Fatburger Franchise News

May 22, 2012 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles - Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger franchisee (FB Vegas LLC.) has remodeled the iconic 24 hour Fatburger location on Las Vegas Blvd. (The Strip). It’s the first full service domestic Fatburger restaurant of its kind, and is also the first location to offer a "Fat Bar.”
The newly remodeled Fatburger restaurant and Fat Bar occupy a combined space of 3,000 square feet with seating for 220 customers and remains open 24 hours. The Fat Bar is located directly on Las Vegas Blvd., is accessible to tens of thousands daily passersby and offers patrons a full bar of alcoholic beverages as well as panoramic views of the Las Vegas Strip and the City Center Development which is located directly across the street from the Fatburger and Fat Bar...

March 28, 2012 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles - Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit is partnering with Twentieth Century Fox on a national promotion for the theatrical release of THE THREE STOOGES: THE MOVIE.
Fatburger restaurants nationwide will participate in a month long promotion beginning April 1. Fatburger will support the partnership with two themed Limited Time Only menu offerings. Restaurant guests will be invited to complete the Just Say Moe (named for the Stooge with the bowl-shaped haircut) XXXL Fatburger Challenge. Diners finishing the Just Say Moe XXXL Fatburger topped with bacon, egg and chili will receive a Three Stooges limited edition certificate and have their picture featured on the XXXL Wall of Fame...

February 22, 2012 Los Angeles -- Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit joined some of Hollywood's hottest stars to support Children's Hospital Los Angeles 1st Annual "All You Need is Love" Valentine's Day Party. Patients and their families were treated to an unforgettable day filled with treats, special activities and several moving musical performances.
Chelsie Hightower of "Dancing With The Stars," current DWTS champion JR Martinez, Corbin Bleu ("High School Musical"), Rachel Leigh Cook ("Perception") and husband Daniel Gillies ("The Vampire Diaries"), Annika Marks ("The Surrogate"), Cory Almeida ("Pictureka"), Meagan Tandy ("Jane by Design"), Neil Grayston ("Eureka"), Sufe Bradshaw ("Veep") and Disney star Trevor Jackson spent time playing with the children, sharing words of encouragement and helping the children make Valentine's Day cards and chocolate jewelry...

December 05, 2011 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles - Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit opened its first restaurant in Seoul, Korea this week. The Gangnam-gu location, in the southeast part of the city, is a significant business district as well as a shopping and entertainment hub.
This is the first of multiple units planned with franchisee SW Group, Inc. Andrew Wiederhorn, Chairman, Fatburger, confirmed plans to open 10 stores in Korea as part of this partnership with additional stores to be opened in 2012. He stated “We look forward to working with the SW Group and are pleased to welcome them into the Fatburger family.” Mr. Wiederhorn added “ As Fatburger continues to expand internationally, South Korea’s economy and trade relationship with the United States make it an important market for our Brand...

Fatburger North America, Inc. of Beverly Hills, CA has been honored with a recognition by Los Angeles Business Journal in its selection of "20 Largest Franchisers."
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Announcing a special recognition appearing in the January, 2011 issue of Los Angeles Business Journal published by CBJ Associates, Inc. Fatburger North America, Inc. was selected for the following honor: "20 Largest Franchisers"
A spokesperson from Fatburger North America, Inc. commented on the recognition: "This is quite an honor for us. The fact that Los Angeles Business Journal included Fatburger North America, Inc. in its selection of "20 Largest Franchisers," signals that our constant efforts towards business excellence are paying off...

April 29, 2011 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles, -- Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit confirmed the April 21st sale of 25 corporate owned restaurant locations for $7.3 million. The restaurants, located in Southern California and Las Vegas, are owned by Fatburger Restaurants of California Inc. and Fatburger Restaurants of Nevada Inc.

The proceeds exceeded industry analysts expectations by as much as 50%. Each of the restaurants will remain a Fatburger and will be run by either existing or new franchise partners. "This is worth noting and speaks to the strength of the Fatburger brand" said Andy Wiederhorn, Chairman, Fatburger. "It was not a precondition of the sale. Our business has been on the upswing and the results reflect that...

April 07, 2011 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles, April 6 -- Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit supported the American Red Cross at Josh Duhamel's Youth Run For Japan. The Fatmobile, Fatburger's restaurant on wheels, was on site at the March 27th event in Santa Monica, CA where over 4,000 runners braved the cold and rain to pledge their support and raise money for the American Red Cross Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami Relief Fund. The company donated 100% of sales to the Fund and provided a hot meal to the event's staff and volunteers. Fatburger also sponsored the event's Photo Fund booth. The Photo Fund raises money for charities, including the Red Cross, through sale of celebrity prints from their gallery...

March 22, 2011 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles -- Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit announced the opening of their first two locations in Reno. The Northtowne restaurant opened February 14 followed closely by a second restaurant at the Summit Mall on March 14.

Albert Yang, a first time Fatburger franchisee owns both restaurants and reports business in the Northtowne store has been robust during their first month. Mr. Yang attributes some of their success to an excellent location and early neighborhood outreach. According to Mr. Yang, " Our business is benefitting from a very visible location at the North McCarran Crossing, it's one of the busiest intersections in town. We've also established a presence in the community prior to opening...

December 08, 2010 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles -- Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit announced new restaurants have opened in Reseda and Pasadena. The Company also confirmed openings in Burbank as well as Long Beach and Pomona.

According to Fatburger Chairman Andy Wiederhorn, "The company's strategic focus is to reach 200 units within the next three years, both here in the US and abroad. Our international business has grown quickly over the past year and continues to be very healthy, however we expect 30% of these new units to open domestically. In fact, RestaurantChain.net recently placed Fatburger 10th in its quarterly survey of fastest growing restaurant concepts. Since opening in Los Angeles almost 60 years ago, Fatburger has developed a very loyal following in Southern California where our customers appreciate our high quality burgers and unique atmosphere...

August 18, 2010 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles -- Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit this week announced the opening of their first store in Kuwait City, to be followed by their second Jakarta location, scheduled to open the first week of August.

The Kuwait City restaurant is the first of five locations planned for Kuwait with franchisee Nawaf Al-Sharekh of Universal Food Company, who added, "I'm very proud to partner with Fatburger and look forward to bringing "LA's Best Burger," as well as their quality shakes and fries, to our customers in this market.

Jakarta's second store will be located in the fashionable Plaza Senayan. The upscale mall in Central Jakarta, known for its' diverse high end shops and services, is one of the most popular shopping destinations for local residents, tourists and business travelers alike...

May 13, 2010 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles – The stars came out on May 8 for "Super Saturday's" Championship playoff finale and All-Star Game for the E League, Hollywood's premier private celebrity basketball league. Spotted on court were Dean Cain, Clark Gregg, Brandon Routh, Jay Harrington and Shane Mosley.

Torrance, California resident Rod Sakamoto won his first Triple King Challenge, beating all competitors by being the first to finish a Fatburger Triple King Burger (three 8 oz beef patties - 24 oz total, lettuce, tomato, pickles, relish, onion, mustard and mayo) in one sitting. For his efforts, Mr. Sakamoto received 52 "Fatchecks," a T-shirt, certificate and his photo permanently displayed on the "Carnivores Wall of Fame...

March 09, 2010 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles -- Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger restaurant unit this week announced its latest Middle East launch scheduled for mid-March in Dubai, marking the popular American restaurant chain's second location in the cosmopolitan city.

"We're delighted to be partnering with our franchisee Khalil Asfour of Vetra Investments" said Andy Wiederhorn, Chairman, Fatburger. "Since opening the city's first location in 2008 at the base of the world's tallest building, the famous Burj Khalifa, formerly known as the Burj Dubai, we're attracting a loyal and rapidly growing customer base that enjoys our quality burgers, shakes and fries."

This latest restaurant boasts a prime location on Jumeriah Beach Road, in the Umm Suqeim neighborhood of the city, on the main beach access route...

February 16, 2010 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles -- Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger this week announced its latest Asia Pacific launch scheduled for late February in Beijing, shortly after the weeklong Chinese New Year festivities.

"We're delighted to bring a LA's "Best Burger" to China with the opening of our new restaurant in Beijing," said Andy Wiederhorn, Chairman, Fatburger. "This new launch with franchise partners Rudy and Lee Lee Sulistio marks our third location in China. This latest restaurant, located in The Grand Summit, is near the new US Embassy in Beijing. Together, we welcome the embassy staff, their families and locals alike to enjoy the quality dining experience that Fatburger consistently delivers...

February 08, 2010 // Franchising.com // (SANTA MONICA, CA) – Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger unit has announced the opening of its newest location on West Broadway in Vancouver.

Occupying 800 square feet, "The Last Great Hamburger Stand" will mix ample portions of burger joint musts like neon and stainless steel with a menu that includes signature Fatburgers and other great-tasting items. Its visual centerpiece will be a 15-foot-tall neon-lit sign that will beckon to motorists and pedestrians along Broadway to try their very first Fatburger or to return for another helping of great food.

Since a burger joint is all about the food, every Fatburger patty will be made with fresh, never frozen, AAA Canadian Alberta beef and can be dressed with all the usual condiments as well as with chili, bacon, mushrooms, an assortment of cheeses and even a fried egg...

January 20, 2010 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles -- Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger this week unveiled an elaborate international expansion strategy for 2010 and beyond in the Middle East and Asia Pacific.

"Despite the recent downturn in the domestic economy, the international market is on fire," said Andy Wiederhorn, Chairman, Fatburger. "The Middle East and Asia Pacific are becoming exciting territories for us. Our current locations in these regions have been extremely well received. We are committed to serving our customers abroad by rapidly growing the number of our locations from 16 to 56 stores."

Highlights of Fatburger's global expansion include:

In Saudi Arabia, 17 stores are planned, with a first location scheduled to open in 2010 in Riyadh;

Five new stores are scheduled in Kuwait with construction underway now in Kuwait City for its first opening in 2010;

Deals totaling 30 stores were recently signed for Qatar, Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Syria and Oman;

In Dubai, Fatburger opened its first store in the region in 2008 in Dubai Mall at the base of the Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building and is opening its second store in early 2010...

Award-Winning Restaurant Chain Unveils Bold International Expansion Plan for Middle East and Asia Pacific January 14, 2010 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles -- Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger this week unveiled an elaborate international expansion strategy for 2010 and beyond in the Middle East and Asia Pacific.

"Despite the recent downturn in the domestic economy, the international market is on fire," said Andy Wiederhorn, Chairman, Fatburger. "The Middle East and Asia Pacific are becoming exciting territories for us. Our current locations in these regions have been extremely well received. We are committed to serving our customers abroad by rapidly growing the number of our locations from 16 to 56 stores...

December 17, 2009 // Franchising.com // Los Angeles, DATE -- Since launching its first Canadian franchise in 2005, Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB: FCCG) Fatburger has opened 11 locations in Western Canada, and will open a new restaurant early next year in Vancouver, marking the franchisee's third location in the Vancouver vicinity.

"We're delighted to have such a wonderful franchise partner as Frank DiBenedetto of Frankie's Burger Enterprises, Inc. and Ricky's All Day Grill in Canada," said Andy Wiederhorn, Chairman, Fatburger. "In only a short time we have launched a dozen stores in the region. Our quality menu provides a cost effective dining option that is extremely popular with our neighbors to the North."

Fatburger currently has franchise locations in Western Canada in such key territories as Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Prince George, White Rock, Kelowna and Greater Langley...

PORTLAND, Ore., April 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTC Bulletin Board: FCCGE) Fatburger unit has announced the opening of yet another Southern California location at 501 Albertoni Street in Carson, California.

Mike and Nancy Ayoub are the franchise owners of this restaurant and are excited to give the Carson community their very own Fatburger. "I'm thrilled to be a part of the L.A. icon - Fatburger," said Mike Ayoub. "I've been to numerous Fatburger restaurants in Southern California and I am excited to create the same lively vibe at my store here in Carson."

The Ayoubs are entrepreneurs at heart, previously owning "Gift Time", a gift and jewelry store for over 28 years. They stumbled across the Fatburger Corporate Office while attending to their store located on the 3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica...

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB:FCCG) Fatburger unit has announced the opening of its first Middle East restaurant at The Dubai Mall in the most populous city of the United Arab Emirates. Fatburger Franchisee Khalil Asfour of Vetra Investments is responsible for the planned multi-unit development Fatburger in Dubai.

Fatburger is one of several global businesses making their Middle East debut at The Dubai Mall which is centrally located in the Downtown Burj Dubai development - 'the new heart of the city' where the world's tallest tower is under construction. When fully operational, The Dubai Mall will have over 1,200 stores of which nearly 165 retailers - equaling 1.1 million sq ft, or 30% of the total gross leasable area of the mall - are either new to the region, or opening standalone or flagship stores for the very first time in Dubai...

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc.'s (OTCBB:FCCG) Fatburger unit has announced that it has entered into a multi-unit restaurant development agreement allowing PT. GLOBAL FOOD INDONESIA to develop and operate Fatburger restaurants in Indonesia. PT. GLOBAL is initially seeking locations in Jakarta, but also expects to open restaurants in Surabaya and Bali.

Fatburger's current international operations include restaurants in Canada and China, with additional agreements to open locations in Dubai, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The Company expects to open its first restaurants in Dubai and Hong Kong before year end.

Fatburger is a quick-casual, takeout and sit-down restaurant serving big, juicy burgers custom made to guests' taste buds...