﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss xmlns:a10="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title>Staff &amp; Reader Submitted</title><link>https://charlotte.bubblelife.com/community/charlotte_ireporter</link><description>Staff &amp; Reader Submitted</description><item><link>https://charlotte.bubblelife.com/community/charlotte_ireporter/library/35823980/key/350533054/Checkers_Rallys_Accelerates_into_Expansion_in_Charlotte</link><author>rgorton_g272388</author><category>Food &amp; Dining</category><title>Checkers &amp; Rallys Accelerates into Expansion in Charlotte</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt; &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href="https://checkersfranchising.com/"&gt;Checkers &amp; Rallys&lt;/a&gt;, the double drive-thru burgers and fries brand, recently announced they are targeting Greensboro as a key market in its franchise growth plan. With over 800 locations in the United States and more in development, the brands momentum shows no signs of slowing down.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Were thrilled about the opportunity to expand Checkers and Rallys into Charlotte and were eager to invite the community to partner with a beloved brand in the fast-food industry, said Robert Bhagwandat, Senior Director of Franchise Development at Checkers and Rallys. As a leader in the affordable fast-food industry, it is characterized by exceptional value and iconic menu items. We are excited to explore new markets and work alongside new and current operators.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Checkers &amp; Rallys stands out from other hamburger QSR concepts through its dedication to innovation in both the culinary aspect and its introduction to technology and AI improvements. This commitment ensures that it is possible to provide exceptional value to both guests and operators as well as run cost-effectively. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Recognizing the need for efficient and quick dining options in Charlotte, Checkers &amp; Rallys drive-thru operations have been crafted to deliver quick service while preserving the brands iconic flavors. The brands streamlined operations which feature a model that substitutes dining rooms with patio seating, reduce the amount of labor needed during operating hours. In combination with the double drive-thru and quick-service menu, Checkers &amp; Rallys stands out as an exciting franchise ownership opportunity. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;After merging into one concept in 1999, Checkers &amp; Rallys operates on a successful franchise model. Franchise owners benefit from operational support, marketing resources and strong brand recognition. Prospective franchisees can build upon 1,008 square-foot space, which is half the size of competing drive-thru concepts.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In addition to Charlotte, Checkers &amp; Rallys current strategy is targeting select markets throughout the United States, particularly in New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, California, Las Vegas, Arizona, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;To learn more about the brand, investment requirements, and open territories visit &lt;a href="https://www.franchising.com/ta.php?id=7443&amp;url=http://checkersfranchising.com" target="_blank"&gt;checkersfranchising.com&lt;/a&gt; to find out more.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Checkers and Rallys&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Based in Tampa, Fla., Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc., an iconic and innovative drive-thru restaurant chain known for its bold, craveable food, famous fries, exceptional value, and people-first attitude, operates and franchises both Checkers® and Rally's® restaurants. With 800 restaurants and room to grow, Checkers &amp; Rally's is a proven brand with flexible building formats that is aggressively expanding across the country. Checkers &amp; Rally's is dedicated to being a place where franchisees and employees who work hard can create opportunities for themselves, their families, and their communities. In recent years, the brand has earned several of the industry's most prestigious awards including Franchise Times Top 500, Entrepreneur Top 500, Franchise Business Reviews Satisfaction Award, Top Food Franchise in 2023 and Most Profitable Franchise in 2022.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; For more information about Checkers and Rallys, visit &lt;a href="http://checkers.com/"&gt;checkers.com&lt;/a&gt;. To learn more about Checkers and Rallys franchise opportunities, visit &lt;a href="http://checkersfranchising.com/"&gt;checkersfranchising.com&lt;/a&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://charlotte.bubblelife.com/viewimage/key/3518941903/checkerburgerwcheese_combo.jpeg?w=512&amp;h=384"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 20:00:00 Z</pubDate></item></channel></rss>