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Wales Online
20 hours ago
- Business
- Wales Online
American burger chain to open second UK restaurant in Wales
American burger chain to open second UK restaurant in Wales Carl's Jr chose Cardiff for its first UK location and its second will also be on Welsh shores The chain is known for its famous charbroiled burgers (Image: Carl's Jr ) Months after opening its first UK branch in Wales, Carl's Jr is gearing up to launch a new location. Signs of Carl's Jr arrival have been spotted by eagle-eyed locals on Swansea's Wind Street where the popular burger chain will be opening, taking one half of the former TGI Friday's restaurant. With its signature American-style menu featuring favourites like the six dollar burger, hand-scooped milkshakes and charbroiled turkey burgers, Carl's Jr will be sharing the building with Slim Chickens, another American chain which recently confirmed its opening date for Thursday, June 26. Founded in California in 1941 by Carl and Margaret Karcher, Carl's Jr is expanding across the UK and Ireland through a franchise agreement with Boporan Restaurant Grou, which also operates Gourmet Burger Kitchen, Carluccio's and Slim Chickens. The branch promises to bring a slice of California to the streets of Swansea (Image: Carl's Jr ) For the latest restaurant news and reviews, sign up to our food and drink newsletter here Its first UK branch opened in Cardiff's St David's Centre earlier this year and the Swansea restaurant is expected to follow in early September, with a opening date to be confirmed. Article continues below After its opening WalesOnline tried the new Cardiff restaurant and you can read our verdict here. Carl's Jr fans have taken to social media to express their excitement about the US chain's growing presence in the UK, with some claiming it's "better than McDonald's." One user on X commented: "Carls JR is easily better than McDonald's Burger King and probably most of the other American fast food chains you have currently in the United Kingdom." Another added: "Carls jr is better than Mcdonalds, el diablo is tasty as f**k". Alongside the Swansea location, the Sun has reported that plans are well underway for five more Carl's Jr restaurants to open across the UK before the end of 2025. These new sites will reportedly be located in Southampton, Bristol, Leeds, Manchester and York. Article continues below Ahead of the opening, a spokesperson from Carls Jr, said: "We are extremely excited and love the amount of Love the Welsh people are showing Carls Jr!" Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here . We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Memorial Day 2025: Score food deals at Krispy Kreme, Dunkin', Krystal, more
Memorial Day is almost here, and with it comes the unofficial start of summer. The annual federal holiday recognizing members of the armed forces from any war always falls on the last Monday of May, and this year, Memorial Day is observed on Monday, May 26. Apart from backyard barbecues, road trips, lake trips and the plethora of other activities on many people's day off work, some restaurants are offering deals and specials to observe the holiday. Unless noted, these deals are available for Monday only. Here are some of the Memorial Day deals you can score this year. Deals below are for Monday (Memorial Day) only unless noted otherwise. Eight-O-Clock Coffee: Running from May 19 to May 26, customers can use the code DIVEIN for 10% off sitewide. Carl's Jr.: Offered until July 8, Carl Jr's Build Your Own Bag (BYOB) comes with 4-piece Chicken Stars, a choice of a Single Cali Classic or Spicy Chicken Sandwich, and a side including Natural Cut Fries or Onion Rings for only $5.99. Marco's Pizza: Customers can use the code FEED5 to get the Crowd Pleaser Combo for $24.99, which includes 2 medium 1-topping pizzas, CheezyBread and CinnaSquares. Krispy Kreme: With an offer running through all of Memorial Day weekend, Krispy Kreme is offering a dozen of its Original Glazed Doughnuts for only $3.17, with the purchase of any dozen at a regular price. Dunkin': The store is offering medium refreshers for only $3, flavors include Tropical Guava, Strawberry Dragonfruit, Mango Pineapple and Raspberry Watermelon with their choice of Lemonade or Sparkling Water. Dunkin' Rewards members can receive 100 Bonus Points if they order ahead on Memorial Day. Honey Dew: An offer only available for veterans, Honey Dew is offering a free small or medium regular coffee for all veterans on Memorial Day. Grimaldi's: All active duty and retired military personnel can show a valid military ID to receive a 15% discount on Monday, May 26, but also year-round at participating Grimaldi's locations. Offer not eligible to be combined with other discounts or promotions. Checkers & Rally's: The fast food chain is offering a $4 special on Memorial Day, the deal includes a choice of a Cheese Double or Spicy Chicken Sandwich, a side of Famous Seasoned Fries, a 12 oz. drink and a Cinnamon Apple Pie. Newk's Eatery: A deal for the whole family, the eatery is offering its family meal deal with 2 pizzas and 1 salad for only $20. The offer runs from May 23 until Monday, May 26. Sullivan's Steakhouse: Sullivan's is offering Happy Hour bar bites ranging from $10 to $20 on Memorial Day from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., with options like the Angry Shrimp and Beef Wellington Bites on offer. Twin Peaks: With an offer available only on Memorial Day, Twin Peaks is offering a 'special discount' to all active military members or veterans. Logan's Roadhouse: With multiple deals on offer, Logan's Rewards Members can enjoy 20% off Party Packs for Memorial Day Weekend. Moreover, for active and retired military members, a 10% military discount is available year-round. Krystal: Available for only one day, the fast-food chain is offering its Sackful Deal which includes 12 Original Krystals for just $12 or 12 Cheese Krystals for $15, available online and in-store. Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at and follow him on X @fern_cerv_. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Memorial Day 2025 food deals: What to know in Alabama
