Fatburger Continues Growth in France
FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) has announced a significant expansion of its Fatburger chain in France through a new partnership with Big M CIE. The company plans to open 30 new units across France over the next three years, with five locations scheduled to open in 2026.
This expansion builds on Fatburger's existing presence in France, following their first location in Sarcelles opened nearly three years ago. The partnership leverages Big M CIE's extensive restaurant industry experience in the French market.
Fatburger, celebrating its 70-year legacy, is known for its customizable burgers and menu featuring Fat and Skinny Fries, sweet potato fries, scratch-made onion rings, Impossible™ Burgers, turkeyburgers, chicken sandwiches, and hand-scooped milkshakes. FAT Brands currently owns 18 restaurant brands and operates over 2,300 units worldwide.
FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) ha annunciato una significativa espansione della sua catena Fatburger in Francia attraverso una nuova partnership con Big M CIE. L'azienda prevede di aprire 30 nuove unità in tutta la Francia nei prossimi tre anni, con cinque sedi programmate per aprire nel 2026.
Questa espansione si basa sulla presenza già esistente di Fatburger in Francia, dopo l'apertura della loro prima sede a Sarcelles quasi tre anni fa. La partnership sfrutta l'ampia esperienza di Big M CIE nel settore della ristorazione nel mercato francese.
Fatburger, che celebra il suo legato di 70 anni, è conosciuto per i suoi hamburger personalizzabili e un menu che include Fat e Skinny Fries, patatine dolci, anelli di cipolla fatti a mano, Impossible™ Burgers, hamburger di tacchino, panini di pollo e milkshake preparati a mano. FAT Brands attualmente possiede 18 marchi di ristorazione e gestisce oltre 2.300 unità in tutto il mondo.
FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) ha anunciado una expansión significativa de su cadena Fatburger en Francia a través de una nueva asociación con Big M CIE. La compañía planea abrir 30 nuevas unidades en toda Francia durante los próximos tres años, con cinco ubicaciones programadas para abrir en 2026.
Esta expansión se basa en la presencia existente de Fatburger en Francia, tras la apertura de su primera ubicación en Sarcelles hace casi tres años. La asociación aprovecha la amplia experiencia de Big M CIE en la industria de restaurantes en el mercado francés.
Fatburger, que celebra su legado de 70 años, es conocido por sus hamburguesas personalizables y un menú que incluye Fat y Skinny Fries, papas fritas de batata, aros de cebolla hechos a mano, Impossible™ Burgers, hamburguesas de pavo, sándwiches de pollo y malteadas preparadas a mano. FAT Brands actualmente posee 18 marcas de restaurantes y opera más de 2,300 unidades en todo el mundo.
FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT)는 Big M CIE와의 새로운 파트너십을 통해 프랑스에서 Fatburger 체인을 대폭 확장한다고 발표했습니다. 이 회사는 향후 3년 동안 프랑스 전역에 30개의 새로운 매장을 열 계획이며, 2026년에 5곳이 개장할 예정입니다.
이번 확장은 거의 3년 전 사르셀에서 첫 매장을 연 Fatburger의 기존 프랑스 진출을 기반으로 하고 있습니다. 이 파트너십은 프랑스 시장에서 Big M CIE의 광범위한 외식 산업 경험을 활용합니다.
Fatburger는 70년의 유산을 기념하며, 맞춤형 햄버거와 Fat 및 Skinny Fries, 고구마 튀김, 수제 양파 링, Impossible™ Burgers, 칠면조 햄버거, 치킨 샌드위치, 수제 밀크쉐이크가 포함된 메뉴로 유명합니다. FAT Brands는 현재 18개의 외식 브랜드를 소유하고 있으며 전 세계적으로 2,300개 이상의 매장을 운영하고 있습니다.
FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) a annoncé une expansion significative de sa chaîne Fatburger en France grâce à un nouveau partenariat avec Big M CIE. L'entreprise prévoit d'ouvrir 30 nouvelles unités à travers la France au cours des trois prochaines années, avec cinq emplacements prévus pour 2026.
Cette expansion s'appuie sur la présence existante de Fatburger en France, après l'ouverture de leur premier emplacement à Sarcelles il y a presque trois ans. Le partenariat tire parti de l'expérience considérable de Big M CIE dans le secteur de la restauration sur le marché français.
Fatburger, qui célèbre son héritage de 70 ans, est connu pour ses hamburgers personnalisables et un menu comprenant des Fat et Skinny Fries, des frites de patate douce, des rondelles d'oignon faites maison, des Impossible™ Burgers, des hamburgers de dinde, des sandwichs au poulet et des milkshakes préparés à la main. FAT Brands possède actuellement 18 marques de restaurants et exploite plus de 2 300 unités dans le monde entier.
FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) hat eine bedeutende Expansion seiner Fatburger-Kette in Frankreich durch eine neue Partnerschaft mit Big M CIE angekündigt. Das Unternehmen plant, in den nächsten drei Jahren 30 neue Standorte in ganz Frankreich zu eröffnen, wobei fünf Standorte für 2026 geplant sind.
Diese Expansion baut auf der bestehenden Präsenz von Fatburger in Frankreich auf, nachdem vor fast drei Jahren der erste Standort in Sarcelles eröffnet wurde. Die Partnerschaft nutzt die umfangreiche Erfahrung von Big M CIE in der Restaurantbranche auf dem französischen Markt.
Fatburger, das sein 70-jähriges Erbe feiert, ist bekannt für seine anpassbaren Burger und ein Menü, das Fat und Skinny Fries, Süßkartoffelpommes, hausgemachte Zwiebelringe, Impossible™ Burgers, Truthahn-Burger, Hühnchen-Sandwiches und handgeschöpfte Milkshakes umfasst. FAT Brands besitzt derzeit 18 Restaurantmarken und betreibt weltweit über 2.300 Einheiten.
- Significant expansion with 30 new units planned in France over 3 years
- Strategic partnership with experienced local operator Big M CIE
- Immediate growth with 5 new locations confirmed for 2026
- Builds on existing successful presence in French market
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Insights
FAT Brands' expansion deal in France represents a significant acceleration of growth for their Fatburger concept in the European market. The partnership with Big M CIE's experienced team - who already operate restaurant franchises in France - demonstrates strategic partner selection to navigate local market dynamics.
The expansion pace is noteworthy: planning 30 units over three years shows substantial scaling compared to their single location opened three years ago in Sarcelles. This suggests either improved market reception or enhanced operational capabilities through the new partnership. The phased approach with five units in 2026 indicates a measured roll-out strategy rather than overly aggressive expansion.
For context, while meaningful for the Fatburger brand specifically, these 30 new units represent just over
The partnership leverages the franchise model that forms the core of FAT Brands' growth strategy, generating revenue through franchise fees, royalties and supply chain opportunities without significant capital investment. The focus on working with established local operators helps mitigate execution risk in foreign markets.
Without disclosed financial terms or performance metrics from the existing French location, it's difficult to quantify the precise revenue impact. However, this expansion reinforces FAT Brands' ability to execute its international growth strategy through local partnerships in competitive markets.
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 experience within the restaurant space and successfully operate their own restaurant franchise in the country. We are confident they are the right partners to quickly scale Fatburger to amplify the brand’s presence across France—showcasing what makes Fatburger unique—our custom-built burgers, Fat and Skinny Fries and hand-scooped milkshakes.”
Ever since the first Fatburger opened in Los Angeles 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 percent real ice cream.
For more information on Fatburger, visit www.fatburger.com.
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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 and polished casual dining restaurant concepts around the world. The Company currently owns 18 restaurant brands: Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Marble Slab Creamery, Johnny Rockets, Fazoli’s, Twin Peaks, Great American Cookies, Smokey Bones, 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 and owns over 2,300 units worldwide. For more information on FAT Brands, 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 ambiance, 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™.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements relating to the timing and performance of new store openings and area development agreements. Forward-looking statements reflect expectations of FAT Brands Inc. (“we” or “our”) concerning the future and are subject to significant business, economic and competitive risks, uncertainties and contingencies. These factors are difficult to predict and beyond our control, and could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements. We refer you to the documents that we file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as our reports on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and Form 8-K, for a discussion of these and other factors. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release.
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