Arkansas Franchise Growth & Expansion News
Slim Chickens announced today a three-unit development agreement to introduce the brand to Southern California, with restaurants planned for Palmdale, Lancaster and Santa Clarita.
- Sep 18th, 2026
- By: Slim Chickens
- 306 0
The Big Biscuit® today announced that Steve Zahn, the brand’s first franchisee, has signed a new franchise agreement to continue expanding The Big Biscuit’s footprint across Oklahoma.
- Sep 16th, 2026
- By: The Big Biscuit
- 202 0
The Flying Biscuit Café opens its downtown café at 327 W Summit Hill Dr SW in Knoxville, Tenn., on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.
- Sep 10th, 2026
- By: The Flying Biscuit Café
- 223 0
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement to bring new locations to Arkansas and Texas.
- Sep 1st, 2026
- By: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
- 451 0
Little Greek Fresh Grill is advancing its expansion strategy through a combination of new restaurant openings and its flexible Little Greek Express format.
- Aug 25th, 2026
- By: Little Greek Fresh Grill
- 402 0
Slim Chickens marked a significant week of domestic growth with four restaurant openings across Washington, Nevada, Arkansas and Texas.
- Aug 25th, 2026
- By: Slim Chickens
- 396 0
Slim Chickens is putting additional investments behind the operators driving its next stage of growth.
- Aug 17th, 2026
- By: Slim Chickens
- 345 0
Huey Magoo’s is celebrating significant franchise development momentum in 2026.
- Aug 14th, 2026
- By: Huey Magoo's Chicken Tenders
- 761 0
HTeaO announces the grand opening of its new location in Fort Smith on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
- Aug 14th, 2026
- By: HTeaO
- 258 0
In 2025, Smoothie King, whose vision is to make the world a better place by nourishing healthy habits, invested in better understanding its guests' evolving needs and introduced its first ever food menu, laying the foundation for the future.
- Aug 12th, 2026
- By: Smoothie King
- 265 0
Big Whiskey’s American Restaurant & Bar continues its nationwide momentum announcing four new franchise agreements
- Jul 29th, 2026
- By: Big Whiskey's American Restaurant & Bar®
- 494 0
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Mellow Mushroom is entering the second half of 2026 with significant franchise development momentum after signing six franchise deals through the first half of the year.
- Jul 27th, 2026
- By: Mellow Mushroom
- 1226 0
Bojangles biscuits and tea, completed a strong first half of 2026.
- Jul 22nd, 2026
- By: Bojangles
- 355 0
The Big Biscuit has announced a signed lease for its latest location coming to Missouri.
- Jul 16th, 2026
- By: The Big Biscuit
- 353 0
Discover Strength is set to continue its impressive 2026 start fueled by seven opened locations, franchise momentum and strong consumer demand.
- Jul 14th, 2026
- By: Discover Strength
- 368 0
HTeaO announces the grand opening of its new location in Lowell on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
- Jul 7th, 2026
- By: HTeaO
- 376 0
Storm Guard is actively targeting Arkansas for franchise expansion.
- Jul 6th, 2026
- By: Storm Guard Roofing and Construction
- 376 0
HOODZ, the trusted leader in commercial kitchen hood cleaning for businesses nationwide, is opening a new franchise location in Syracuse, New York.
- Jul 1st, 2026
- By: Hoodz International, LLC
- 378 0
Layne’s Chicken Fingers is bringing the crunch to Mount Pleasant on May 26th.
- Jul 1st, 2026
- By: Layne's Chicken Fingers
- 318 0
The Big Biscuit announced the opening of its Rogers, Arkansas, restaurant.
- Jun 25th, 2026
- By: The Big Biscuit
- 593 0
HOODZ is opening a new franchise location in Tontitown, Arkansas.
- Jun 18th, 2026
- By: Hoodz International, LLC
- 473 0
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Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming today announced the opening of its first stores in three new states this month: Rogers, Arkansas; Edmond, Oklahoma; and Olympus Hill in Millcreek, Utah.
- Jun 16th, 2026
- By: Woof Gang Bakery
- 346 0
Arkansas, prepare to meet the Filet Mignon of Chicken®!
- Jun 11th, 2026
- By: Huey Magoo's Chicken Tenders
- 723 0
The Spice & Tea Exchange® announced the signing of three new franchise agreements and two upcoming store openings in key growth markets across the United States.
- Jun 10th, 2026
- By: The Spice & Tea Exchange
- 749 0
Little Greek Fresh Grill, is expanding its footprint in Florida having recently signed a deal with an area representative for the Miami and Ft. Lauderdale areas.
- Jun 2nd, 2026
- By: Little Greek Fresh Grill
- 583 0
Slim Chickens opened a new drive-thru-only location in Ashland, Kentucky, in partnership with Slims Chicken Coop LLC.
- Jun 2nd, 2026
- By: Slim Chickens
- 723 0
The Big Biscuit announced the second Wichita restaurant opening today.
- Jun 2nd, 2026
- By: The Big Biscuit
- 638 0
Huddle House recently signed a 10-unit development deal to expand its footprint across the Midwest.
- May 26th, 2026
- By: Huddle House
- 519 0
PJ’s Coffee is continuing its expansion across the Natural State with its first Northwest Arkansas location.
- May 26th, 2026
- By: PJ's Coffee
- 672 0
The Peach Cobbler Factory continues its national growth with the addition of a new franchise group in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
- Apr 28th, 2026
- By: Peach Cobbler Factory
- 1104 0
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