
Online-Ordering App Waitr Launches in 20 New Cities
Waitr has expanded into 20 additional U.S. cities, primarily targeting Southern cities.
Georgia is a location in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 1969. 654 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Pigtails & Crewcuts has opened a new location in Snellville, Georgia, marking its presence in 26 states [[2026-10-26 Pigtails & Crewcuts Opens New Snellville, Georgia Location (c46724)]]. * N-Hance is opening a new franchise location in Georgia, owned and operated by John Encisco, on October 26 [[2026-10-23 N-Hance Opens New Franchise Location in Georgia (3a427c)]]. * MRCO has signed a 34-unit development agreement to open Hawaiian Bros units in Georgia and Alabama, with the first location expected to open in early 2027 [[2026-10-13 MRCO To Open Hawaiian Bros Unit in Georgia (289106)]]. * Hawaiian Bros Island Grill has signed a lease for its first brick-and-mortar location in downtown Atlanta, marking a key milestone in the brand's Southeast expansion [[2026-10-08 Hawaiian Bros Signs Downtown Atlanta Lease (64185f)]]. * Jeff's Bagel Run has opened its 40th and 41st locations in Georgia and Florida, marking a growth milestone for the brand [[2026-10-02 Jeff’s Bagel Run Opens 40th and 41st Locations (711776)]]. * Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with ELJ Investments to bring 10 new locations to Georgia and South Carolina [[2026-09-29 Freddy’s® Announces 10-Unit Deal in Georgia and South Carolina (14a3dd)]]. * APHIX has acquired Piedmont Landscape Management, expanding its presence into Georgia and the Southeast [[2026-09-17 APHIX acquires Piedmont Landscape Management (1773f1)]]. * Jeremiah's Italian Ice will offer its Holiday Flavorites Collection, including Hot Chocolate Italian Ice, at participating locations in Georgia and nationwide from November 1 through December 31 [[2026-10-29 Jeremiah’s Italian Ice Unveils Holiday Flavorites Lineup Featuring Debut of Hot (c5f1df)]].

Waitr has expanded into 20 additional U.S. cities, primarily targeting Southern cities.

Two seasoned multi-unit, multi-brand franchisees have teamed up with Fazoli's to open multiple new locations of the QSR Italian brand in several Southeastern cities.

Waffle House closes 30 restaurants due to Hurricane Michael, but remains resilient in the face of the storm.

BurgerFi franchise development directors Graham Buckley and Charlie Guzzetta discuss the company’s approach to franchising, seeking ambitious people with restaurant experience in ideal territories.

Bojangles said it would close approximately 10 underperforming locations during its third fiscal quarter this year, according to their second fiscal quarter report .

In the more than 50 years since Lawn Doctor was founded, the franchise has expanded consistently, establishing nearly 600 territories across 42 states.

Best in Class Education Center develops in Georgia, targeting Atlanta as its first franchise location.

Gyroville plans to develop up to 30 new restaurant locations throughout the U.S. in the next five years.

Former professional basketball player Zelly Wesson found a second career with Workout Anytime.

Best in Class Education Center experienced a record-breaking year, opening 12 new centers and planning to continue growth in existing territories.

Fazoli's reports 87 out of the last 91 months of same-store sales growth, and is updating its restaurants with a streamlined menu and modernized aesthetic.

Best in Class Education Center experiences rapid growth, thanks to diligent recruiting, training, and support from the franchisor, with seven grand openings scheduled in quarter one.

Rush Bowls is headed to Berkeley, California, with a new location opening early in the year.

Joe Fleischer is opening a new Miracle Method location in Savannah, Georgia, to help residents save money while adding personal touches to their homes.

Robert Maynard, CEO and Founder of Famous Toastery, shares his experience with franchising his brand and the benefits it has brought to the company.

Fazoli's ends 2017 with a growth spurt, opening five new locations and signing agreements to open 15 more, with sales increasing significantly due to restaurant renovations and menu enhancements.

Glen Johnson and Nick Crouch were successful Tropical Smoothie Café multi-unit operators on their own.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe signs 26-unit deal with Dyne Hospitality Group to open new locations in Texas and Georgia.

Ivan Lenoir's Superior Taco is teaming up with American Development Partners to bring at least 100 Taco John's locations to North and South Carolina and Georgia.

Lennys Grill & Subs is experiencing growth momentum with four new franchisee signings in key development areas across the Southeast U.S.

Famous Toastery launched its concept in North Carolina a little over a decade ago and already has opened 25 locations across the Carolinas with plans to add 16 new locations over the next 12 months.

Flippin' Pizza announces national expansion plans with 25 new units in Texas, Georgia, and California.

Coolgreens, a health-conscious restaurant chain, has found success in its meat-and-potatoes-oriented home market of Oklahoma City.

A husband and wife team become the first franchisees to bring Pretty in Paint Parties to Georgia, citing their passion for painting and the concept's unique atmosphere.