Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers® Expands to The University of Notre Dame

Fast-Casual Brand Continues Strategic Growth in High-Profile University Markets

June 05, 2026 // Franchising.com // SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, the fast-casual restaurant concept known for its cooked-to-order steakburgers, shoestring fries and freshly churned frozen custard treats, has announced the opening of a new location at the University of Notre Dame. Conveniently located on campus within the LaFortune Student Center, the restaurant is slated to open in August. The opening marks another step in Freddy’s non-traditional growth strategy as the brand expands into university communities nationwide.

“Opening at the University of Notre Dame represents an exciting opportunity to introduce Freddy’s to one of the nation’s most recognized and respected university communities,” said Chris Dull, President & CEO of Freddy’s. “As we continue expanding into strategic non-traditional venues, we remain focused on bringing our cooked-to-order menu offerings and genuine hospitality to guests where they live, work, learn, and gather. We look forward to becoming part of the Notre Dame experience for students, faculty, staff, and visitors alike.”

Freddy’s will join a mix of dining concepts serving the University of Notre Dame community, offering guests an additional fast-casual option known for its made-to-order menu and genuine hospitality. The restaurant will be owned and operated by SK Weaver Holdings, led by experienced restaurant franchisee and operator Ken Weaver.

“Notre Dame represents a one-of-a-kind university community with a strong culture, loyal traditions and constant energy throughout the year,” said Weaver. “We see a strong opportunity for Freddy’s to become part of the campus experience by bringing a made-to-order dining option that fits the pace and energy of the university community. We’re proud to partner with the university and look forward to serving guests on campus for years to come.”

The restaurant opening reflects Freddy’s broader focus on non-traditional growth, fueling the brand’s expansion into high-traffic environments that drive visibility, accessibility, and long-term brand awareness. With flexible restaurant formats and an operationally streamlined model, Freddy’s is well-positioned for continued growth across university campuses and other experiential destinations.

In addition to its non-traditional development, the brand is actively seeking new single and multi-unit franchisees. Freddy’s is specifically targeting experienced multi-unit franchisees throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico as part of its continued domestic and international growth strategy. For information on franchising opportunities with Freddy's, visit Freddy’s Franchising.

About Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is a leading fast-casual franchise concept with over 580 locations across the United States and Canada. Founded in Wichita, Kansas, in 2002, the brand offers a unique combination of cooked-to-order steakburgers, all-beef hot dogs, shoestring fries and other savory items, along with freshly churned frozen custard treats. Known for operating The Freddy's Way, Guests experience genuine hospitality and food prepared fresh with premium ingredients. This signature approach has fueled Freddy's ongoing growth throughout the U.S. and garnered national recognition from industry-leading rankings, including being named No. 6 on Fast Casual's Top 100 Movers + Shakers, No. 85 on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500, and No. 60 on Technomic’s Top 500. For more on Freddy’s, visit the Newsroom and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. For more information about development opportunities, visit [http://freddysfranchising.com)/]https://freddysfranchising.com/.

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