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Calgary Herald
4 days ago
- Business
- Calgary Herald
Fast-casual food chain Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers to open in Okotoks
Article content Fast-casual chain Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is set to open its first location in western Canada, located in Okotoks, in mid-September. Article content Article content Construction on the Southridge Drive and Westland Street location will begin in June with Freddy's team members and mascots participating in the Okotoks Parade on Saturday, June 14th. Article content 'We feel thrilled to be opening the first Freddy's location in Western Canada and look forward to continuing our growth in the area over the next several years. Freddy's is committed to providing high-quality menu items cooked fresh to order in a clean and relaxing environment,' said one of the Alberta-area Freddy's franchise owners Tim Tomanik in a Monday news release. Article content Article content 'When you walk in, you can expect a warm greeting, and you'll experience genuine hospitality we call the 'Freddy's Way.'' Article content Article content Freddy's has a Master Franchise and Development Agreement in Canada with veteran Canadian franchisees Jim Werschler and Gregg Most of North 49 Frozen Custard and Steakburgers. The Alberta area franchise owners include Tomanik and local Okotoks residents, Brad and Tammy Gurr. Article content 'Brad and I are ecstatic to see friends, family, and new guests visit and try a new restaurant concept. Our family-friendly atmosphere will give guests a place to connect over delicious food and create their own treasured memories.' Article content The Okotoks location will be Canada's second Freddy's. Article content In addition to in-person dining and takeout service, the restaurant will include a drive-through and mobile ordering. Article content The fast-casual restaurant boasts over 550 locations, and has received several accolades, including being named number 60 on Fast Casual's Top 100 Movers and Shakers, number 59 on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500, number 62 on Technomic's Top 500 and number 7 on Yelp's 50 Fastest Growing Brands. Article content Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by Freddy's Canada (@freddyscanada) Article content
Miami Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Popular fast-food burger chain to open first store in new market
Americans might be addicted to this fast-food burger chain's crispy, thin steakburgers, iconic shoestring seasoned fries, and frozen custards, but it's about to find out if it can outdo beloved foreign rivals. Since its inception in 2002, it has grown to over 550 locations across 36 states nationwide, with another 130+ locations in development for 2025 and 2026. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter Although it has expanded its footprint immensely, the chain has signed many development deals over the last few years to reach 800 restaurants by 2026. Related: Starbucks faces huge new rival However, after many decades of serving its U.S. customers, it decided it was time to enter new markets. It accelerated its goal by signing three international development deals over the last few years. Image source: Shutterstock Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers sealed a Master Franchise and Development Agreement with franchisees Jim Werschler and Gregg Most of North 49 Frozen Custard and Steakburgers in 2022. It also partnered with the development group Steakburger North to bring the chain to Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The following year, Freddy's signed another development agreement with ZZA Hospitality to open five new restaurants in Alberta, Canada. Related: Another fast-food burger chain is quietly closing locations In 2024, the fast-food chain signed a deal with local franchisee John Hall and operating partner Turner Ethans of Steakburger North to open restaurants across Winnipeg over the next three years, with the first restaurant set to open in 2025. "The Winnipeg community has always been very enthusiastic to try new restaurant concepts, and we're ready to introduce Freddy's in a way that feels local and authentic, with our focus on amazing service," said Hall in a press release. Nearly three years later, the day has finally come. Freddy's announced it will open its first-ever restaurant in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on June 3 as part of its 2022 agreement with North 49 Frozen Custard and Steakburgers. International expansion plans look to be a trend among fast-food chains, and many aim for a summer deadline. More Food News: Popular chicken chain brings back beloved menu item after 7 yearsChick-fil-A brings back fan favorite menu item and surprise additionDunkin' menu makes major changes to rival Starbucks In May, TGI Fridays revealed it will relaunch in the UK on July 4 after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in November last year. Yum! Brands' (YUM) Taco Bell is opening its first restaurant in Ireland this summer, and Chipotle (CMG) signed a development agreement to open its first-ever restaurant in Mexico in 2026. Freddy's has yet to provide any updates on future restaurant openings in Canada. Nonetheless, it created an Instagram account for the region and made a post expressing its excitement to welcome customers at the opening of its first-ever Canada restaurant location. Related: Veteran fund manager unveils eye-popping S&P 500 forecast The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Winnipeg Free Press
29-05-2025
- Business
- Winnipeg Free Press
‘Proud to wear the Freddy's colours'
Custard churning training has begun. More than 80 Winnipeg staff are learning 'the Freddy's way' ahead of opening day at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. On Tuesday, the chain will unveil its first Canadian location. A red awning and Freddy's signage have appeared at 1615 Regent Ave. West. 'I'm … very ecstatic, got a big smile on my face,' said franchise co-owner John Hall. 'Proud to wear the Freddy's colours.' SUPPLIED Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, based in Kansas, counts more than 550 U.S. locations. SUPPLIED The site will be the first of at least three Manitoba locations, Hall said. He and business partner Turner Ethans have letters of intent out for two other spaces; Hall declined to share the locations. Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, based in Kansas, counts more than 550 U.S. locations. It's grown since 2002 through franchise agreements. One of its staple foods — frozen custard — is a treat Manitobans had to travel south of the border to consume. The dessert is like ice cream but made with egg yolk and more butterfat. New Winnipeg hires are also studying the art of a steakburger, with its thin patties of lean ground beef. 'We spend an awful lot of time and training doing that,' Hall said. 'We take a lot of pride in it, with our crispy edges on the burgers.' Between inking a deal with Freddy's and the upcoming opening day, the Canada-U.S. trade war erupted. Monday Mornings The latest local business news and a lookahead to the coming week. Tariffs affected imports of specialized equipment, Hall said, adding Freddy's headquarters has been supportive through the process. Any products that can be bought in Canada are, including the burger meat, buns and frozen custard materials, Hall said. He called it a 'big honour' to be the first Canadian Freddy's location. (Another restaurant is being built in Alberta.) Mark LeBeau is waiting for opening day. He has dinner plans — and a frozen custard in mind. 'It's going to be fantastic,' he said. He tried Freddy's twice while in Fargo, N.D., last summer. He opted for meals sans-custard, but he's had the cool snack elsewhere in the United States. 'It's nice to see these new chains trying to invest in the city.'–Shaun Jeffrey, executive director of the Manitoba Restaurant & Foodservices Association Freddy's American roots aren't a huge bother, he said: 'I look at it from the perspective of everyone involved. Everyone (employed) here is local, and that's important to me.' Hall previously led a pizza franchise off Regent Avenue for two decades. Freddy's is a welcome addition to the neighbourhood, said Shaun Jeffrey, executive director of the Manitoba Restaurant & Foodservices Association. 'It's nice to see these new chains trying to invest in the city,' Jeffrey added. 'This shows they're confident that they can be successful here in Manitoba.' It might ignite other chains' confidence, leading to growth, he said, adding he's noticed a trend of eateries opening near Regent and Nairn avenues (such as Nuburger, Wayback Burgers, Firehouse Subs and Belle's Kitchen + Music Hall). 'These two areas, notoriously in the past, have been a little bit on the stagnant (side) coming out of the (COVID-19) pandemic,' Jeffrey said. 'So, really excited to see that area continuously growing.' The goal, Jeffrey added, is to focus on confidence building within the industry after 'monumental challenges' borne from the pandemic. The strip of businesses Freddy's joins is relatively new. A shawarma place next door, Boustan, drew a long lineup upon opening — and it brought new clients to Steel N Ink, a neighbouring business, said piercer Calista Chase. She expects Freddy's to attract a crowd. As a result, another round of new customers might pass through Steel N Ink's doors. 'I'm excited,' she said of the chain's arrival. Beginning Tuesday, Freddy's will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays to Thursdays, and 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The hours could change depending on demand, Hall said. The space fits roughly 50 seats and has a drive-thru. Freddy's signed a master franchise agreement with North 49 Frozen Custard and Steakburgers in 2022; North 49 committed to develop and sell at least 20 Freddy's locations within Canada. Hall, through his company Steakburger North, partnered with North 49 to open at least three Freddy's shops in Manitoba. Gabrielle PichéReporter Gabrielle Piché reports on business for the Free Press. She interned at the Free Press and worked for its sister outlet, Canstar Community News, before entering the business beat in 2021. Read more about Gabrielle. 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Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cook Out is coming to Jacksonville
A popular North Carolina fast-food chain is coming to Jacksonville. City documents show Cook Out is planning to open a location on Beach Boulevard. It would be located where the old Freddy's is, between Hodges Boulevard and San Pablo Road. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<< Cook Out is known for its shakes, burgers and barbeque. We don't have an exact opening date yet. Until then, the closest Cook Out is in Brunswick. [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
Scotsman
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
Teenager fined after head butting Hearts player Cameron Devlin in Edinburgh's Freddy's bar
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now A teenager has admitted head butting Hearts midfield star Cameron Devlin in an Edinburgh city centre pub. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Leo Marko lashed out at the Jambos playmaker during a violent altercation at the capital bar Freddy's in November last year. Marko, 19, was said to have head butted the Australian international to his face to his severe injury. The teen pleaded guilty to the offence when he appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Friday May 9. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Prosecutors agreed to delete an allegation that the assault caused permanent disfigurement to the 26-year-old footballer. Marko also had a not guilty plea accepted to a charge of perverting the course of justice by approaching a security manager at the popular pub and requesting he delete video evidence of the attack. Morris McLean appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court | TSPL Marko, from Gilmerton, Edinburgh, was fined a total of £640 to mark the offence. Marko pleaded guilty to assaulting Cameron Devlin and did head butt him to the face to his severe injury at Freddy's, Frederick Street, Edinburgh, on November 3 last year. Freddy's is a popular late night party bar located in the heart of the capital and opened for business in October last year. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The premises underwent an impressive expansion during the summer to keep up with unprecedented demand and was used as a venue during this year's Edinburgh Fringe. Devlin joined Scottish Premiership club Heart of Midlothian in August 2021 and has made 137 appearances for the Tynecastle outfit scoring six goals. The defensive midfielder has played for the Australia under 20 and under 23 teams and has made four appearances for the full international side. Devlin was included in the squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup though he failed to play in the tournament that saw his country knocked out by Argentina in the round of 16 stage.
