Friendly's Restaurants

Happy #FranchiseAppreciationDay to each of our incredible franchisees who make our brand special. Thank you for your unwavering commitment, passion, and hard work to create memorable moments for our guests every day! #Franchising #BusinessOwner #IceCream #Memories

With nearly 90 years of rich?family?history and experience, we continue evolving for and with our guests?to provide them with a memorable experience. There is a major resurgence happening within our brand as we implement refreshed menus, updated store designs, and strategic growth plans. In an article by Aneurin Canham-Clyne for Restaurant Dive, BRIX Holdings CEO Sherif Mityas discusses how these changes are not only bringing new energy to our beloved brand but also capturing the interest of franchisees eager to be part of our revival. Friendly’s is expanding into new markets and creating a buzz that blends nostalgia with modern-day relevance. Read the full article:?https://lnkd.in/gaYkeqZ4 For more information on franchise opportunities with Friendly’s,?https://lnkd.in/g8-m8iat #FranchiseOpportunity #Restaurant #Growth #FranchiseDevelopment #Nostalgia

While the restaurant and quick-service restaurant sectors continue to expand, franchisees and small business owners are broadening their horizons by diversifying their business portfolios through multi-unit and multi-brand ownership. Multi-unit and multi-brand franchising present opportunities for business growth and enable owners to achieve their desired lifestyles. In the restaurant industry, multi-unit and multi-brand ownership brings forth a range of advantages and opportunities for every owner. Our latest article delves into the advantages of multi-unit, multi-brand ownership and provides insights to help you determine if it aligns with your business portfolio goals. For further details about franchising with Friendly's or any other BRIX Holdings brands, please visit our website: https://brixholdings.com/

The successful grand opening of our new location in Orlando, led by Amol Kohli and his team, marks a significant milestone in our strategic expansion and is a testament to our incredible comeback story. With over 100 locations along the Eastern seaboard and now three in Florida, we are gearing up to extend our presence west of the Mississippi River and into the Sunbelt, including states such as Texas, Georgia, and the Carolinas ? Our plans for 2025 include opening three to five new restaurants and continuing our growth and commitment to bringing the Friendly's experience to more communities. BRIX Holdings CEO Sherif Mityas expressed confidence in our continued success, saying, “We have a strong network of franchisees and are confident we’ll continue to usher in strong entrepreneurs who will bring the concept to new cities.” ? Discover more about our exciting comeback and plans in the full article, via Chain Store Age:?https://lnkd.in/eC_JitcU ? #Orlando #NewOpening #Expansion #Growth #Franchise

Introducing our groundbreaking Early Franchise Incentive Program, which includes an offer to provide substantial royalty fee reductions to the pioneers of our franchise family. We're offering waived royalty fees for the first 15 agreements signed this year for the initial six months of operation. This means our franchisees will have invaluable resources freed up, empowering them to focus on pivotal areas such as staffing and marketing. Check out the article below to learn more about qualifications as well as how Friendly's is revolutionizing franchise opportunities in the competitive market via Franchise Update Media:?https://lnkd.in/eYgtHtRT ? Get in touch with us today to take advantage of these incentives by visiting our website:?https://lnkd.in/gkn9y77V ? #FranchiseGrowth #BusinessExpansion #Incentive #Franchising #Opportunity??BRIX Holdings

The magic of Friendly’s is now open just minutes from Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL. The new location is owned by franchisee Amol Kohli, who started as a waiter at a Friendly’s in high school and now has more than 30 Friendly’s in his portfolio. With over 100 total locations nationwide, including this latest opening in Orlando, Florida, we're excited about future growth and expansion. According to BRIX Holdings CEO Sherif Mityas, not only is our footprint expanding, but we've undergone “a complete overhaul and upgrade of our technology platforms for the benefit of both our guests, team members and operators." Learn more about the newest location and our plans, via Orlando Business Journal: https://lnkd.in/gJ7tSrZb #NowOpen #DisneyWorld #Franchise #Expansion

More pictures from today’s soft opening of our newest Friendly’s location in Orlando!! BRIX Holdings

Since we became part of the BRIX Holdings family, our beloved brand has been energized and is now primed for exponential growth.?? ? In an interview with Forbes, Brix Holdings CEO Sherif Mityas emphasized our commitment to preserving the essence of our brand while acknowledging the challenges we faced throughout our history. As he puts it, "Sometimes to grow, you have to shrink.” He shares that, in the years to come, Friendly's is determined to uphold brand standards and adapt to changing demographics. ? Check out the insightful Forbes interview to learn more about our revival journey and expansion plans, including our venture into Texas, via Gary Stern:? ?https://lnkd.in/grj8kcAY??? ? For more on Friendly's franchising opportunities, inquire through our website:?https://lnkd.in/gkn9y77V??? ? #Expansion #Forbes #Interview #Texas #Franchising

Our team had a blast last week at the Multi-Unit Franchise Conference, connecting with entrepreneurs and sharing information about business ownership opportunities available with Friendly's. Thanks to all who stopped by our booth to support us and learn about our beloved brand and expansion plans. ? For more on Friendly's franchising opportunities, inquire through our website:?www.ownafriendlys.com? ? #Franchising #MUFC2024 #Expansion

Our team had a blast last week at the Multi-Unit Franchise Conference, connecting with entrepreneurs and sharing information about business ownership opportunities available with Friendly's. Thanks to all who stopped by our booth to support us and learn about our beloved brand and expansion plans. ? For more on Friendly's franchising opportunities, inquire through our website:?www.ownafriendlys.com? ? #Franchising #MUFC2024 #Expansion