Franklin, Tenn. (ots/PRNewswire) – CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. (“CKE”) announced a new agreement with Boparan Restaurant Group (“BRG”) to develop Carl’s Jr.® restaurants in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland (“Territory”). This collaboration is an exciting addition to CKE’s growing list of international locations and will offer guests the big, bold flavors the brand is known for worldwide. Carl’s Jr.’s menu includes juicy char-grilled burgers, hand-baked Chicken Tenders™ and hand-scooped ice cream. Cream Shakes™ that satisfy hunger.
Under this agreement, BRG will open, operate and franchise restaurants throughout the area as the exclusive developer of Carl’s Jr. This partnership solidifies Carl’s Jr.’s European presence, which includes nearly 100 restaurants in Spain, France, Denmark, Turkey and Switzerland.
“We have had our sights set on the UK and Republic of Ireland for some time as part of our strategic growth plan and are excited to meet international demand for our signature flavors,” said Mike Woida, President of CKE International.
“Carl’s Jr.’s international success speaks for itself. The brand delivers fantastic food quality and brilliant innovation, and we look forward to replicating the California-born ‘Eat Like You Mean It’ experience in the UK,” said Satnam Mietal , Managing Director of BRG. “This partnership fits perfectly with our commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences and we look forward to introducing Carl’s Jr. to the UK and Irish markets.”
The California-based restaurant chain with a rich heritage and more than 80 years in business is accelerating its plans for global expansion. CKE currently operates more than 1,100 international restaurants in more than 35 countries around the world.
“BRG has a proven track record and shares our vision for Carl’s Jr. in the UK. We look forward to serving our guests in the region as we continue our path to global growth,” said Woida.
Information about international franchising can be found at https://carlsjrfranchising.com/international.
About CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc.
CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc., a privately held company based in Franklin, Tennessee, operates two popular brands, Carl’s Jr.® and Hardee’s® Restaurants, known for premium and innovative menu items such as the iconic Chargrilled Burgers and Hand-Baked Chicken Tenders™ . Carl’s Jr. has a presence both in the United States and internationally. Restaurants LLC and Hardee’s Restaurants LLC have more than 3,600 franchised or company-operated restaurants domestically and more than 35 international markets and U.S. territories. For more information about CKE, see www.ckr.com or on the brand pages www.carlsjr.com and www.hardees.com.
Information about Boparan Restaurant Group BRG is one of the UK’s leading restaurant companies, managing a diverse portfolio of well-known brands including Slim Chickens, Gourmet Burger Kitchen (GBK), FishWorks, Carluccio’s, Caffe Carluccio’s, Giraffe, Ed’s Easy Diner and Cinnamon Collection. BRG has established itself as a major player in the food and beverage industry. On-line: https://boparanrestaurantgroup.co.uk/.
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