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  • Johnny Rockets acquired by Sun Capital

    New York -- Johnny Rockets has been acquired by an affiliate of private-equity group Sun Capital Partners Inc. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

    Johnny Rockets operates about 300 corporate and franchise-owned hamburger restaurants in 30 states and 16 countries, including 17 Six Flags amusement park locations and 11 Royal Caribbean cruise ships.

  • Starbucks counts calories

    Seattle -- Starbucks Coffee Company will start including calorie information on menu boards in all U.S.-based corporate and licensed stores on June 25. The retailer will post calorie counts to accompany each beverage listed on the menu boards, as well as on tags to accompany food in the bakery case. All calorie counts will reflect the item as made by standard recipe and will not include potential extra calories resulting from whipped cream, different types of milk or sweetener, or other customer options.

  • Domino’s launches Pinterest program

    Ann Arbor, Mich. -- Domino’s is offering a new program called “Second Hand Logos” on Pinterest. Ten artists are using old materials featuring the old Domino’s logo, such as uniforms and signage, to create artwork which is displayed for sale on Domino’s Pinterest page. In addition to selling products, the Pinterest page will also provide updates on art projects and information on the artists. A separate dedicated e-commerce page will also bring visitors directly to the Domino’s Pinterest page.

  • UCR announces three new leases

    Houston -- United Commercial Realty Houston has announced three new leases for Houston-area centers:

    • Goody Goody Liquor will open a third Houston-area location at Copperfield Village Shopping Center this fall.
    • Pink’s Pizza has signed a deal for its fifth area location at the Cougar Den Plaza adjacent to the University of Houston’s central campus.
    • Affinity Veterinary will open a clinic at a center located at 19450 Katy Freeway in Houston.
  • Dunkin’ Donuts details new store design

    Canton, Mass. -- Dunkin’ Donuts provided highlights of its new store design, the brand's first in nearly seven years. The new layout and contemporary look maintains the brand's focus on helping people get in and get on their way, while incorporating new features to create a warm environment for guests who seek a longer, more relaxed visit.  Inviting seating areas include updated furniture and lighting, as well as convenient electrical outlets and bar top areas for smartphones and computers.

  • Fuddruckers to open new California location

    Fairfield, Calif. -- A Fuddruckers franchisee has acquired a 14,500-sq.-ft. property on the ring road of Solano Mall in Fairfield, Calif., according to Transwestern, the brokerage that represented the franchisee.

    A Chick-fil-A restaurant attached to the property will continue to operate without change.

     

  • Cameron Chase Village Center now 100% leased

    Ashburn, Va. -- Two new tenants have leased the last 3,500 sq. ft. available at Cameron Chase Village Center, according to The Rappaport Cos., the broker representing the landlord.

    Sharp Line Cuts Barber Shop took 1,400 sq. ft., and sit-down restaurant Sushi Noshi signed on for 2,100 sq. ft. Both plan to open in the fall.

     

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