Beloved Hollywood Burger Brand Increases Footprint With Latest
Development Deal
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
FAT(Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT)
(“FAT Brands” or the “Company”), parent company of Fatburger,
The Last Great Hamburger Stand™, announces today the development of
another ten co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo's Express concepts
in Canada. In partnership with Frankie's Burger Enterprises, Inc., the
co-branded restaurants will increase the brand's presence throughout
Canada this year to more than 65 Fatburger restaurants in the
market.
Hollywood's iconic Fatburger is best known for its mouthwatering,
juicy burgers made famous by founder Lovie Yancey in Los Angeles more
than 70 years ago. Each Fatburger is made-to-order with
traditional fixings and delicious add-on items such as bacon, onion
rings, cheese and egg. Buffalo’s Express further complements
Fatburger’s menu offerings withfresh, never frozen, boneless
and bone-in chicken wings made with over 13 different sauces.
“We at Frankie's Burger Enterprises, Inc. are very excited to continue
our partnership with FAT Brands to build upon our success
throughout Canada that we began more than 10 years ago,” said Frank Di
Benedetto, President and CEO of Frankie's Burger Enterprises, Inc.
“We are honored to continue our partnership with Frank DiBenedetto of
Frankie's Burger Enterprises, Inc. to further expand our footprint in
the region,” said Andy Wiederhorn, CEO of FAT Brands. “Through
this partnership, we are thrilled to continue to provide our classic
fare to more consumers throughout Canada.”
For more information or to find a Fatburger near you, please
visit www.fatburger.com.
For
more information or to find a Buffalo’s Express near you, please
visit www.buffalos.com.
Fresh. Authentic. Tasty. Brands
FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) is a leading global franchising company that
strategically acquires, markets and develops fast casual and casual
dining restaurant concepts around the world. The Company currently owns
seven restaurant brands, Fatburger, Buffalo’s Cafe, Buffalo’s Express,
Hurricane Grill & Wings, Yalla Mediterranean and Ponderosa and Bonanza
Steakhouses, that have over 300 locations open and more than 200 under
development around the world.
About Fatburger
An all-American, Hollywood favorite, Fatburger is a fast-casual
restaurant serving big, juicy, tasty burgers and grilled and crispy
chicken offerings, crafted specifically to each customer’s liking. With
a legacy spanning 70 years, Fatburger’s extraordinary quality and
taste inspire fierce loyalty amongst its fan base, which includes a
number of A-list celebrities and athletes. Featuring a contemporary
design and ambiance, Fatburger offers an unparalleled dining
experience, demonstrating the same dedication to serving gourmet,
homemade, custom-built burgers as it has since 1952 – The Last Great
Hamburger Stand™.
About Buffalo’s Express
Founded in 1985 in Roswell, Georgia, Buffalo’s Express is a
fast-casual chain known for its world famous chicken wings and
proprietary wing sauces. Co-branded with 89 Fatburger restaurants to
date, Buffalo’s Express’ significant growth can be attributed to
its high-quality menu offerings and unparalleled dining experience.
Featuring a contemporary design and ambience, whether guests are
dining-in or having take-out/delivery, Buffalo’s Express offers
friends and families the flexibility to enjoy their world-famous chicken
wings however they prefer. Buffalo’s Express – Where Everyone is
Family™.
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Source: FAT Brands Inc.