December 20, 2024
Genki Sushi heads to Vietnam, Texas as it seeks growth offshore
Genki Sushi expands into Vietnam and Texas as part of its global growth strategy, aiming for 317 locations by 2027.
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December 19, 2024
Jersey Mike’s opens 3,000th location
Jersey Mike's hits 3,000 locations, marking a significant milestone with 322 new openings in 2024.
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December 19, 2024
Japanese restaurant chain Pepper Lunch to launch in Mongolia
Pepper Lunch expands to Mongolia, marking its 17th country with a new franchise deal. The Japanese restaurant chain will open its first store in 2025.
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December 18, 2024
Seven & I plans to open 500 stores in US, Canada
Seven & I will add 500 convenience stores in the U.S. and Canada by 2027, as part of its strategy to grow to 100,000 stores in 30 countries by 2030.
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December 18, 2024
TCBY development agreement to bring more units to Qatar
TCBY expands in Qatar with a new development agreement to open 10+ locations in 5 years, strengthening its global frozen yogurt presence.
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December 16, 2024
Johnny Rockets adds 11 international locations in 2024
Johnny Rockets expands globally in 2024 with 11 new locations, strengthening its presence in airports, theme parks, and key countries like Brazil.
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December 12, 2024
Paris Baguette opening 7th Virginia location
Paris Baguette debuts in Alexandria, VA on Dec 12, offering world-class pastries, sandwiches, and cakes as its 7th Virginia location.
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December 11, 2024
Chuck E. Cheese expands into Guyana
Family entertainment brand Chuck E. Cheese has expanded into Guyana, according to a press release. The brand has a franchise partnership with...
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December 10, 2024
Subway unveils kiosk-driven store in Dubai
Subway has unveiled its first restaurant in the EMEA region to feature self-order kiosks and an anamorphic screen, according to a...
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December 5, 2024
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf signs master franchise agreement to fuel India growth
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf signs master franchise deal with Ekaagra Ostalaritza to accelerate growth, aiming for 250 stores in India by 2030.
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December 4, 2024
Dave’s Hot Chicken making London debut
Dave's Hot Chicken debuts in London with its 250th restaurant, offering hot chicken sliders, tenders, and more in the heart of Shaftesbury Avenue.
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December 4, 2024
Cafè Barbera opens new location in Baghdad
Café Barbera opens a new kiosk in Baghdad’s Jadriya Mall, expanding its presence in Iraq with four locations across the country.
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December 3, 2024
Heritage coffee brand Bacha Coffee to launch in Japan in 2025
Singapore-based Bacha Coffee partners with The Tokyu Group to debut in Japan with a Tokyo Ginza store in 2025, aiming for 40 outlets by 2030.
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December 3, 2024
Carl’s Jr. opens 400th restaurant in Mexico
With 400 restaurants now in Mexico, Carl's Jr. highlights its growth, serving 200,000+ burgers daily and expanding to new international markets.
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December 2, 2024
Canada’s Tim Hortons boosts Americas presence with first Panama store
Tim Hortons debuts in Panama with a Soho Mall outlet, targeting 30 stores by 2034. Expansion boosts its presence in the Americas coffee market.
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December 2, 2024
Saudi Arabia’s Barn’s signs franchise deal to launch in Qatar
Saudi coffee chain Barn’s partners with Royal Taste to debut in Qatar, highlighting the country’s coffee market potential and rich culture.
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