Potbelly Builds Momentum with New Deals, Openings, and Strong Sales Performance
The sandwich chain is accelerating its franchise development with new multi-unit agreements as it nears its goal of 500 open locations nationwide.
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The sandwich chain is accelerating its franchise development with new multi-unit agreements as it nears its goal of 500 open locations nationwide.
The coffee franchise is returning to its original 1978 location in New Orleans as part of a broader push to modernize its 200-unit system.

Quick-service and fast-casual chains are increasingly using protein callouts to appeal to consumer perceptions of health and value.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop executive Kim Lewis discusses developing custom AI tools and pioneering digital ordering solutions within the franchised QSR brand.
The personalized beverage brand is entering Colorado via a 10-unit development agreement with a father-son franchisee team.
The Southern California burger concept is accelerating its growth strategy with larger unit formats and new locations as it transitions from a regional favorite to a scalable brand.
The Hawaiian-inspired poke franchise is leaning into health-focused consumer trends and menu customization to drive growth within the evolving quick-service restaurant landscape.
Operator William Ellis has signed a multi-unit agreement to develop new restaurants in San Antonio, eventually bringing the brand's Texas footprint to over 130 locations.
The new integrated solution for quick-service restaurants connects menu boards, kitchen display systems, and automatic order numbering to improve service speed and accuracy.
The Fairfield opening marks the third Solano County location for the Greek street food brand as it pushes toward a 100-unit systemwide goal by 2026.
The heritage burger chain is celebrating National Slider Day by offering customers a free Original Slider via digital coupon or mobile app code.
The rapidly growing bagel concept has secured agreements for 20 new units across four states, bringing its total development pipeline to over 120 locations.
Canadian restaurant operator Foodtastic has signed a master franchise agreement with Inspire Brands to spearhead a massive national expansion for Dunkin' in Canada.

QSR Magazine has opened submissions for its annual ranking of the top 50 quick-service brands by U.S. system-wide sales for the 2025 report.
The fast-casual burrito brand makes its Texas debut with a new location in Round Rock featuring grand opening promotions.

The fast-casual chain reported a 4.6% increase in same-store sales and positive traffic gains for the third consecutive quarter despite macroeconomic volatility.

The New York-based Italian chain has scaled rapidly to eight units in 20 months by focusing on portable, niche pasta options for urban commuters.

The New York-based Italian concept has rapidly expanded to eight locations in under two years by focusing on portable, niche pasta options for urban commuters.
The Mediterranean street food concept is expanding its footprint in Asheville with a new stall at the historic S&W Market food hall.
Multi-unit operators Jason and John Hotchkiss are expanding the Los Angeles-born hot chicken concept into the Nashville market with a new Madison location.
The Effingham coffee location has transitioned to new franchise partners Sloan Kessinger and Tiffany Stewart, who plan a weeklong grand opening celebration in May.
The Hawaii-based plate lunch chain achieved a record-breaking month with six new openings across five states, moving closer to its 250-unit year-end goal.
The fast-casual burger chain is leveraging its digital platforms to offer weekly incentives and a sweepstakes throughout May to drive customer engagement.
Experienced franchisees Jay and Carolina Orosa have signed a multi-unit agreement to bring the health-focused smoothie concept to British Columbia.