Applebee’s signs agreement with Flynn Group to open 25 restaurants

Applebee’s recently signed an agreement with Flynn Group, with the goal to open 25 new Applebee’s restaurants in the U.S. over the next seven years. This expansion goal is part of Applebee’s development strategy to return the brand to net new unit openings. Focused on growth, Flynn Group has also successfully completed an acquisition of 26 Applebee’s restaurants in Florida and Georgia from long-standing franchisee, Doherty Enterprises. With the acquisition, Flynn Group further strengthens its position as the world’s largest Applebee’s franchisee, now owning and operating more than 450 Applebee’s restaurants across 23 states. In addition to its domestic growth strategy, Flynn Group has also expanded internationally. Over the past year, the business has completed several strategic investments outside the U.S., which have elevated its influence in new markets and added even more depth to its portfolio of consumer facing franchise businesses.