
A new buyer steps in for some bankrupt Popeyes locations
SBH Foods PLK is set to acquire 23 Popeyes locations in Orlando for $2.7 million following the bankruptcy of the 136-unit franchisee Sailormen.
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SBH Foods PLK is set to acquire 23 Popeyes locations in Orlando for $2.7 million following the bankruptcy of the 136-unit franchisee Sailormen.

Colorado-based chicken franchise Birdcall is targeting 100 new units across six Midwestern states to avoid the high real estate costs of coastal markets.
Hazlet, N.J. — Game day in Hazlet is getting a serious upgrade.
Building on its established presence in Philadelphia and the surrounding area, Love & Honey is seeking experienced operators to help strengthen the brand’s footprint throughout its home state.

The Alabama-based chicken finger pioneer is leveraging a simplified five-item menu and owner-operator partnerships to reach a 100-unit expansion milestone.

Golden Chick franchise to open 27-30 new locations in 2026

Wingstop is turning up the flavor and elevating Wingstop Wing Day like never before.
Chester’s Chicken, a leading national quick-service restaurant known for its bold, flavorful fried chicken, has opened its 20th location with MFA Oil Company’s Break Time convenience store chain.

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Maria Cacciapuoti has worked at the chain since 2015 and will partner with franchisees to modernize the guest and team experience.
The local community is invited to celebrate the grand opening on Tuesday, August 4, when the first 100 guests in line will win free chicken salad for a year*. 
Huey Magoo’s is offering guests a free 3-Piece Tender Meal with the purchase of any 3-Piece Tender Meal or larger on Monday, July 27.

FRISCO, Texas — Layne’s Chicken Fingers , the Texas “Born and Breaded” chicken finger franchise, started 2026 with a bang, including a placement on the prestigious Franchise 500 .
Love & Honey Fried Chicken targets Pennsylvania for franchise growth

Birdcall plans to open nearly 100 locations in six states over five years.
Salt Lake City, UT. SUPER CHIX is pleased to announce that Dustin D.
Bojangles completed a first half of 2026 with 25 new restaurant openings across 12 states.
East Coast Wings + Grill expands in North Carolina with new location.
Detroit Wing Company is bringing backyard barbecue flavor to the table with a new limited-time lineup built for the best part of the season.
Bojangles, the iconic restaurant concept known for its craveable breakfast and Southern-style chicken, biscuits and tea, completed a strong first half of 2026 with 25 new restaurant openings across 12 states.

- Quick Service - Marketing & Branding - News Popeyes shines a spotlight on its upgraded chicken tenders The fast-food chicken chain is celebrating National Chicken Finger Day July

Urban Bird Hot Chicken expands across Texas with 24 locations.

Leeann Chin, the Minnesota-founded quick-casual restaurant brand and the largest regional quick-service Asian food brand in the Midwest, is launching its newest menu item today: Honey Mango Chili Chicken.
Angry Chickz is bringing its take on Nashville hot chicken to the East Coast for the first time.