FATBB - Mergers and acquisitions

Pretzel Chain Bakes Up Limited-Time Offer for National Holiday with a Twist! LOS ANGELES, April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pretzelmaker, owned by FAT Brands Inc. and innovator of Pretzel Bites, is celebrating National Pretzel Day this year by bringing back a fan-favorite deal, fresh out of the oven. On April 26, fans can enjoy a FREE order of Small Original Pretzel Bites, Salted or Unsalted, in-store at participating locations nationwide. For even more twists this year, Pretzelmaker is also throwing a "National Pretzel Day After Party" – guests who sign up for Pretzelmaker's Rewards App by 11:59 p.m. April 26 will receive $5 off orders of $20 more starting April 27. This offer is valid

Sweet Treat Concepts Continue Strong Growth Trajectory in Texas LOS ANGELES, April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., announces a new growth milestone for sister concepts Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery, the opening of their 80th location in the Houston area, including both co-branded and standalone locations. Recent openings include two co-branded Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery stores in Houston, TX and Magnolia, TX. "Houston continues to be a key expansion hub for Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery," said Allison Lauenstein, President of Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery. "This incredible

Fast, Fresh and Friendly Chain Makes Debut in Anderson, Marking Third Location in State LOS ANGELES, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fazoli's, FAT Brands' fast and fresh Italian chain, has officially opened a new location in Anderson, SC in partnership with Impact Hospitality Group. Located at 3091 Liberty Hwy, Anderson, SC 29621, the new restaurant marks the third location for Fazoli's in the state. "The greatest form of growth is when you continue to expand with your existing franchisee base," said Gregg Nettleton, President of Fazoli's. "Impact Hospitality Group has been excellent partners over the years, operating three other locations, two in Columbia, SC and one in Murray, KY. O

No Need to File for this Freebie, Original Cookie Cake Franchise Offers Buy One, Get One Free Deal LOS ANGELES, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Great American Cookies, the Original Cookie Cake franchise owned by FAT Brands Inc., is offering a sweet relief from Tax Day. On April 15 (Tax Day), the chain is offering a buy one get one free deal on slices of their classic Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake in-store at participating locations nationwide. "Making Tax Day a little bit sweeter for our fans has become a tradition at Great American Cookies," said Katie Thoms, Vice President of Marketing for Great American Cookies. "We are thrilled to bring back this offer year after year, because while

LOS ANGELES, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. (NASDAQ:FAT) ("FAT Brands" or the "Company"), a leading global franchising company and parent company of iconic brands including Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, Twin Peaks, Fazoli's and 13 other restaurant concepts, announces amendments to its whole business securitization credit facility for its Fazoli's and Native Grill & Wings restaurant brands (the "Fazoli's Securitization"). The amendments to the Fazoli's Securitization include the following key features: The "Anticipated Repayment Date" of the Class A-2 Notes has been extended from January 2025 to July 2026. If the Class A-2 Not

All-American Burger Chain to Open 30 Units in Country Over Next Three Years LOS ANGELES, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Fatburger and 17 other restaurant concepts, announces a new partnership with the group behind Big M CIE, to expand Fatburger across France, opening 30 units over the next three years with five new units set to open in 2026. "Since opening our first location nearly three years ago in Sarcelles, we have been looking for the right strategic opportunities to continue our expansion in France," said Taylor Wiederhorn, Chief Development Officer of FAT Brands. "Mehdi Bella and his team have a vast amount of exper

Beloved Italian Chain Offers Fan-Favorite Pastas for a Steal Through Sept. 7 LOS ANGELES, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fazoli's, America's favorite fast and fresh Italian chain owned by FAT Brands Inc., has a fresh new offer that underscores its commitment to value. Starting today, April 2, through Sept. 7, the chain is bringing the sauce with $3.99 fan-favorite pasta dishes at participating locations, including a small Spaghetti with Marinara or Meat Sauce and a small Fettuccine Alfredo. Available for dine-in, drive-thru and online, the classic, handcrafted pasta meals are perfectly portioned, loaded with flavor and made with the freshest, highest quality ingredients. The piping h

Global Restaurant Franchising Company Accepts Cryptocurrency for Franchisee Royalty Payments  LOS ANGELES, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. (NASDAQ:FAT) ("FAT Brands" or the "Company"), a leading global franchising company and parent company of iconic brands including Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, Twin Peaks, Fazoli's and 13 other restaurant concepts, announced it is officially accepting Bitcoin for franchisee royalty payments. With over 2,300 locations worldwide, the Company is the first restaurant franchise to accept royalty payments in cryptocurrency. The move underscores FAT Brands' commitment to financial and technological

Beloved Pizza Chain Mixes in Sister Ice Cream Brand at Oakland, CA Location LOS ANGELES, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. announces the debut of the first Round Table Pizza and Marble Slab Creamery in Oakland, CA. Located at 5095 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, the restaurant seamlessly blends the sweet treat brand into the existing Round Table Pizza location, offering homemade Ice Cream with free Mix-Ins and Shakes in a variety of flavors. This marks FAT Brands' 10th co-brand/tri-brand pairing to date. "Co-branding continues to be a key growth pillar of FAT Brands," said David Pear, President of Round Table Pizza. "The new Round Table Pizza

Beloved Burger Brand Opens New Non-Traditional Model for Airport Employees at American Airlines Terminal  LOS ANGELES, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Fatburger and 17 other restaurant concepts, announces the opening of a new Fatburger location at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in the American Airlines' employee dining hall. The opening is in partnership with Bankhead Food Group LLC, which has a connection to several brick-and-mortar locations across Texas, and Gideon Toal Management Services, a leading airport lounge and concessions management company. To date, this marks the first restaurant franchise in an employ

Foundation Increases Giving in 2024, Supporting 70 Organizations Across FAT Brands Communities LOS ANGELES, March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., a leading global franchising company that owns restaurant brands including Johnny Rockets, Fatburger, Round Table Pizza, Twin Peaks, Fazoli's, and 13 other concepts, is pleased to announce the impact its charitable organization, FAT Brands Foundation, had in its local communities in 2024. Approximately $325,000 was awarded to 70 local non-profits across 17 states plus Washington D.C. The foundation continues to make great strides in cementing itself as an emerging non-profit leader following its first ye

Iconic Chain Brings Back Beloved Burger with Value Offer LOS ANGELES, March 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fatburger, the all-American burger chain owned by FAT Brands Inc., announces the bold comeback of the fan-favorite Baby Fat for only $5.99. The Baby Fat is packed with the same unbeatable flavor that Fatburger fans know and love. Available for a limited-time only, the Baby Fat is available at the $5.99 value price point starting today through June 30 via www.fatburger.com with code BABYFAT5 or in-store at participating locations. "Our fans have been asking, and we have heard them—the Baby Fat is back," said Jenn Johnston, Chief Marketing Officer at FAT Brands. "This limited-time value

$3.14 Personal Pizza for Royal Rewards Members All Day Long at Leading Pizza Chain LOS ANGELES, March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Round Table Pizza, a pizza franchise known for its commitment to quality and authenticity owned by FAT Brands Inc., is gearing up to celebrate Pi Day once again with a slice of savings! All day long at participating locations on March 14, Royal Rewards Members will receive a Personal Pizza with a choice of one topping for just $3.14, with the purchase of any Large or XL pizza. Since its founding in 1959, Round Table Pizza has been recognized as "Pizza Royalty™" for its dedication to using gold-standard ingredients like high-quality meats and the brand's signa

FAT Brands' Complementary Sweet Treat Concepts Open New Store Together in Dayton Area LOS ANGELES, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., announces the opening of a new co-branded Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery location in Huber Heights, OH. The new store is the first co-branded Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery location to open in the Buckeye State, with additional Great American Cookies' locations in Columbus and Dublin. The Huber Heights location brings both sister brands together in one delicious destination, offering fan-favorite items such as Cookie Cakes, homemade Ice Cream with unlimited Mix-Ins and more. "As w

Latest Store Opening Brings Bite-Sized Fun and Full-Sized Flavor to Grand Island LOS ANGELES, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pretzelmaker, the innovator of soft Pretzel Bites owned by FAT Brands Inc., has announced its newest location in Grand Island, NE, marking the brand's third store in the Cornhusker State. The new location, positioned in the heart of Grand Island's bustling city, is now open for locals to enjoy Pretzelmaker's freshly baked Pretzel Bites, all-natural lemonade and other craveworthy menu offerings. "We are thrilled to continue Pretzelmaker's growth in the state of Nebraska, with our third location to date," said Allison Lauenstein, President of Pretzelmaker. "Throug

Beloved Italian Chain Cooks Up New Pasta Dishes, Brings Back Fan-Favorite Dessert LOS ANGELES, Feb. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fazoli's, America's favorite fast and fresh Italian chain owned by FAT Brands Inc., is starting 2025 on a fresh note—with an all-new twist to its beloved lasagna. Beginning today, Feb. 4, through April 28, pasta lovers can dig into four different Lasagna Roll meal options for a limited time. From meaty to extra cheesy options, including an unbeatable duo deal of a lasagna roll and fettuccine alfredo starting at just $5.99, there are plenty of flavorful pasta options made with fresh ingredients for fans to noodle over: -Lasagna Roll and Fettuccine Alfredo Duo -

Iconic Chain Double Downs on Deals for National Pizza Day and Valentine's Day  LOS ANGELES, Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Round Table Pizza, the pizza franchise known for its commitment to quality and authenticity owned by FAT Brands Inc., is sharing a little pizza with someone they love – its fans – in February. Beginning Friday, Feb. 7, Round Table Pizza will offer a Large Double Play Pizza for just $21.99 with code RTP808, available online only. The offer continues through National Pizza Day (Sunday, Feb. 9) – just in time to celebrate the big game. On Valentine's Day, Feb. 14, through Feb. 17, guests can earn a sweet 14 percent off any L or XL Pizza, including heart-shaped pizza

Iconic Brand Continues Expansion in Beehive State with Latest Opening  LOS ANGELES, Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hot Dog on a Stick, the all-American, beach-born brand owned by FAT Brands Inc., announces a new opening in St. George, Utah in partnership with influencers, Benji and Tiffany Nelson. Known for their popular YouTube Channel show, Not Enough Nelsons, the husband-and-wife duo are pleased to introduce the area to a brand that holds so much nostalgia for them. Situated in the Red Cliffs Mall, the new location boasts a menu with all the Hot Dog on a Stick classics, fresh, hand-stomped lemonade and made-to-order Hot Dog on a Stick and Cheese on a Stick products. "We are thrille

Dessert Franchises Kick off 2025 on a Sweet Note with Beloved Candy Brand LOS ANGELES, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT Brands' sister companies - Great American Cookies, the Original Cookie Cake franchise, and Marble Slab Creamery, the homemade small-batch ice cream franchise, are proud to announce their latest offerings – Turtle Cookies and Ice Cream Made with the iconic Mars brand, SNICKERS. Beginning today through April 27, fans can enjoy a new twist on their favorite treats from Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery at both co-branded and standalone locations. The new cookie and ice cream offerings are a celebration of all things SNICKERS – featuring the chewy nougat,

Beloved Wing Chain Kicks Up Beverage Offerings with New Cocktails, Margaritas and More LOS ANGELES, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Buffalo's Cafe, an award-winning wing concept owned by FAT Brands Inc., is pouring out a flurry of new drinks to enhance its bar menu. Guests can now choose from more than ten new sips, including eight new cocktails and five new margaritas—timeless classics with a special Buffalos' twist. Key cocktail additions, which pay homage to the brand name and its strong roots in Georgia, include: Georgia Peach Tea - Evan Williams Bourbon, iced tea, lemonade and peachPeach Sangria - White wine, Myers's Platinum White Rum, Mott's Apple Juice®, peach, lemon-lime soda

Twin Hospitality to Commence Trading as Standalone Public Company  LOS ANGELES, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. (NASDAQ:FAT), a leading global franchising company and parent company of 18 iconic brands, is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has approved the distribution of a special stock dividend to FAT Brands' common stockholders of shares of Class A Common Stock ("Twin Common Stock") of Twin Hospitality Group Inc. ("Twin Hospitality"), the operating unit for its Twin Peaks and Smokey Bones restaurant brands. The distributed shares will represent approximately 5% of the fully diluted shares of Class A Common Stock of Twin Hospita