
2026 Top Franchise Sales Leaders: Matt O’Reilly of Layne’s Chicken Fingers
Layne’s Chicken Fingers, the Texas “Born and Breaded” chicken finger franchise, started as a College Station classic in 1994.
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Layne’s Chicken Fingers, the Texas “Born and Breaded” chicken finger franchise, started as a College Station classic in 1994.

A former server at Wings and Rings shares their 15-year restaurant leadership journey, from serving to general manager.
JHN Group has signed a deal to bring seven Wing Snob locations to the greater Indianapolis area, beginning with a new site in Noblesville.

The Yum Brands subsidiary has appointed Amy Ellis Durini to lead brand strategy and retail innovation during a global identity refresh.

Major restaurant chains including Taco Bell, Burger King, and Popeyes are launching new limited-time menu items and seasonal promotions for September.
The fast-casual hot chicken brand is bringing back its customizable Hot Honey flavor modifier and two specialty meal deals across its locations for the fall season.
The hot chicken concept has secured a master franchise agreement with PizzaExpress to open 50 locations across the United Kingdom over the next three years.

Zaxby's opens new location in Paris, Tennessee, its 13th in the state
Houston TX Hot Chicken opens second UK restaurant in London.
Roost & Rise Holdings is set to open the fast-casual chicken brand’s first Henry County location and 13th unit in the state of Tennessee.
The fast-casual chicken salad franchise has entered its 26th state with a new location in Barboursville, marking the brand's debut in West Virginia.
Chicken Salad Chick debuts Nashville Hottie and Pumpkin Spice Cake.

Layne's Chicken Fingers franchisees can make $2.2 million in unit volume.
Angry Chickz debuts in Illinois with new location in Aurora
Angry Chickz opens 46th location in Aurora, Illinois on Sept. 4
The new restaurant is located in the Tanyard Station shopping center in Barboursville.

Minor Food and Serruya Private Equity have finalized their acquisition of Bonchon, splitting ownership of the Korean fried chicken brand by global geographic regions.

The quick-service chicken chain has introduced a new $5 value platform and is beginning market tests for a chicken and waffles menu addition.
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Chipotle is debuting two simultaneous limited-time offerings, Pollo Asado and Chili Lime Chips, as part of a strategic push for menu innovation and rewards engagement.
Huey Magoo’s supports spinal cord injury awareness with roundup campaign
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A comedy film detailing the origins and national expansion of the Hooters restaurant chain is currently in development, produced by some of the brand's original founders.

Turns out, the sweetest way to end a Chicken Fingerz meal is with a little candy crunch.
Native Grill & Wings launches limited-time menu for football season.
Pennsylvania, prepare to meet the Filet Mignon of Chicken! Huey Magoo’s, the fast casual brand known for its premium, handcrafted chicken tenders, is arriving in the Keystone State for the first time through a three-rest