BonBird, the Dubai-headquartered fried chicken chain, has officially opened its first restaurant in Abu Dhabi, located at Gardens Plaza in Khalifa City. The new store spans 1,000 sq ft, seats up to 60 guests, and will operate daily from 10 AM to 1 AM. This milestone follows BonBird’s April 2025 expansion into Oman and marks another…
Roots Chicken Shak is spreading its wings with the opening of its first franchised location in Addison, Texas. Set to open in late July or early August 2025 at 3748 Belt Line Rd, Suite 118, this launch marks a new chapter for the fast-casual fried chicken concept by T2D Concepts, the hospitality group founded by…
Philippine fast food giant Jollibee Foods Corp (JFC) is continuing its aggressive international expansion strategy with plans to acquire Norang Food Co, the operator behind the popular Korean fried chicken chain Norang Tongdak. This move marks another bold step in JFC’s efforts to strengthen its presence in South Korea’s competitive food and beverage industry. The…
Just eight years after launching in a Los Angeles parking lot, Dave’s Hot Chicken has reached a major milestone — being acquired by private equity powerhouse Roark Capital in a deal valued at approximately $1 billion. This acquisition underscores Dave’s explosive growth and cements its position as one of the fastest-growing chicken franchise brands worldwide.…
Australia’s beloved Portuguese-themed fast-food chain Oporto is spreading its wings again—this time landing in Griffith, New South Wales, with a brand-new franchise restaurant opening in July 2025. Known for its crave-worthy flame-grilled chicken, Bondi Burgers, and spicy Rappas, the brand’s arrival signals continued growth in regional franchise development—and presents new opportunities for local entrepreneurs and…
Church’s Texas Chicken® and its international counterpart Texas Chicken™ — among the largest quick-service chicken brands globally — are accelerating their international expansion, focusing strongly on Europe while consolidating key markets worldwide. Strategic European Growth The brand recently signed multiple development agreements, including a major partnership in Germany with a seasoned franchisee possessing strong foodservice…
The UK’s fast-growing fried chicken market is gearing up for more competition as Dubai-based fried chicken brand BonBird targets opening 50 new locations in the UK within five years. Rapid Expansion in the UK Market BonBird, part of the City Restaurants Group franchise portfolio, aims to capitalize on the booming demand for fried chicken across…
Korean fried chicken is gaining momentum in the global QSR space — and now one of the most iconic brands in the segment is setting its sights on the UK. Bonchon, a US-based Korean fried chicken chain known for its crispy, hand-brushed chicken and bold Asian flavors, is actively seeking a master franchise partner to…
At Star Brands Consulting Group, our mission has always been clear: empower entrepreneurs, franchisees, and investors with the knowledge, resources, and networks they need to succeed. Today, we’re proud to take that mission further with the official launch of our Franchise Master network of niche websites — a collection of specialized platforms designed to provide deep-dive insights, industry intelligence,…
Welcome to the official blog of ChickenFranchiseMaster.com — your dedicated resource for discovering, evaluating, and mastering the world of chicken franchise opportunities. Whether you’re a seasoned multi-unit investor, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a regional developer looking to bring the next big chicken brand to your market, this blog is your launchpad. We bring together industry…