Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay Expands Arizona Footprint With Deal for Multiple New Restaurants in Phoenix Area
Sample’s expansion into a new state marks an exciting milestone following his deal for statewide rights in Utah, announced in July 2024.
Utah is a location in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2016. 354 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Chicken Salad Chick has expanded to Utah, opening its first restaurants in the state as part of its growth into 27 states with over 350 restaurants [[2026-10-29 Chicken Salad Chick spreads into 5 new states, tops 350 restaurants]]. * Nick Harris has expanded Tide Services to 11 locations across Nevada and Utah, with a 12th location scheduled to open in Henderson, Nevada [[2026-10-28 Great Franchisee Nick Harris of Tide Services Expands in Nevada and Utah]]. * Greenix Pest Control has acquired Utah-based Wasatch Pest Control, expanding its customer base and increasing operational density in its home market [[2026-10-27 Greenix Pest Control Acquires Utah-Based Wasatch Pest Control]]. * Juice It Up! has officially entered Utah with the opening of a new location in Herriman, marking the brand's debut in its eighth state [[2026-10-14 Juice It Up! Officially Enters Utah]]. * FACE FOUNDRIÉ is building its development pipeline, with new units planned in markets including Utah [[2026-10-05 FACE FOUNDRIÉ Founder Michele Henry on Reaching 100 Units]]. * QuikTrip is set to open a new store in Springville, Utah, in December 2026 as part of its effort to grow its footprint in the region [[2026-10-05 QuikTrip Grows Colorado Footprint]]. * Kilwins has identified Utah as a priority market for expansion, aiming to grow its nearly 200-location brand nationwide [[2026-09-28 Kilwins Targets Utah for Expansion as Priority Growth Market]].
Sample’s expansion into a new state marks an exciting milestone following his deal for statewide rights in Utah, announced in July 2024.
Ziebart’s first store in Utah comes at the hands of local entrepreneur Mohammed Giravi, who is targeting Bluffdale for the development of his location.

Denise Tran, founder and CEO of Bun Mee Vietnamese Sandwich Eatery, discusses embracing the entrepreneurial spirit and her restaurant's growth plans.
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes opens new location in Utah

Layne’s Chicken Fingers is expanding with 9 new restaurants opened and 10 restaurants signed through two franchise agreements.

Pickleball Kingdom signs deal with MLS pros for 3 units.

Franchisors should focus on providing transparent data in Item 19 to help franchisees gauge real success and make informed decisions.
Executive Home Care’s new franchises include multiple territories in 10 states including California, Utah, Nebraska, Texas, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, and Florida.
Scenthound announces development deals for 11 locations. Scenthound will be debuting in Arizona and New Mexico while expanding in Utah.
Scenthound announces significant expansion across the Southwest region, with development deals for 11 locations in key markets.

A couple who experienced caregiving firsthand opens a Seniors Helping Seniors franchise to bring compassionate care to seniors in Utah
Leading the expansion into Utah is Tyson Adams, a former district manager for multiple Jersey Mike’s Subs locations, who has signed a five-unit deal to develop Konala in the state.
Tommy Gun’s Original Barbershop, an internationally acclaimed barbershop franchise known for a high-end barbershop experience designed for modern convenience, is proud to announce its recognition as the winner of the…
Century 21 expands in Utah with Lifestyle Real Estate affiliation.

Radiant Waxing, a beauty and wellness franchise, reaches a 15-unit deal with HenHouse Holdings, a multi-brand franchisee with experience in the industry.

K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel closed 2024 with strong growth, reaching 32 new franchise agreements and increasing its location count by 33% compared to 2023.
Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay has welcomed its first Utah restaurant ahead of the holiday season, ready to serve up its unbeatable burger experience to the Orem community.
Layne's Chicken Fingers opens new location in Clearfield, Utah, bringing its iconic crispy tenders and laid-back atmosphere to the area.

California Pizza Kitchen expands into U.S. franchising for the first time, aiming to open 75 new domestic locations over the next five years.

State tax policies play a critical role in shaping the profitability of franchise businesses, with corporate tax rates, personal income taxes, and sales tax burdens affecting financial environments.
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes announced the grand opening of a new location in Sandy on November 15.

Utah is ranked first on ALEC-Laffer’s 2024 Economic Outlook report, maintaining its spot as the best state in the nation for the 17th consecutive year.

The 2024 ALEC-Laffer “Rich States, Poor States” report ranks all 50 states based on their economic performance and outlook, offering a blueprint for franchisors to assess the potential for growth in different regions.
The franchise location opened last month, and is owned and operated by husband and wife team Roy and Jenny Tait.