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How Jeff’s Bagel Run Baked Automation into its Growth Strategy [July 2025]
The Orlando-based bakery’s belief in technological innovation has led the brand to extraordinary growth, going from one store in 2021 to 118 open or in development by the end of the year.
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Village Juice & Kitchen Vies to Become Customers’ ‘Healthy Addiction’ [July 2025]
The North Carolina-based brand has growth on its mind, with a broad menu and deep mission.
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Western Bagel Honors 78 Years of Family, Flour, and Community Impact [July 2025]
LA’s first bagel bakery is built on a multi-generational work ethic.
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Why Stoner’s Pizza Joint is One to Watch [June 2025]
From a simple pizzeria with a clever name to a rapidly expanding concept, the chain thrives on bold decisions, community bonds, and a playful nod to its roots.
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Inside the Playbook of Dunkin’s Top Midwest Franchisee [May 2025]
Fueled by strategic growth, a strong company culture, and a hands-on leadership approach, Heartland Restaurant Group has transformed into one of Dunkin’s most successful franchise operators.
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Why Upstart Fast Casual Coco Playa is One to Watch [July 2025]
Combining warm cookies with refreshing coffees and sodas, thriving franchisee Ryan Feghali takes a plunge with his successful new independent concept.
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How One Little Caesars Franchisee Turned 16 Stores into a Community Force [June 2025]
Taylor Johns is building a legacy that honors his family’s history while forging his own mark on the Little Caesars brand and his community.
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Why Mochichis is One to Watch [June 2025]
Open for around one year, Mochichis serves up fresh and chewy mochi donuts, boba tea drinks, and creamy soft serve treats, embracing sunny San Diego skate culture.
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Meet Tom Stager, The CEO Who Came Back to Win [April 2025]
The veteran restaurant executive came out of retirement to lead Popeyes franchisee TICE Florida, implementing bold strategies to enhance operations and culture.
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Why 85°C Cafe is One to Watch [May 2025]
Bringing its signature sea salt coffee, fresh-baked pastries, and commitment to quality at affordable prices, the brand continues its rapid expansion across the U.S.
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Why Pepper Lunch is One to Watch [March 2025]
The Japanese-born brand is experiencing franchising success worldwide.
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Why Cortadito Coffee House is One to Watch [January 2025]
The rising beverage concept infuses Cuban culture into morning coffee rituals.
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Football Stars Find Another Act in Restaurant Franchising [January 2025]
Leveraging teamwork, leadership, and business savvy, football players are thriving as restaurant owners and entrepreneurs.
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The Benefit of Sweetening Menus with Local Partnerships [December 2024]
Some quick-service chains see the benefit of selling treats from dessert-specific companies in lieu of making products internally.
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How Milkshake Factory Preserves a 110-Year Family Legacy [December 2024]
A fourth-generation chocolatier, founder and CEO Dana Edwards Manatos has dessert-making in her DNA.
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Good Times Modernizes with Fresh Design and Local Art [September 2024]
The Colorado-based burger joint has remodeled five units with an updated bright and cheerful color scheme and charming murals.
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Why Family-Owned Moby Dick House of Kabob is One to Watch [October 2024]
The Persian chain has grown from a luncheonette into a 30-unit DMV favorite, with more expansion on the way.
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How Rubix Foods is Learning from Gen Z to Create Better Menus [November 2024]
The company’s new influencer program highlights sauce concepts by three foodie social media stars to test the power of Gen Z marketing.
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Tampa’s Naked Farmer is Reimagining Fast-Casual Dining Through Local Farms [November 2024]
Across Florida, the fast casual is bringing back hyper locally sourced produce to create a sustainable cycle for the communities it serves.
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How Velvet Taco is Tapping into Artificial Menu Innovation [October 2024]
The fast casual is using technology to create new flavors.