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Greg, who passed away suddenly, was known for […]</p> </div> </div> </article> <article class="loop-item loop-item--basic no-post-thumbnail"> <div class="loop-item__content"> <h2 class="loop-item__title has-font-size-6-font-size"> <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/bubbakoos-burritos-opens-location-in-newark-new-jersey/"> Bubbakoo’s Burritos Opens Location in Newark, New Jersey </a> </h2> <div class="loop-item__excerpt"> <p>Bubbakoo’s Burritos, the award-winning Mexican-fusion concept known for its bold flavors and innovative menu, announces its newest restaurant location opening in Newark on November 19. Drawing foot traffic from the bustling Rutgers University-Newark campus, the new restaurant is strategically located at 136 Washington Street, making it ideally positioned to serve students, faculty, and the surrounding […]</p> </div> </div> </article> <article class="loop-item loop-item--basic no-post-thumbnail"> <div class="loop-item__content"> <h2 class="loop-item__title has-font-size-6-font-size"> <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/food/sandwiches/port-of-subs-signs-70-unit-regional-development-deal-in-washington-d-c/"> Port of Subs Signs 70-Unit Regional Development Deal in Washington, D.C. </a> </h2> <div class="loop-item__excerpt"> <p>Port of Subs, the celebrated 50-year legacy sandwich brand driving nationwide expansion, announces its latest development deal. Detailing 70 units across the greater Washington, D.C. area, the agreement is in partnership with military veteran and entrepreneur, Bryan Denson. This record-breaking agreement will officially bring Port of Subs to the Mid-Atlantic region, a strategic target market […]</p> </div> </div> </article> <article class="loop-item loop-item--basic no-post-thumbnail"> <div class="loop-item__content"> <h2 class="loop-item__title has-font-size-6-font-size"> <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/burritobar-awards-master-franchising-rights-to-louisiana/"> BurritoBar Awards Master Franchising Rights for Louisiana </a> </h2> <div class="loop-item__excerpt"> <p>BurritoBar, USA Inc., a leading fast casual Mexican food franchise, announced the awarding of the Master Franchise rights for the state of Louisiana. This agreement marks the opening of 45 new franchised restaurants under the Barrio Burrito Bar brand, celebrated for its fresh, quality ingredients, daily-prepared meats, homemade salsas, and unique offerings such as bang-bang […]</p> </div> </div> </article> <article class="loop-item loop-item--basic no-post-thumbnail"> <div class="loop-item__content"> <h2 class="loop-item__title has-font-size-6-font-size"> <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/biscuit-belly-seeks-franchise-partners-in-orlando-and-tampa/"> Biscuit Belly Seeks Franchise Partners in Orlando and Tampa </a> </h2> <div class="loop-item__excerpt"> <p>Biscuit Belly, a Kentucky based “craft casual” brunch restaurant serving up warm hospitality and chef-driven gourmet biscuit breakfast sandwiches, has announced their interest in expanding into Florida for the first time. The brand is actively seeking franchise partners in Orlando and Tampa to bring its unique brunch experience to the state’s booming food scene, with plans to […]</p> </div> </div> </article> <article class="loop-item loop-item--basic no-post-thumbnail"> <div class="loop-item__content"> <h2 class="loop-item__title has-font-size-6-font-size"> <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/toppers-pizza-to-add-location-in-wisconsin/"> Toppers Pizza to Add Location in Wisconsin </a> </h2> <div class="loop-item__excerpt"> <p>Toppers Pizza fans in Monona-McFarland won’t have to drive to Madison to get their favorite pizza anymore. The brand announces plans for its newest Wisconsin restaurant, set to open in 2025. This new location reflects Toppers’ continued commitment to growing in its home state, with more expansion possibilities on the horizon. The new store will be […]</p> </div> </div> </article> <article class="loop-item loop-item--basic no-post-thumbnail"> <div class="loop-item__content"> <h2 class="loop-item__title has-font-size-6-font-size"> <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/cheba-hut-signs-10-unit-agreement-in-virginia/"> Cheba Hut Signs 10-Unit Agreement in Virginia </a> </h2> <div class="loop-item__excerpt"> <p>Cheba Hut “Toasted” Subs is ready to start packing blunts and pinners in Old Dominion with WAHI Brands Inc., one of the largest franchise groups to join forces with the counterculture-themed brand. The popular sub company has had steady growth with WAHI Brands and is now taking the partnership up a level with a 10-store development […]</p> </div> </div> </article> <article class="loop-item loop-item--basic no-post-thumbnail"> <div class="loop-item__content"> <h2 class="loop-item__title has-font-size-6-font-size"> <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/bad-ass-coffee-of-hawaii-inks-deal-to-open-nontraditional-unit-in-kenosha-wisconsin/"> Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii Inks Deal to Open Nontraditional Unit in Kenosha, Wisconsin </a> </h2> <div class="loop-item__excerpt"> <p>Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, a leading coffee franchise renowned for its premium sourcing of Hawaiian coffees and unforgettable cafés, announces a new signed agreement that will bring a nontraditional location to the greater Kenosha market in Q2 2025. Bad Ass Coffee is set to become the flagship concept in a 19,000-square-foot travel plaza at County Highway E, […]</p> </div> </div> </article> <article class="loop-item loop-item--basic no-post-thumbnail"> <div class="loop-item__content"> <h2 class="loop-item__title has-font-size-6-font-size"> <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/pjs-coffee-announces-expansion-in-maryland/"> PJ’s Coffee Announces Expansion in Maryland </a> </h2> <div class="loop-item__excerpt"> <p>PJ’s Coffee, the renowned coffee franchise from New Orleans, is making a strategic push into the Maryland market with the opening of three new locations in Laurel, Salisbury and Columbia. This expansion comes on the heels of the successful launch of its Camp Springs store, the fourth PJ’s in the area, signaling the brand’s continued […]</p> </div> </div> </article> <article class="loop-item loop-item--basic no-post-thumbnail"> <div class="loop-item__content"> <h2 class="loop-item__title has-font-size-6-font-size"> <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/the-human-bean-opens-another-unit-in-joplin-missouri/"> The Human Bean Opens Another Unit in Joplin, Missouri </a> </h2> <div class="loop-item__excerpt"> <p>Baristas at The Human Bean will begin pouring coffee and other specialty beverages at 2608 S Main St. beginning early 2025. Customers are invited to come get a first taste of the drive-thru’s offerings, including specialty-grade coffee, real-fruit smoothies, whole-leaf teas, and hot breakfast items to-go. Local owners of the new The Human Bean location, […]</p> </div> </div> </article> <article class="loop-item loop-item--basic no-post-thumbnail"> <div class="loop-item__content"> <h2 class="loop-item__title has-font-size-6-font-size"> <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/wings-etc-grill-pub-sets-sights-on-salem-virginia/"> Wings Etc. Grill & Pub Sets Sights on Salem, Virginia </a> </h2> <div class="loop-item__excerpt"> <p>Wings Etc. Grill & Pub has confirmed that franchisees Justin and Christy Lindsey plan to open a Wings Etc. location in Salem, Virginia. It will be the first Wings Etc. restaurant in the state. The 4,500-square-foot location at 260 Wildwood Road is expected to open in April 2025. 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