)]] [[2026-10-29 Dine Brands Global swallows a poison pill (091493)]]
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Ghai Restaurants, a multi-brand restaurant operator out of suburban San Jose, California, recently closed on a deal for 44 Taco Bell locations in the Houston market, more than doubling its presence in the brand.
The Hawaiian-themed restaurant chain hit a major milestone in its largest U.S. market with a new franchised opening in Carlsbad, bringing its state-wide total to 100 units.
The fast-food giant is testing cold brew and flavored foams in select markets as it moves toward a $5 billion annual beverage revenue goal.
Fitness Ventures acquires 22 Crunch Fitness locations in California and Texas, becoming the largest operator of Crunch Fitness with 115 units across 30 states.
The Clairemont restaurant is owned and operated by longtime franchisees Gary and Mirna Tully.
Sequel Brands' Pilates concept reaches 300 licenses sold across 27 states less than a year after opening its first California studio.
The fast-casual brand reached a 20-unit milestone with a new California opening as it projects its largest expansion year to date.
The Hawaii-based plate lunch chain achieved a record-breaking month with six new openings across five states, moving closer to its 250-unit year-end goal.
FACE FOUNDRIÉ reports Q1 2026 growth with nine new deals
American Healthcare REIT is expanding its senior housing operating portfolio with a $650 million pipeline including new acquisitions in California and Missouri.
Beef 'O' Brady's adapts franchise model to fit local markets
“I was told these guys have it figured out. They have low-calorie options, it’s high protein, it tastes like milkshakes,” said Zastrow.
The Red Chickz expands with new deals in Massachusetts, Maryland, and Dallas.
In celebration of International Pilates Day, Club Pilates studios across the globe are coming to life to unite local communities around the popular workout.
New York, NY – 16 Handlesis bringing its modern, tech-forward concept to the West Coast, announcing its first-ever expansion into California with eight units planned across some of the state’s most high-demand markets.
EDINA, Minn., April 30, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Touching Hearts at Home is a home care brand providing non-medical in-home care services that support seniors and adults in their homes.
FAT Brands has opened a new tri-branded travel center location in California, combining Fatburger, Buffalo’s Express, and Hot Dog on a Stick.
“California’s longstanding leadership in beauty, wellness, and lifestyle innovation makes it a natural next step for expansion,” said Alexis Renda, Founder and CEO of ALEXIS LAUREN.
The Indian-fusion pizza brand is expanding its Northern California footprint with three new openings as it prepares for a strategic push into the Arizona market.
Pickleball Kingdom reached a multi-unit franchise agreement for the development of five indoor pickleball clubs in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Pickleball Kingdom announced a new multi-unit franchise agreement that will bring five premier indoor pickleball clubs across the Bay Area.
The Melt launches national franchising initiative after 15 years of company-owned growth
Friendly Franchisees Corporation, a major Carl’s Jr. operator in California, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection through the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the Central District of California.