Love & Honey Fried Chicken Targets Pennsylvania for Statewide Franchise Expansion Following South Philly Opening

July 24, 2026 // Franchising.com // PHILADELPHIA – Love & Honey Fried Chicken (“Love & Honey”) is targeting other parts throughout Pennsylvania for franchise expansion.

Building on its established presence in Philadelphia and the surrounding area, Love & Honey is seeking experienced operators to help strengthen the brand’s footprint throughout its home state. The growth strategy includes additional development across Greater Philadelphia as well as expansion into Pittsburgh and other key Pennsylvania markets.

Statewide Franchise Overview

“Pennsylvania is where Love & Honey began, and it will always be an important part of our story,” said Laura Lyons, Co-Founder and CEO of Love & Honey Fried Chicken. “We have seen the connection guests have formed with the brand in Philadelphia, and we believe there is significant opportunity to bring that same quality, warmth, and sense of community to more cities across the state.”

A Differentiated Fast-Casual Concept

Love & Honey Fried Chicken describes its approach as a chef-driven concept within a familiar fast-casual category. The menu centers on hand-dredged fried chicken prepared fresh, complemented by scratch-made sauces and sides. The positioning emphasizes quality, authenticity, and heartfelt hospitality.

“We are looking for franchise partners who understand that successful growth is about more than opening restaurants,” said Geoff Goodman, President of Love & Honey Fried Chicken. “It is about delivering consistently great food, creating an experience that makes people feel welcome, and becoming a meaningful part of the community. Pennsylvania provides a strong foundation for operators who want to grow with a differentiated concept in a proven restaurant category.”

Franchise Development Considerations

The Pennsylvania expansion is part of Love & Honey’s broader franchise growth strategy, which prioritizes thoughtful development with experienced single- and multi-unit operators who share the brand’s commitment to quality and hospitality. The statewide push follows Love & Honey’s recent opening in South Philadelphia, as well as a 20-unit development agreement in Florida, which will introduce the brand to communities across Southeast Florida and areas south of Orlando.

SOURCE Love & Honey Fried Chicken

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