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7 Brew Celebrates Opening of its 777th Location

7 Brew is marking the opening of Stand 777 in San Antonio with its biggest grand opening yet, featuring free drinks, Lucky Lanes giveaways, cowboy hats, and a week of special offers- a milestone for America's fastest-growing drive-thru coffee chain.

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Jun 10, 2026

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Cava Launches Hiring Push to Add 2,500 Staff

Cava is hiring more than 2,500 new team members this year as it opens 75 new restaurants, backed by its "Flavor Your Future" initiative offering career growth, equity grants, and a robust benefits package.

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Jun 10, 2026

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Great Greek Grill Goes Global With Three New Markets

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is accelerating its global footprint with new openings in Canada, Australia, and Egypt, as the fast-casual brand marks its 15th anniversary and eyes further expansion across the Caribbean and beyond.

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Jun 10, 2026

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KFC Plans to Test New Open House Concept

KFC is set to test a new concept called Open House in McKinney, Texas, this summer, featuring table service, a drive-thru, and a reimagined menu- part of a broader turnaround strategy that has already delivered three consecutive quarters of same-store sales growth.

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Jun 10, 2026

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Travelin' Tom's Coffee Ranked No. 1 Emerging Franchise

Travelin' Tom's Coffee has been named the No. 1 New and Emerging Franchise in the US by Entrepreneur Magazine, while both Travelin' Tom's and sister brand Kona Ice earned Top Franchise for Culture honours from Franchise Business Review.

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Jun 10, 2026

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Caribou Coffee Appoints Gene Komsky as CFO

Caribou Coffee has named Gene Komsky as its new Chief Financial Officer, bringing nearly two decades of strategic finance experience from Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurants, XPO Logistics, and Pactiv Evergreen.

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Jun 10, 2026

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Noodles Introduces Wedding Catering and Giveaway

Noodles & Company has introduced wedding catering services featuring customizable pasta trays, mac and cheese bars, and special event packages, alongside a chance to win a $10,000 honeymoon giveaway.

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Jun 9, 2026

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Ojo Locos Hires Ex Twin Peaks CEO Joe Hummel

Ojos Locos Sports Cantina has appointed former Twin Peaks CEO Joe Hummel as its new chief executive, alongside fellow Twin Peaks veteran Clay Mingus as chief legal officer, bringing nearly 40 years of combined industry experience to the 35-unit sports bar chain.

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Jun 9, 2026

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First Watch Names Ashlee Weisser as New CFO

First Watch Restaurant Group has appointed Ashlee Weisser as Chief Financial Officer effective June 8, succeeding Mel Hope, who is retiring after a distinguished tenure that included leading the company through its IPO.

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Jun 9, 2026