Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico-based Encanto Restaurants filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with $123.9 million in liabilities and $29.8 million in assets.

Dave & Buster's is rebranding as Doom & Buster's for a nationwide tie-in with Marvel Studios' "Avengers: Doomsday."

KFC and Taco Bell restaurants in Puerto Rico temporarily close after parent company Yum! Brands ends its relationship with the island-based franchisee, Encanto Restaurants.

Batteries Plus is a specialty retail and commercial service brand offering batteries, lighting solutions, and device repair, operating with a dual-channel model and over 700 locations.

Yum Brands has temporarily closed all KFC and Taco Bell locations in Puerto Rico after terminating its relationship with Encanto Restaurants.

While the chain said its current attrition rate is higher than normal, many of the closed locations are likely to reopen under new ownership.

Tommy's Express Car Wash named top franchise by Industry and Influence.

Dunkin' to return to Puerto Rico in 2027 through partnership

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Gabby is opening the dollhouse doors, and Auntie Anne’s is bringing the pretzels.

The discount retailer plans to open approximately 110 new stores this year, targeting 5% unit growth through expansion in New York, Michigan, and the Sunbelt.

International car wash franchise Tommy’s Express has begun construction on its first location in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Fazoli’s has officially made its debut in Puerto Rico in Bayamon.

The Korean fried chicken brand marked a significant international milestone with its first Kuala Lumpur opening, expanding its global footprint to nine countries.

“These wins reflect the strength of our menu and brand, the dedication of our franchise partners and the growing appetite for Korean cuisine,” says Suzie Tsai, CEO of Bonchon.

Snap-on Tools operates over 3,300 locations throughout all 50 states and offers a wide range of premium repair and diagnostic tools.

PIRTEK USA reaches a location milestone in Q1 with over 200 U.S. locations, fueled by expansion moves.

Marco's Pizza ranks No. 2 on Pizza Marketplace's Top 100 list

Marco’s Pizza kicks off 2026 with deliberate development plans following a year of strategic expansion and systemwide investment.

In the Octagon, intensity is non-negotiable. UFC GYM, an official extension of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, takes a similar approach to expansion.

PuroClean celebrates 10 years under Mark W. Davis and Frank Torre with 500 locations

Church’s Texas Chicken, one of the largest quick-service chicken restaurant chains in the world, is teaming up with history-making featherweight world champion boxer, Amanda Serrano, for its newest marketing campaign.

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Operator signs six-unit deal to bring Bonchon to Puerto Rico