March 23, 2026 // Franchising.com // SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Hawaiian Bros is opening its newest island-inspired location in Springfield. Ohana Restaurant Group, a multi-unit franchisee, continues to expand as they celebrate their newest location.
Hawaiian Bros is hosting a grand opening celebration at their new location in the Springfield area on March 23 at 11 a.m. At the grand opening, the first 100 customers in line will receive a free t-shirt and a Hawaiian Bros gift card ranging from $25-$500 (with purchase), and one lucky winner will win Hawaiian Bros for a year.
Hawaiian Bros will also host VIP events on March 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. First responders, medical personnel, academic staff, students, and local business employees will be treated to a free classic Plate Lunch.
“In true Aloha Spirit, we’re celebrating the opening of our newest location in Springfield,” said Zach Fugate, Owner of Ohana Restaurant Group. “We're enthusiastic about expanding the ‘Ohana and bringing even more island-inspired flavors to the community.”
Hawaiian Bros is known for its island-inspired plate lunch, which offers a variety of juicy chicken or pork glazed with sweet, savory or spicy sauces; macaroni salad, a bed of fluffy steamed white rice or vegetables; and for dessert, a smooth and tropical Dole Soft Serve®. Never relying on freezers or microwaves, the simple menu is prepared with the highest quality, freshest ingredients - unlike any fast-casual restaurant in the area.
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An island-inspired fast-casual franchise rooted in the Aloha Spirit—delivering craveable plate lunches, simple operations, and strong unit economics for scalable, multi-unit growth.