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DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smashburger, the rapidly expanding better burger restaurant, today introduced the refreshingly tasty Wedge Club Burger – available in restaurants for a limited time only. This inventive smashed fresh, served delicious 100 percent Certified Angus Beef burger is topped with applewood smoked bacon, blue cheese crumbles, iceberg lettuce wedge, ripe tomatoes, red onions and blue cheese dressing on a butter toasted egg bun. Guests can also opt for the same recipe on its Wedge Club Chicken sandwich. Both new menu items are available today through June 4 at Smashburger restaurants nationwide. In conjunction with this delicious limited time offering, Smashburger invites guests to check out the company’s Facebook page on May 10 to receive a free entrée with the purchase of the new Wedge Club Burger and Chicken Sandwich... |
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Popular U.S. "Better Burger" Company Opens in Calgary's Northeast in May 2012
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - April 30, 2012) - Smashburger, America's fastest growing "better burger" restaurant, is introducing their fresh approach to burgers to the Canadian market, opening their first location in Calgary on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at #4 2770 32 Avenue NE.
Smashburger will offer gourmet burgers that are smashed fresh and served delicious, along with MacKay's milkshakes, a variety of sides and regional menu items crafted specifically for the Calgary market. A second Calgary location is scheduled to open in Royal Oak in June 2012.
Each Calgary Smashburger location will feature a regional Alberta-inspired menu to showcase local suppliers and flavours... |
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Smashburger increased guest satisfaction by 5.5 percent and gained an additional 8 percent improvement in focus areas – within just two months of piloting the Empathica Local™ CEM program.
TORONTO - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empathica Inc., a leading provider of Customer Experience Management (CEM) solutions to more than 200 of the world’s most respected brands, announced today that it has equipped restaurant chain Smashburger with the means to attain a full 5.5 percent increase in guest satisfaction just two months into Smashburger’s implementation of Empathica Local™. Empathica Local is a new CEM product that enables location managers to deliver consistent and memorable customer experiences at their restaurants, retail locations, grocery stores and banks... |
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"Better Burger" Restaurant heats up a new location in Phoenix on April 11
Phoenix, Ariz. (PRWEB) April 04, 2012 - Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” restaurant and Phoenix’s Best Burger, as voted by the readers of Phoenix New Times and Arizona Foothills Magazine, is set to open its newest Valley location on Wednesday, April 11 at 21001 N Tatum Blvd at the Desert Ridge Marketplace in Phoenix. Smashburger brings its juicy burgers that are smashed fresh, served delicious, along with its Haagen-Dazs ® shakes, tempting sides and regional menu items crafted to please local’s palates, to north Phoenix. This is the ninth of thirty Phoenix-area Smashburgers that local franchisee SunWest Burgers, Smashburger’s 2011 Franchisee of the Year, is slated to open over the next five years... |
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Better Burger Chain Celebrates Grand Opening with Debut of Locally-Inspired Kuwait Burger
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smashburger, the rapidly expanding better burger restaurant, today announced the opening of its first international restaurant location in Kuwait. This restaurant, located at The Village, Abu Al Hasaniya, is the first of 23 franchise locations planned for the area by regional franchise partner, Georgetown Advisors, an independent, Kuwaiti-owned boutique commercial development firm specializing in culinary concepts. This opening represents Smashburger’s first international location, which will be followed by new restaurant openings in Canada and Latin America later this year.
“We are delighted and privileged to be the first international franchise group to debut Smashburger outside the United States... |
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Better Burger Chain's Latest Burger and Chicken Recipe Available for a Limited Time Only
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smashburger, the rapidly expanding better burger restaurant, today introduced its newest burger to satisfy consumer taste buds - the Fresh Mex Burger - available in restaurants for a limited time only. This smashed fresh, served delicious 100 percent Certified Angus Beef burger is topped with fresh avocado, chopped cilantro, onions, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, sour cream and spicy chipotle mayo on a Mexican roll, served with a wedge of lime. Guests may also opt for a Fresh Mex chicken sandwich served with the same savory combination on one of Smashburger's juicy marinated chicken sandwiches. This flavor fiesta was originally created as the local burger for the San Diego market where Fresh Mex flavors are a popular combination... |
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March 14, 2012 // Franchising.com // Ramsey, NJ - Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger restaurant” brings its fresh approach to burgers to Ramsey when it opens its ninth New Jersey location on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, at 984 Route 17 North. The Ramsey opening also marks the 150th location for the brand nationwide.Smashburger brings its juicy burgers that are smashed fresh and served delicious, along with its Haagen-Dazs ® shakes, tempting sides and regional menu items crafted to please local palates to its third Bergen County location. Other New Jersey Smashburger locations include: Clifton, East Hanover, Florham Park, Hackensack, Montclair, Newark Liberty International Airport, New Providence, and Paramus with another location coming soon to Morris Plains... |
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Better Burger Chain Announces System-Wide Sales of $115.7M and 3% Same-Store Sales Growth
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smashburger, the rapidly expanding better burger restaurant concept, today announced a summary of its 2011 accomplishments and its plans for 2012. 2011 was another successful year of growth and consumer acceptance for the fast causal concept which opened 51 new units, which includes expansion into 12 new markets. The company ended the year with 143 locations nationwide, representing 55% new unit growth for the year. The company also announced its first international expansion initiatives with units expected to open in the Middle East, Canada and Latin America in 2012, beginning the company’s strategic expansion to fast growing markets around the globe... |
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"Better Burger" Restaurant Sizzles at Lake Pleasant Towne Center on February 1.
Peoria, ARIZ. (PRWEB) January 23, 2012 - Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” restaurant and Phoenix’s Best Burger, as voted by the readers of Phoenix New Times, is set to open its newest Valley location on Wednesday, February 1, 2011 at 9918 W Happy Valley Road at the Lake Pleasant Towne Center in Peoria. Smashburger brings its juicy burgers that are smashed fresh, served delicious, along with its Haagen-Dazs ® shakes, tempting sides and regional menu items crafted to please local’s palates, to north Phoenix. This is the eighth of thirty Phoenix-area Smashburgers that local franchisee SunWest Burgers, Smashburger’s 2011 Franchisee of the Year, is slated to open over the next five years... |
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Denver, CO – January 5, 2011 – Smashburger, the fastest growing “better burger” concept in the U.S. and recently ranked as Forbes Magazine #1 “Most Promising Company in America,” today announced it has partnered with international restaurateur Richard Eisenberg and his company, QSR International in a growth initiative to expand the brand’s footprint into Latin America. Mr. Eisenberg’s franchise commitment of 18 restaurants will bring Smashburger’s juicy burgers that are smashed fresh and served delicious, along with its premium menu offering to new territory in Central and South America and the Caribbean.
The company expects to open its first Latin America locations in Costa Rica in 2012 and is actively seeking additional experienced multi-unit operators to become franchise partners across the Latin American region... |
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December 29, 2011 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA - Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” restaurant, brings its fresh approach to burgers to Sandy Springs with the opening of the fifth Atlanta-area location on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 6080 Roswell Road. Smashburger brings its juicy burgers that are smashed fresh, served delicious, along with its Haagen-Dazs ® shakes, tempting sides and regional menu items crafted to please locals’ palates to this Atlanta suburb. This is the fifth of 20 plus Atlanta-area Smashburger locations that local franchisee Phil Wilkins is slated to open over the next seven years.
Each Atlanta Smashburger features a regional menu created with regional flavors and tastes in mind... |
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PHOENIX (December 14, 2011)—Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” restaurant and Phoenix’s Best Burger, as voted by the readers of Phoenix New Times, is set to open its newest Valley location on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 2470 W Happy Valley Road at the Shops at Norterra in the Black Canyon Corridor. Smashburger brings its juicy burgers that are smashed fresh, served delicious, along with its Haagen-Dazs ® shakes, tempting sides and regional menu items crafted to please local’s palates, to north Phoenix. This is the seventh of thirty Phoenix-area Smashburgers that local franchisee SunWest Burgers, Smashburger’s 2011 Franchisee of the Year, is slated to open over the next five years... |
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December 19, 2011 // Franchising.com // Denver, CO – Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” concept, is pleased to announce Winterfest; a powder filled promotion from December 6 through January 14. In an effort to celebrate its Colorado roots, Smashburger has partnered with Winter Park, Icelantic Skis, vitaminwater® and Coca-Cola in a national sweepstakes that will send one lucky winner to Colorado for a trip of a lifetime.
In conjunction with the sweepstakes, Smashburger is excited to partner with Winter Park to offer Colorado residents two-for-one lift tickets to Winter Park with the purchase of any entrée at all participating Colorado Smashburger locations while supplies last... |
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ATLANTA - Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” restaurant, will open its fourth Atlanta-area location on Wednesday, November 30, 2011. The restaurant will open at 440 Ernest W. Barrett Parkway in Kennesaw. This is the fourth of 20 plus Atlanta-area Smashburger locations that local franchisee Phil Wilkins is slated to open over the next seven years. Atlanta’s first Smashburger store is located at 2625 Piedmont Road NE; the second store is in Johns Creek at 9775 Medlock Bridge Road; and the third location is in Alpharetta at 5530 Windward Parkway.
Atlanta-area Smashburger restaurants feature a regional menu specifically created with Southern flavors and tastes in mind. Kennesaw guests can enjoy the signature Atlanta Smashburger, which features 100 percent Certified Angus Beef, peach BBQ sauce, Wicked® Pimena cheese, grilled jalapeños and Vidalia coleslaw on an egg bun or the Atlanta Smashdog, topped with Wicked® Pimena cheese, grilled jalapeños and Vidalia coleslaw... |
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"Better Burger" Restaurant Heats up Norterra shopping center on December 14
Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) December 02, 2011 - Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” restaurant and Phoenix’s Best Burger, as voted by the readers of Phoenix New Times, is set to open its newest Valley location on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 2470 W Happy Valley Road at the Shops at Norterra in the Black Canyon Corridor. Smashburger brings its juicy burgers that are smashed fresh, served delicious, along with its Haagen-Dazs ® shakes, tempting sides and regional menu items crafted to please local’s palates, to north Phoenix. This is the seventh of thirty Phoenix-area Smashburgers that local franchisee SunWest Burgers, Smashburger’s 2011 Franchisee of the Year, is slated to open over the next five years... |
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DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing better burger concept, is pleased to announce that it has been ranked No. 1 on Forbes first annual America’s Most Promising Companies list. The Forbes‘ list of America’s Most Promising Companies features 100 privately held up-and-comers with compelling business models, strong management teams, notable customers, strategic partners and precious investment capital.
“Sizing up younger, privately held companies is hard: Their fortunes can change very quickly and there’s a dearth of public data”
“Sizing up younger, privately held companies is hard: Their fortunes can change very quickly and there’s a dearth of public data,” says Forbes Executive Editor Brett Nelson... |
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Company Signs Lease Agreements in Calgary and Seeks Franchise Partners to Fuel Canadian Growth
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smashburger, the fastest growing “better burger” concept in the U.S., today announced it has signed its first two lease agreements in the Calgary market, bringing its juicy burgers that are smashed fresh, served delicious, along with its other premium fare including tender chicken sandwiches and fresh salads to Canada for the first time. The company expects to open its first Calgary location in 2012 with plans to open 10 to 15 units in the Calgary and Edmonton markets over time.
“We are eager to introduce Smashburger’s better burger offering and our diverse menu of chicken sandwiches, fresh tossed salads and signatures sides to residents in Calgary and Edmonton”
Smashburger is targeting additional growth in Canada and is actively seeking experienced multi-unit operators to become franchise partners across all provinces... |
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Starting November 10th, Smashburger customers will enjoy discounts on popular menu items on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) November 10, 2011 - Smashburger, the nationally acclaimed “better burger” restaurant that opened its first Charlotte location this past June, has announced three new weekly specials for their customers. Beginning November 10th, patrons will enjoy discounts on some of the restaurants most popular items on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays of each week.
From now on, the restaurant will begin each week with “Milkshake Mondays”, where guests who purchase a milkshake may receive a second milkshake at half price.
On “Tuesday Chooseday”, customers can choose an additional burger topping for free... |
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Company concludes successful conference recognizing leaders in five categories for 2011
November 07, 2011 // Franchising.com // Denver, CO - Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing “better burger” concept, today announced the recipients of its Franchise Awards which were given out to five deserving franchise groups at the company’s annual franchise conference in Denver.
“We are pleased to recognize these incredibly committed franchisees that have made a significant impact on Smashburger’s growth this year,” said Dave Prokupek, chairman and CEO of Smashburger. “We would like to congratulate each of our award winners and extend our appreciation to all of our franchise partners who have made Smashburger the strong brand it is today... |
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“Better Burger” Restaurant Heats Up Clarkson Rd. in West St. Louis County
Chesterfield, Mo. (PRWEB) November 03, 2011 - Smashburger, the nation’s fastest-growing “better burger” restaurant, will open its second metropolitan St. Louis-area location on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 1670 Clarkson Road. Smashburger brings its signature smashed-to-order burgers, Häagen-Dazs® shakes, tempting sides and regional menu items crafted to please locals’ palates to Chesterfield. This is the second of 12 St. Louis Smashburgers slated to open over the next four years. The St. Louis area’s first Smashburger opened in July 2011 and is located at 1981 Zumbehl Road in St. Charles, Mo.
Each St. Louis Smashburger features a regional menu created with regional flavors and tastes in mind... |
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