Food Franchise News
The latest Food franchise news.
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the largest Italian Ice concept in the world, is giving its most-loved treat a delicious upgrade.
April 6th, 2026
ARTICLE
Franchise Update Media
February 24th, 2026
Jollibee, the global restaurant brand twice-crowned "best fast-food fried chicken in America" by USA TODAY, will open its new store in Stockton, Calif., on Friday, April 3.
April 3rd, 2026
Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) is continuing the 75th anniversary celebrations doing what it does best: going bigger on flavor with a fun twist fans are going to love.
April 3rd, 2026
Playa Bowls is officially bringing its signature tropical vibe north of the border.
April 2nd, 2026
Taxes may be inevitable, but your ramen bill doesn’t have to be.
April 2nd, 2026
New York Butcher Shoppe today announced a strategic investment from The Foundry Group to support the brand’s next phase of growth.
April 2nd, 2026
Papa Johns is turning a routine drive into a reason to celebrate with Pizza Miles, a limited‑time Papa Rewards® promotion that gives customers Papa Dough back when they choose carryout.
April 2nd, 2026
With warmer days on the horizon, Häagen-Dazs® Shops is introducing its new limited-time indulgence: the Dark Cherry Truffle Collection.
April 2nd, 2026
Cousins Subs® announced today the return of its semi-annual Round Up Campaign in support of the Make It Better Foundation.
April 2nd, 2026
Mountain Mike’s Pizza is continuing its growth in Colorado with its newest Colorado Springs location.
April 1st, 2026
Playa Bowls, the nation’s leading acai bowl shop, is inviting guests to celebrate National Acai Day together on Monday, April 6, with the acai energy building all weekend long.
April 1st, 2026
Pokeworks, the fast-casual poke brand known for its fresh, customizable bowls and burritos, is serving up a full lineup of limited-time offers this April.
April 1st, 2026
ARTICLE
Kevin Behan
February 23rd, 2026
NYPD Pizza is celebrating its 30th anniversary by bringing back one of its most beloved promotions—99¢ cheese slices for one day only on April 15, a nostalgic throwback to the slice prices customers remember from the 1990s.
April 1st, 2026
Vitality Bowls is celebrating National Açaà Bowl Day with an impressive lineup of giveaways and deals.
April 1st, 2026
Chopped Leaf is testing an innovative enhancement to its lineup, introducing globally inspired bowls that combine roasted vegetables, seasoned protein, and bold, flavourful sauces at Ontario and Nova Scotia locations.
April 1st, 2026
This April, Cold Stone Creamery® is taking guests on a flavor journey with the all new Our Dubai Chocolate Creation™!
April 1st, 2026
Port of Subs®, the neighborhood sandwich franchise serving up fresh, made-to-order subs, is welcoming the warmer months with a lineup of limited-time menu highlights, easy catering options, and rewarding deals.
April 1st, 2026
Cousins Subs® is back with its Summerfest ticket promotion, this year offering general admission tickets for the first time instead of weekday-only admission, valid for admission any day of the festival, June 18-20, June 25-27, and July 2-4, 2026.
April 1st, 2026
The Peach Cobbler Factory has officially signed a 15-Unit State Development Agreement in Minnesota.
April 1st, 2026
Capriotti's® Sandwich Shop kicks off a high-energy partnership with Las Vegas Lights FC as the soccer club’s Official Sandwich Partner.
March 31st, 2026
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii brings a bold new flavor experience to spring with its latest limited-time offering, “The Crème Rises to the Top.”
March 31st, 2026
Bubbakoo’s Burritos, the Jersey Shore-born Mexican-fusion brand known for bold flavors and fully customizable creations, is celebrating National Burrito Day the best way it knows how.
March 31st, 2026
Buffalo Wild Wings GO is bringing bold flavor to Lake Zurich on Thursday, April 2, with the official opening of its newest location.
March 31st, 2026
Pokeworks has just signed a two-unit development agreement with new franchisees Bidosh Acharya and Amita Khanal to bring Pokeworks to Boulder, Colorado.
March 30th, 2026
Hungry Howie's announces the nationwide debut of its newest limited-time innovation: Pineapple Jalapeño Flavored Crust, available March 30 through June 28, or while supplies last.
March 30th, 2026
ARTICLE
Kevin Behan
February 16th, 2026
Pizza Guys is continuing its 40th anniversary celebration this spring with new menu additions.
March 30th, 2026
Cousins Subs® takes sandwich satisfaction to the next level with the launch of its newest lineup: “Protein Power Plays.”
March 30th, 2026
ARTICLE
M. Scott Morris
February 16th, 2026
Papa Johns is raising the bar on sandwich flavor with the debut of its new Oven‑Toasted Sandwiches, a crave‑worthy lineup crafted to bring the brand’s signature “better ingredients” promise into an exciting new category.
March 30th, 2026
Jack in the Box Inc. (“Jack in the Box” or the “Company”), today announced that it has appointed Katelyn Zborowski as the Company’s new Chief Marketing Officer, effective today.
March 30th, 2026
Today, Wendy's® is launching a new, upgraded Spicy Chicken Sandwich that delivers even more bold flavor.
March 30th, 2026
Potbelly is introducing its new Street Corn Chicken Sandwich, bringing the bold flavors of the classic Mexican dish to its lineup for a limited time beginning Monday, March 30.
March 27th, 2026
Mountain Mike’s Pizza has been named the 2026 TopScore FUND Award winner in the Food category by FRANdata.
March 27th, 2026
Taco Bell is turning fandom into decision-making power.
March 27th, 2026
Juice It Up! is stepping up to the plate for a fourth straight season as a Proud Partner of the Los Angeles Angels.
March 26th, 2026
The Peach Cobbler Factory continues its expansion with the opening of its 6th location by Memphis-based franchisees Otis and Janie Jackson.
March 26th, 2026
Harris Mullis is accelerating the brand’s expansion across the state with plans to open six new locations.
March 26th, 2026
ARTICLE
Carty Davis
February 14th, 2026
Noodles & Company (Nasdaq: NDLS) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 30, 2025, and provided a 2026 business outlook.
March 26th, 2026
The Big Biscuit® has officially launched its spring menu with more guest customization options, two all-new shareables, and a new chicken sandwich with a kick.
March 26th, 2026
Shipley Donuts, founded in 1936 and now the nation’s largest and oldest brand of fresh, handmade daily donuts and kolaches, will host a grand reopening under new ownership and management by Virentes Hospitality for its Orlando shop.
March 26th, 2026

| ADVERTISE | SPONSORED CONTENT |
Franchise News
By Type
- Expansions & Growth
- Financial & Earnings Claims
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Personnel Changes
- Conferences & Events
- Product Announcements
- Media Coverage
- Strategic Alliances
By Sector
| ADVERTISE | SPONSORED CONTENT |



The franchise opportunities listed above are not related to or endorsed by Franchising.com or Franchise Update Media Group. We are not engaged in, supporting, or endorsing any specific franchise, business opportunity, company or individual. No statement in this site is to be construed as a recommendation. We encourage prospective franchise buyers to perform extensive due diligence when considering a franchise opportunity.