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The Houston-based hot chicken concept is expanding its footprint and menu following the acquisition of a local smashburger brand.

The beverage chain reported a 9% jump in same-store sales for July, fueled by menu innovation and continued franchise network expansion.

Dutch Bros and 7 Brew bid on Salad and Go sites

Another Broken Egg Cafe expands to five states with new locations

Firehouse Subs opens 1,500th restaurant in Texas, marking continued growth across the US and internationally.

Another Nine marks first year of franchising with rapid growth

Sparkle Grooming, the quick-service pet care franchise focused on wellness, continues to expand its national paw print.

Franchise Equity Partners (FEP), a private investment firm on a mission to create long-term partnerships with quality franchisees and franchisors, announced that its portfolio company, Velocity Auto Care, has reached a m

1836 Brands has signed an exclusive area development agreement to open more than 60 Twisted Egg Shack locations across Texas, starting with the Houston metropolitan market.

The charcuterie franchise reported a 65% jump in same-store sales and 23 new location openings during the first half of 2026, marking its 20th consecutive quarter of growth.

Convenience store giant Casey’s has reached an agreement to acquire the 24-store Pak-A-Sak chain, significantly expanding its presence in the Texas Panhandle.

Bakers Acres & Cattle Co. has signed a multi-unit development agreement to open 50 bubble tea franchises across major Texas markets over the next seven years.

FACE FOUNDRIÉ is building on steady momentum in 2026 with record-setting sales, continued membership growth, and accelerated franchise development, including an eight-unit deal in Texas with an existing franchisee.

As Newk’s Eatery continues to expand across Texas, San Antonio has emerged as one of the most compelling opportunities for future development.

The wine-focused casual dining concept Sixty Vines has expanded to 16 locations across multiple states, reporting over $109 million in sales for its parent company.

Keyrenter Property Management establishes 100th location with 14 new deals.

The Dog Stop is an all-inclusive pet care franchise designed as a one-stop destination for dog owners.

Dutch Bros buys 65 Salad and Go locations for $105 million

The coffee chain will convert units in Arizona, Nevada, Oklahoma and Texas as part of its strategy to reach 2,029 units in 2029.

Pokeworks, the largest and fastest-growing fast-casual poke brand known for its fresh, customizable offerings, is strengthening its presence across Texas.

Salad and Go files for bankruptcy protection, closing 70 restaurants

Pokeworks is strengthening its presence across Texas. With an active development pipeline, the brand is looking to expand its footprint and continue investment in key growth markets across the state.

Dutch Bros buys 65 Salad and Go sites for $105 million

Five months into the job as CEO at Portillo’s, Brett Patterson on Wednesday outlined some of the shifts in strategy that he believes will right the ship for the fast-casual brand.