Freddy’s® Announces 10-Unit Deal in Georgia and South Carolina

Fast-Casual Brand Expands Footprint Across the Southern Region

September 29, 2026 // Franchising.com // AUGUSTA, Ga.– Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, the fast-casual restaurant concept, has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with experienced multi-unit, multi-brand operator ELJ Investments to bring new locations to Georgia and South Carolina. The 10-unit deal will expand Freddy’s presence across the southern region, supporting the brand’s continued franchise growth initiative across the U.S.

ELJ Investments has more than 20 years of experience in restaurant operations and acquisitions. Through the acquisition of six Freddy's restaurants, they will continue growing the brand's presence across Augusta, Georgia, and Columbia, South Carolina, while supporting the brand's long-term growth throughout the region.

Founded in Wichita, Kansas, in 2002, Freddy’s has built a loyal following through its cooked-to-order menu, hospitality-driven culture, and streamlined operational model designed to support long-term franchise expansion. The brand continues to attract experienced operators seeking scalable growth opportunities within the fast-casual restaurant space.

"ELJ Investment’s operational expertise, entrepreneurial mindset, and long-term commitment to restaurant excellence make them an outstanding addition to Freddy’s franchise system," said Andrew Thengvall, CDO of Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. "Their experience and passion for the brand position them well to strengthen our presence across Georgia and South Carolina while delivering the quality and genuine hospitality Guests have come to expect from Freddy's."

Freddy's has built a foundation around its commitment to quality and genuine hospitality, offering made-to-order steakburgers, shoestring fries, and frozen custard treats in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Today, Freddy’s operates more than 580 locations and continues actively seeking qualified single and multi-unit franchisees domestically and internationally throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. For information on franchising opportunities with Freddy's, visit freddysfranchising.com.

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/.

SOURCE Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

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