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Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
HOT DADS WANTED: Habit Burger & Grill X UFC GYM Launch Bold Search for the Hottest Dads in America for Summer Calendar
Habit's new salad line gets the official UFC GYM endorsement—and collaborates on creating a sizzling calendar featuring America's hottest dads HOT DADS WANTED: Habit Burger & Grill X UFC GYM Launch Bold Search for the Hottest Dads in America for Summer Calendar HOT DADS WANTED: Habit Burger & Grill X UFC GYM Launch Bold Search for the Hottest Dads in America for Summer Calendar IRVINE, Calif., May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The grill is hot. The salads are hotter. And now, so are the dads. Habit Burger & Grill is turning up the heat with a brand-new lineup of fresh, made-to-order salads featuring juicy, chargrilled chicken—so fresh, so flavorful, they've been officially endorsed by UFC GYM. To celebrate the launch, the two brands are teaming up on a nationwide casting call to find America's hottest dads for the first-ever Hot Dads of Habit x UFC GYM Calendar, debuting July 1. That's right. It's a hot chicken salad drop. It's a hot dad drop. And it's happening now. 'At Habit, we take our salads seriously—and our hot chargrilled chicken even more so,' said Jack Hinchliffe, Chief Marketing Officer at Habit Burger & Grill. 'Our new salad lineup is made fresh to order and topped with chargrilled chicken straight off the grill, never pre-cooked, never chilled. It's bold, flavorful, and ready for the spotlight. Just like our hot dads. And how do Hot Dads like their lettuce? Shredded.' The new salad lineup includes all-new creations like the Mango Miso Salad and Harvest Chopped Salad, alongside fresh takes on fan favorites including the Santa Barbara Cobb, Chicken Caesar, and Garden Salad. Each one stars Habit's signature chargrilled chicken, flame-seared to juicy perfection. Salads, often unfairly stereotyped as a 'mom order' while dads are expected to go full carnivore, are officially getting rebranded. Bun-less options don't have to be boring. Habit's salads pack hot chargrilled chicken breast on top of fresh, flavorful ingredients that are as satisfying as they are craveable. They're hearty, delicious, and absolutely UFC GYM endorsed. Hot dads, meanwhile, will be judged on more than just biceps and bro energy. 'We're looking for dads who bring the heat in and out of the gym,' said Adam Sedlack, CEO of UFC GYM. 'Whether it's meal prep or math homework, story time or strength training—we want the kind of dad who can crush a workout and crush a salad in the same afternoon.' Six selected winners will earn a coveted spot in the Hot Dad Calendar, launching July 1 and running through the end of the year. Each will also score two FREE one-year UFC GYM Champion memberships, perfect for training with a workout wingman (or wingwoman). Think you (or your dad) have what it takes? Auditions are now open until Friday, May 23 at For more information about Habit Burger & Grill and to find a location near you, visit Connect with Habit Burger & Grill on social media on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and LinkedIn. About Habit Burger & Grill Born in sunny Southern California in 1969, Habit Burger & Grill is known for Charburgers cooked-to-order over an open flame. But the menu extends far beyond burgers—it's a celebration of Californian-inspired flavors. Alongside the brand's signature Charburgers is a meaningful array of handcrafted sandwiches, crisp salads, and creamy shakes, ensuring there's something for everyone. Habit Burger & Grill has earned notable recognition, with its Double Char being ranked #1 by USA Today 10Best1, its Tempura Green Beans also reaching a #1 rank in USA Today 10Best2, and its Chicken Club recognized as the best grilled chicken sandwich by The Daily Meal3. The brand was also featured in Newsweek's 'America's Favorite Restaurant Chains 2023' and included in Thrillist's roundup of 'Underrated Burger Chains that Need to be in Every State!' Habit Burger & Grill has since grown to over 385 restaurants across 14 states and internationally—continuing to serve up bold fresh flavors, made-to-order. Learn more at Sources: USA Today 10Best, USA Today 10Best, The Daily Meal, Newsweek, The Daily Meal, Thrillist1Based on USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice 2024 Awards for Best Fast Food Burger. (Published July 2024).2Based on USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice 2024 Awards for Best Fast Food Sides. (Published July 2024).3Based on Daily Meal's survey of consumer reviews from Reddit, Yelp! and TripAdvisor (Published Dec. 2023). About UFC GYM UFC GYM® is the first major brand extension of UFC®, the world's premier MMA organization. As the first to unite the benefits of MMA with fitness, the brand is not what you expect, and more than you can imagine. UFC GYM's TRAIN DIFFERENT® approach provides members with the ultimate fitness experience and programming that secures results for all ages and training levels. With more than 160 locations opened and 500 additional locations currently in development globally, UFC GYM has revolutionized the mixed martial arts and fitness industry while positively impacting countless lives worldwide. Members can enjoy classes ranging from Brazilian Jiu-jitsu to boxing, yoga and its signature DUT (Daily Ultimate Training), train in state-of-the-art fitness rooms, enjoy spacious locker rooms, indulge in juice bars, utilize kids clubs and more. In addition to its corporate-owned clubs, UFC GYM offers the opportunity to own and operate a franchise domestically and internationally through the UFC GYM® or UFC FIT® model. For franchise information, email franchiseinfo@ or visit For more information, please visit and follow UFC GYM on Instagram, Facebook, X and YouTube. 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Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
Happiness Has a Flavor—And It Tastes Like Habit Burger & Grill
New report reveals a correlation between happiness and Habit—with the top three happiest cities all home to Habit Burger & Grill restaurants, while Cleveland, the unhappiest city, has none Happiness Has a Flavor—And It Tastes Like Habit Burger & Grill IRVINE, Calif., March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The results are in. The happiest places in the U.S. have one delicious thing in common: Habit Burger & Grill. A new report ranking the happiest cities in the U.S. shows a perfect correlation between happiness and Habit, with the top three spots all home to Habit's signature chargrilled flavor and award-winning burgers. #1 Happiest City: Fremont, CA – Home to a Habit #2 Happiest City: San Jose, CA – Also home to a Habit #3 Happiest City: Irvine, CA – Habit HQ, baby! But at the bottom of the happiness ranking? Cleveland, OH, a city without a Habit Burger Grill. Coincidence? We think not. 'Our perfect correlation between happiness and Habit might not be scientific, but let's be honest—when you're biting into a freshly chargrilled Double Charburger, life is just better,' said Jack Hinchliffe, Chief Marketing Officer at Habit & Burger Grill. 'Cleveland, we see you. And we have a feeling this happiness gap might be something we can fix.' What exactly does that mean? Well, let's just say Habit believes everyone deserves a taste the #1-ranked* Double Charburger—wherever they are. But it's clear that the char-to-joy ratio is undeniable; every city that ranks high on happiness has a Habit, and the one at the bottom doesn't. That's some serious food for thought. For now, we'll let the numbers speak for themselves. But if you're in Cleveland and suddenly find yourself craving a fresh, chargrilled-to-order Double Charburger, we'd say... stay tuned. For more information about Habit Burger & Grill and to find a location near you, visit *Based on USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice 2024 Awards for Best Fast Food Burger. (Published July 2024). Connect with Habit Burger & Grill on social media at: FB: IG: TikTok: LinkedIn: About Habit Burger & Grill Born in sunny Southern California in 1969, Habit Burger & Grill is known for Charburgers cooked-to-order over an open flame. But the menu extends far beyond burgers – it's a celebration of Californian-inspired flavors. Alongside the brand's signature Charburgers is a meaningful array of handcrafted sandwiches, crisp salads, and creamy shakes, ensuring there's something for everyone. Habit Burger & Grill has earned notable recognition, being featured in Newsweek's 'America's Favorite Restaurant Chains 2023' and praised for its Tempura Green Beans, named as the top green bean dish in The Daily Meal's 'Ranking Green Bean Dishes From 11 Chain Restaurants' in 2023. Additionally, it was listed in Thrillist's roundup of 'Underrated Burger Chains that Need to be in Every State!' Habit Burger & Grill has since grown to over 385 restaurants across 14 states and internationally – and continues to grow, serving up delicious meals that capture the essence of California feel-good food. Learn more at Sources: Newsweek, Daily Meal, Thrillist Habit Burger & Grill Press Contact: A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Associated Press
14-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
The Battle of the Better Burgers Takes Manhattan: Habit Burger & Grill's Billboard Puts Five Guys in Their Place—Fifth Place, to Be Exact
IRVINE, Calif., March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The better burger battleground just got a whole lot juicer today. After Habit Burger & Grill 's Double Char was crowned #1 by USA TODAY 10Best*, the brand isn't keeping the celebration to itself. Instead, it's taking the message straight to the streets—and directly above a Five Guys restaurant in New York City. The new billboard, towering over Five Guys, cheekily reminds the competitor of its own ranking with a bold, undeniable, and rather ironic truth: 'You're Ranked #5, Guys.' This isn't the first time Habit has flexed its chargrilled confidence. In September, the brand playfully 'congratulated' In-N-Out for securing the #2 spot on the same 10Best list. Now, Five Guys gets its turn in the hot seat—well, the #5 seat. 'New York is famous for its big billboards and even bigger personalities, so we figured, why not have a little fun?' said Jack Hinchliffe, Chief Marketing Officer of Habit Burger & Grill. 'Earning the #1 spot is no small feat, and while we respect the competition, we're not shy about celebrating it. Our Double Char speaks for itself: chargrilled, fresh, and now officially the best.' As the Battle of the Better Burgers continues, Habit Burger & Grill is proving that greatness isn't just grilled—it's earned. And now, with a #1 burger and a billboard with a view, Habit is making sure everyone, especially Five Guys, knows exactly where they stand. For those who haven't yet tried the #1-ranked Double Char (as voted by the fans), consider this your sign—literally. For more information about Habit Burger & Grill and to find a location near you, visit About Habit Burger & Grill Born in sunny Southern California in 1969, Habit Burger & Grill is known for Charburgers cooked-to-order over an open flame. But the menu extends far beyond burgers – it's a celebration of Californian-inspired flavors. Alongside the brand's signature Charburgers is a meaningful array of handcrafted sandwiches, crisp salads, and creamy shakes, ensuring there's something for everyone. Habit Burger & Grill has earned notable recognition, being featured in Newsweek's 'America's Favorite Restaurant Chains 2023' and praised for its Tempura Green Beans, named as the top green bean dish in The Daily Meal's 'Ranking Green Bean Dishes From 11 Chain Restaurants' in 2023. Additionally, it was listed in Thrillist's roundup of 'Underrated Burger Chains that Need to be in Every State!' Habit Burger & Grill has since grown to over 385 restaurants across 14 states and internationally – and continues to grow, serving up delicious meals that capture the essence of California feel-good food. Learn more at
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Battle of the Better Burgers Takes Manhattan: Habit Burger & Grill's Billboard Puts Five Guys in Their Place—Fifth Place, to Be Exact
Habit Burger & Grill takes a bite out of the Big Apple with a bold billboard reminding Five Guys who's really on top The Battle of the Better Burgers Takes Manhattan: Habit Burger & Grill's Billboard Puts Five Guys in Their Place—Fifth Place, to Be Exact IRVINE, Calif., March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The better burger battleground just got a whole lot juicer today. After Habit Burger & Grill's Double Char was crowned #1 by USA TODAY 10Best*, the brand isn't keeping the celebration to itself. Instead, it's taking the message straight to the streets—and directly above a Five Guys restaurant in New York City. The new billboard, towering over Five Guys, cheekily reminds the competitor of its own ranking with a bold, undeniable, and rather ironic truth: 'You're Ranked #5, Guys.' This isn't the first time Habit has flexed its chargrilled confidence. In September, the brand playfully 'congratulated' In-N-Out for securing the #2 spot on the same 10Best list. Now, Five Guys gets its turn in the hot seat—well, the #5 seat. "New York is famous for its big billboards and even bigger personalities, so we figured, why not have a little fun?' said Jack Hinchliffe, Chief Marketing Officer of Habit Burger & Grill. "Earning the #1 spot is no small feat, and while we respect the competition, we're not shy about celebrating it. Our Double Char speaks for itself: chargrilled, fresh, and now officially the best." As the Battle of the Better Burgers continues, Habit Burger & Grill is proving that greatness isn't just grilled—it's earned. And now, with a #1 burger and a billboard with a view, Habit is making sure everyone, especially Five Guys, knows exactly where they stand. For those who haven't yet tried the #1-ranked Double Char (as voted by the fans), consider this your sign—literally. For more information about Habit Burger & Grill and to find a location near you, visit Connect with Habit Burger & Grill on social media at: FB: IG: TikTok: LinkedIn: About Habit Burger & Grill Born in sunny Southern California in 1969, Habit Burger & Grill is known for Charburgers cooked-to-order over an open flame. But the menu extends far beyond burgers – it's a celebration of Californian-inspired flavors. Alongside the brand's signature Charburgers is a meaningful array of handcrafted sandwiches, crisp salads, and creamy shakes, ensuring there's something for everyone. Habit Burger & Grill has earned notable recognition, being featured in Newsweek's 'America's Favorite Restaurant Chains 2023' and praised for its Tempura Green Beans, named as the top green bean dish in The Daily Meal's 'Ranking Green Bean Dishes From 11 Chain Restaurants' in 2023. Additionally, it was listed in Thrillist's roundup of 'Underrated Burger Chains that Need to be in Every State!' Habit Burger & Grill has since grown to over 385 restaurants across 14 states and internationally – and continues to grow, serving up delicious meals that capture the essence of California feel-good food. Learn more at Sources: Newsweek, Daily Meal, Thrillist *Based on USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice 2024 Awards for Best Fast Food Burger. (Published July 2024). Habit Burger & Grill Press Contact: A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio
