Restaurant Franchise News from Dog Haus, Roosters, Newk’s Eatery, and More!
Catch up on the latest restaurant franchise news from Dog Haus, Roosters, Newk’s Eatery, Layne’s Chicken Fingers, South Block, Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, Boba Cucue, Mountain Mike’s Pizza, Angry Chickz, and Juice It Up!
Jake Paul and His Team Get Ready to Rumble with Dog Haus Expansion
Following his partnership announcement with renowned burgers, brats and brews concept, Dog Haus, ahead of his history-making fight last fall, Jake Paul, the professional boxer and businessman, is rapidly expanding his franchise portfolio with plans to open 10 additional locations by the end of 2025.
Roosters Takes Flight: Alabama-Based Latin American Eatery Announces Franchise Opportunity
Founded in January 2017, Roosters has built a loyal following, poured into its surrounding community, and garnered national attention. Now, after years of refining its concept, Roosters is inviting entrepreneurs to bring this dynamic brand to new markets.
Newk’s Eatery Opens 97th Location in Pascagoula
Newk’s Eatery, known for its fresh salads, sandwiches, soups and pizzas, is opening its 97th location in Pascagoula, Mississippi. This marks the brand’s 30th corporate-owned location and the 17th Newk’s in Mississippi.
Layne’s Chicken Fingers Quadruples Growth in Q1, Targets 45-Unit Mark for 2025
Soon to be Famous chicken finger franchise Layne’s Chicken Fingers is closing another groundbreaking quarter with nine new restaurants opened and two franchise agreements totaling 10 restaurants signed.
South Block Soars to 20 Locations
“This is a major milestone in our journey to build healthier, happier blocks everywhere we go,” said Amir Mostafavi, CEO and Founder. “We can’t wait for more and more guests to experience our good vibes, fresh flavors, authentic ingredients, and community-first mission.”
Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream Welcomes Key Iowa Markets for Development
Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream, the legendary family-friendly brand known for bringing pizza, ice cream and big smiles to generations of Midwestern families, has officially reopened development opportunities in a trade area rich with history and brand loyalty: eastern and central Iowa.
Benson Family Revitalizes Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in St. George, Utah
Under Daniel and Rebecca Benson’s leadership, Dickey’s St. George location has undergone a transformation, focusing on exceptional food, customer service and community engagement.
Boba Cucue Expands to Montana with First-Ever Location in Bozeman
The family-friendly, fun-for-all tea house sets sights on Bozeman with exclusive treats, vibrant vibes, and brand-new franchise partners as it continues its franchise expansion across the U.S.
Mountain Mike’s Pizza Maintains Impressive Growth Trajectory Throughout Q1
Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain for over 45 years, known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis, massive 20-inch Mountain-sized pizzas and dough made fresh daily, continued its impressive growth trajectory in Q1 2025, building on the momentum the brand created in 2024.
Angry Chickz Coming in Hot with Houston Debut
Favorite Nashville hot chicken brand set to open in Webster on April 25 with exclusive giveaways, including limited edition jerseys and the chance to win free Angry Chickz for a year.
Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream Rises in Pizza Marketplace’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers
Happy Joe’s rose from #24 to #21 in the ranks on Pizza Marketplace’s highly influential list, reinforcing that its momentum isn’t slowing down.
Juice It Up! Kicks off 30th Anniversary Year With Exceptional Q1 Results
“Starting our 30th anniversary year with such strong Q1 growth highlights our dedication to product expansion, and these results accentuate our devotion to the loyal guests who’ve enjoyed our innovative menu for three decades and every Juice It Up! franchisee who delivers on our brand promise,” said Chris Britt, Co-Chairman and Co-Owner of Juice It Up!.