FAT Brands (NASDAQ:FAT) is a global restaurant franchising company that owns and operates a diversified portfolio of quick-service and casual dining concepts. The company’s business model centers on acquiring established restaurant brands and expanding their reach through franchise relationships, corporate-owned locations and strategic partnerships. FAT Brands focuses on leveraging centralized support services—such as marketing, real estate, supply chain and technology infrastructure—to drive growth and profitability across its portfolio.
The company’s primary brands include Fatburger, a California-style burger chain known for its made-to-order hamburgers; Johnny Rockets, an American diner concept famed for its retro ambiance and milkshakes; Hurricane Grill & Wings, which specializes in wings with a variety of sauces and tropical ribs; Round Table Pizza, celebrated for its premium pizzas and “premium” crust; Elevation Burger, an organic, grass-fed burger franchise; and Twin Peaks, a sports-lodge concept offering made-from-scratch food and craft beverages. Through these varied concepts, FAT Brands seeks to address multiple segments of the U.S. and international casual dining market.
The origins of FAT Brands trace back to the founding of Fatburger in Los Angeles in 1952, with the corporate structure evolving in recent years through a series of acquisitions and consolidations. Since its public listing in 2020, FAT Brands has completed several high-profile acquisitions, including Johnny Rockets and Hurricane Grill & Wings. In 2022, the company added Round Table Pizza and Twin Peaks to its holdings, significantly expanding its footprint in both the fast-casual and full-service segments. These strategic moves have reinforced the company’s goal of becoming a leading global franchisor in the restaurant industry.
Headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, FAT Brands serves over 50 countries across North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America through a mix of franchise and corporate locations. The company is led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Carl Hui, with Michael Meyer serving as Chief Financial Officer. Under their guidance, FAT Brands continues to pursue brand expansion, digital innovation and operational excellence to support its long-term growth strategy.
