Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express Arrive in Kentucky

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FAT Brands announces the opening of its first co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express in Winchester, Kentucky, marking its expansion into the state. The restaurant offers made-to-order burgers and wings, responding to growing demand in the region. This location follows a successful opening in Arkansas and is part of the company’s strategy to enhance its presence in the South. The restaurant will operate daily with extended hours on weekends, contributing to the brand's overall growth in the fast-casual dining sector.

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• Opening of first Fatburger and Buffalo's Express in Kentucky, expanding regional presence.
• Successful previous location in Arkansas indicates strong market demand.
• Enhanced menu variety including customizable burgers and wings can attract a diverse customer base.

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Hollywood’s Favorite Burger Now Available in Winchester

LOS ANGELES, March 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. announces the debut of the first Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express to date in the state of Kentucky. Located in Winchester, the co-branded, drive-thru restaurant will provide locals with the chains’ sought-after made-to-order burgers and juicy wings.

“We are always listening to our fans and where they are looking for us to grow,” said Jake Berchtold, COO of FAT Brands’ Fast Casual Division. “Expanding in the South has been a priority as of recent. We opened our first location in Arkansas in late 2021 and were met with great success. Now several months later, we are thrilled to bring our iconic dining experience to the state of Kentucky.”

Ever since the first Fatburger opened in Los Angeles over 70 years ago, the chain has been known for its delicious, grilled-to-perfection and cooked to order burgers. Founder Lovie Yancey believed that a big burger with everything on it is a meal in itself; at Fatburger “everything” is not just the usual roster of toppings. Burgers can be customized with everything from bacon and eggs to chili and onion rings. In addition to its famous burgers, the Fatburger menu also includes Fat and Skinny Fries, sweet potato fries, scratch-made onion rings, Impossible^™ Burgers, turkeyburgers, hand-breaded crispy chicken sandwiches, and hand-scooped milkshakes made from 100% real ice cream.

From the Buffalo’s Express menu, patrons can choose bone-in or boneless wings accompanied by a range of original sauces. All of Buffalo’s Express’ wings are accompanied by celery, carrots, and blue cheese, ranch or honey mustard dressing.

The Winchester Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express is located at 1452 W Lexington Ave., Winchester, Ky. 40391 and will be open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

For more information or to find a Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express near you, please visit www.fatburger.com.

About FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands

FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) is a leading global franchising company that strategically acquires, markets, and develops fast casual, quick-service, casual dining, and polished casual dining concepts around the world. The Company currently owns 17 restaurant brands: Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Marble Slab Creamery, Johnny Rockets, Fazoli’s, Twin Peaks, Great American Cookies, Hot Dog on a Stick, Buffalo’s Cafe & Express, Hurricane Grill & Wings, Pretzelmaker, Elevation Burger, Native Grill & Wings, Yalla Mediterranean and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, and franchises over 2,300 units worldwide.

About Fatburger

An all-American, Hollywood favorite, Fatburger is a fast-casual restaurant serving big, juicy, tasty burgers, crafted specifically to each customer’s liking. With a legacy spanning over 70 years, Fatburger’s extraordinary quality and taste inspire fierce loyalty amongst its fan base, which includes a number of A-list celebrities and athletes. Featuring a contemporary design and ambience, Fatburger offers an unparalleled dining experience, demonstrating the same dedication to serving gourmet, homemade, custom-built burgers as it has since 1952 – The Last Great Hamburger Stand^™.

About Buffalo’s Express

Founded in 1985 in Roswell, Georgia, Buffalo’s Express is a fast-casual chain known for its world-famous chicken wings and proprietary wing sauces. Co-branded with over 100 Fatburger restaurants to date, Buffalo’s Express’ significant growth can be attributed to its high-quality menu offerings and unparalleled dining experience. Featuring a contemporary design and ambience, whether guests are dining-in or having take-out/delivery, Buffalo’s Express offers friends and families the flexibility to enjoy their world-famous chicken wings however they prefer. Buffalo’s Express – Where Everyone is Family^™.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Erin Mandzik, FAT Brands
emandzik@fatbrands.com
860-212-6509

FAQ

What is the significance of FAT Brands' new location in Winchester?

The new co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express in Winchester marks FAT Brands' entry into Kentucky, indicative of its strategic expansion into the southern market.

When did FAT Brands open its first location in Arkansas?

FAT Brands opened its first location in Arkansas in late 2021, prior to the new Winchester location.

What type of menu does the new FAT Brands location offer?

The Winchester location offers a menu featuring customizable burgers and wings from both Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express.

What are the operating hours for FAT Brands' new location?

The Winchester restaurant operates Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Friday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

What are the stock symbols for FAT Brands?

FAT Brands is traded under the stock symbols FAT, FATBP, and FATBW.