Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express Makes Debut in the Lone Star State

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FAT Brands Inc. has opened its first Texas location, a co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express, in North Richland Hills, TX, on June 1, 2020. CEO Andy Wiederhorn emphasized the continued demand for quality food despite the pandemic. The menu features customizable burgers and a variety of chicken wings with fresh ingredients. The restaurant operates daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., marking a significant expansion for FAT Brands, which owns eight restaurant concepts and franchises over 375 units globally.

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• Opening of the first Texas location may increase brand awareness and customer base.
• Expansion into the Texas market aligns with growth strategy.

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Dallas Fort Worth, June 01, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Fatburger, Buffalo’s Express, and six other restaurant concepts, announces the opening of a co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express in North Richland Hills, TX. The grand opening of the restaurant, the first to open in the Lone Star State, will be on Monday, June 1, 2020.

“Many things have changed during the pandemic, but not Americans’ love for delicious, freshly made burgers or spicy and flavorful chicken wings,” said Andy Wiederhorn, CEO of FAT Brands. “We’re excited to open our first Texas location, a co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express, to help satisfy that hunger.”

Ever since the first Fatburger opened in Hollywood more than 70 years ago, the chain has been known for its delicious, grilled-to-perfection and built-to-order burgers. Founder Lovie Yancey believed that a big burger with everything on it is a meal in itself. And at Fatburger “everything” is not just the usual lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, mustard, pickles and relish. Burgers can be customized with everything from bacon and eggs to chili, jalapenos and onion rings. In addition to its famous burgers, the Fatburger menu also includes Fat and Skinny fries, sweet potato fries, IMPOSSIBLE^™ burgers, turkeyburgers, chicken sandwiches, and hand scooped milkshakes.

From the Buffalo’s Express menu, patrons can choose bone-in or boneless wings accompanied by a range of sauces including Scorchin, Carolina Fire BBQ, Asian Sesame, Coconut Jerk, Honey Garlic, and Sweet Bourbon BBQ. All of Buffalo’s Express menu wings are fresh, never frozen, and accompanied by celery, carrots and blue cheese, ranch or honey mustard dressing.

The North Richland Hills Fatburger and Buffalo's Express is located at 6039 Precinct Line Road, Suite 180 in North Richland Hills, TX and it will be open 7 days a week from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

For more information or to find a Fatburger near you, please visit www.fatburger.com.

For more information or to find a Buffalo’s Express near you, please visit www.buffalos.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 and casual dining restaurant concepts around the world. The Company currently owns eight restaurant brands: Fatburger, Buffalo’s Cafe, Buffalo’s Express, Hurricane Grill & Wings, Elevation Burger, Yalla Mediterranean and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, and franchises over 375 units worldwide. For more information, please visit www.fatbrands.com.

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 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 72 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^™.

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FAQ

When did FAT Brands open its first Texas location?

FAT Brands opened its first Texas location on June 1, 2020.

What restaurant concepts are included in the FAT Brands expansion?

The expansion includes a co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo's Express.

Where is the new FAT Brands restaurant located?

The new restaurant is located at 6039 Precinct Line Road, Suite 180, North Richland Hills, TX.

What are the operating hours of the new FAT Brands location?

The restaurant operates daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

How many restaurant brands does FAT Brands own?

FAT Brands currently owns eight restaurant brands.