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Nick the Greek surpasses 100 locations with 18.2 percent sales growth

The U.S. industrial market is on stronger footing after the first half of 2026, with stronger leasing activity, calmer development compared to the pandemic-era highs, and a new wave of manufacturing investment reshaping demand.

Broken Yolk Café expands to San Clemente with 30th SoCal location

Former McDonald's operator Gabriel Vesci has opened a Paris Baguette in Thousand Oaks, marking the first of several planned Southern California locations.

The massage and facial brand is offering franchise fee reductions and royalty rebates to attract multi-unit operators in Boston, Southern California, and the Bay Area.

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa has announced a large-market development incentive targeting Boston, Southern California and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Raising Cane’s is doubling down on its presence in Southern California with the opening of its first California flagship restaurant.

Philly’s Best Cheesesteaks has been recognized in Eat This, Not That’s nationwide roundup of the “Best Cheesesteaks at Chain Restaurants” with the national food publication calling Philly’s Best “the most authentic chees

Primrose Schools opens 10 new schools and awards 27 franchises in 2026, crediting its new growth-minded leadership team for the promising start to the year.

Primrose Schools today announced changes to its leadership and a development model intended to support its educational program and community trust that have defined the brand for more than four decades.

Dog Haus appoints two Jersey Mike's franchisees to C-suite positions, pledging 50 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.

- Quick Service - Beverage Trends - Menu Trends - News Taco Bell launches a cold brew lineup The platform includes three flavored cold foams and is available only at the Mexican fa

The pest control platform continues its Southern California expansion by acquiring the Monrovia-based service provider.

Retail property professionals report high demand and low availability across Southern California, despite a slight flattening in recent rent growth.

Philly's Best Cheesesteaks launches A Sharper Summer with 20 locations.

Northern California-based operator CiminoCare is targeting expansion into rural markets and expanding its service offerings through a new regional consulting arm for senior living communities.

The elevated fast-casual group has opened its 11th location overall and third in San Diego County as it continues to expand its footprint in Southern California.

Marco’s Pizza is growing in Southern California through a new 16-unit development deal.

Baljit Gill has signed a 12-unit agreement with Marco's Pizza to expand across Southern California, building on an existing commitment that has already resulted in three open locations and more in development.

Boston, MA — Gong cha has signed a three-unit development agreement in Southern California with experienced franchise operators Gagan and Aman Batta, further expanding its U.S.

Marco’s Pizza announces a 12-unit franchise agreement with experienced multi-unit operator Baljit Gill, accelerating the brand’s expansion across Southern California.

Southern California has no shortage of family brands fighting for attention, which is exactly why KidStrong sees it as a compelling franchise growth engine.

For over 60 years, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf ® has been a leader in the specialty coffee space, building a global following through its Southern California roots.