{"id":278086,"date":"2026-05-20T13:46:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T13:46:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/278086\/"},"modified":"2026-05-20T13:46:09","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T13:46:09","slug":"fazolis-opens-first-double-drive-thru-in-tallahassee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/278086\/","title":{"rendered":"Fazoli\u2019s opens first double drive-thru in Tallahassee"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>FAT Brands (OTCMKTS:FATAQ) announced Fazoli\u2019s return to Tallahassee, Florida with its first-ever double drive-thru restaurant. The new unit supports Fazoli\u2019s Florida growth, joining a Plant City location opened in 2022 and a Kissimmee restaurant planned for later in 2026.<\/p>\n<p>FAT Brands owns 18 restaurant brands and over 2,200 units worldwide, while Fazoli\u2019s operates about 200 restaurants across 26 states.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n            Loading&#8230;&#13;\n          <\/p>\n<p>          Loading translation&#8230;<\/p>\n<p class=\"context-ai-disclaimer\">AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n      05\/20\/2026 &#8211; 09:05 AM&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p align=\"center\">Iconic Italian Chain Debuts Its First-Ever Double Drive-Thru Location<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">LOS ANGELES, May  20, 2026  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=TE8vy6P6COn_RjZJQtq_BnZFNm_gPnPon-9a_z-FcdB4be2gzXAjfT07XDoxYFs-zd-yvUq-vixU1l7OErK_gw==\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fazoli\u2019s<\/a>, the fast and fresh Italian chain owned by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=wFGSm7joqHtp1iAbN1vBLc2lHASt0M5H-IEJOJPGN7fBIu5YWurfo-M3tUki3C3PyVQlZg2NtXig97lo4mtM4Q==\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">FAT Brands<\/a>, is making its return to Tallahassee with the debut of its first-ever double drive-thru location. The new restaurant reinforces the brand\u2019s commitment to its growth in Florida, following a Plant City opening in 2022, with another location set to debut in Kissimmee later this year.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">\u201cWe\u2019re excited to return to Tallahassee, where the community has been eager to once again enjoy our high-quality pastas and unlimited breadsticks,\u201d said Gregg Nettleton, President of\u00a0Fazoli\u2019s. \u201cAdditionally, this location serves as the ideal setting to introduce our double drive-thru. As a longstanding differentiator in the quick-service Italian space, this enables us to further capitalize on that advantage and serve our fans fast and fresh food.\u201d<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Since 1988, Fazoli\u2019s has been committed to serving quality Italian food, fast, fresh and friendly. From unlimited hot breadsticks to freshly prepared pasta entrees, the chain prides itself on serving high-quality menu offerings, all at an affordable price.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">The new Fazoli\u2019s is located at 3122 Mahan Drive, Suite 1000, Tallahassee, FL 32308, and is open Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=TE8vy6P6COn_RjZJQtq_Bpd0F37iChkTKbu6eXftsLHa0pD2n0-BhcXWw-eiiSPPIAG73pOiLd8f5DFVZRHTKg==\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fazolis.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>About FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">FAT Brands (OTCMKTS: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stocktitan.net\/overview\/FATAQ\/\" title=\"View FATAQ stock overview\" class=\"symbol-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">FATAQ<\/a>) is a leading global franchising company that strategically acquires, markets and develops fast casual, casual and polished casual dining restaurant concepts around the world. The Company currently owns 18 restaurant brands: Round Table Pizza\u00ae, Fatburger, Marble Slab Creamery, Johnny Rockets, Fazoli\u2019s, Twin Peaks, Great American Cookies, Smokey Bones, Hot Dog on a Stick, Buffalo\u2019s Cafe &amp; Express, Hurricane Grill &amp; Wings, Native Grill &amp; Wings, Pretzelmaker, Elevation Burger, Yalla Mediterranean and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, and franchises and owns over 2,200 units worldwide. For more information on FAT Brands, please visit<a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=Bj_Z9BOusovz3OaTc_QnEIgXZ0w885SoFCWNiiZGwJxOIARXzbyN636D3org4cswcZczXPmZ9A8mm7e7CUx4kNQzNx7EdenyexJ5TmxBcps=\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> http:\/\/www.fatbrands.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">About Fazoli&#8217;s<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">For over 35 years, Fazoli\u2019s has been the go-to spot for Italian dining, offering an inviting atmosphere and convenient drive-thru experience, where families and friends can come together and \u2018Break Breadsticks with Us.&#8217; Fazoli&#8217;s owns and operates approximately 200 restaurants in 26 states, and prides itself on serving handcrafted Italian dishes at a great value, including its signature, craveable, unlimited breadsticks, freshly prepared pasta entrees, salads, pizza, and desserts. For more information, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=ZfXleCgTDBzSZnV9_dxUCAT6Njb3jTxI4J4Z57apPsDa8NVJPilvDWkLOJZAYCWSCzaHA4RODXq2Pmwgt2QgSAV-tavUZg-Chsnwf1TmVmA=\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.fazolis.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>MEDIA\u00a0CONTACT:<br \/>Erin Mandzik, FAT Brands<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=ZJrnbVsE506WWiggR_Ec_s2NBUyYppjmo3HXfRzTvbJ34Vip33qdSa379W97Pj3CBltwYAuPSk3CpJzJqeZXah3Szz4Sg2qkGTah_v6WuWA=\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">emandzik@fatbrands.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"># # #\u00a0<\/p>\n<p> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" class=\"__GNW8366DE3E__IMG\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ti.gif\"\/> <br \/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/FAT-Brands-Inc-.png\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n    &#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n    FAQ  &#13;\n  <\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        What did FAT Brands (FATAQ) announce about Fazoli\u2019s return to Tallahassee in May 2026?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          FAT Brands announced Fazoli\u2019s return to Tallahassee with its first-ever double drive-thru restaurant. According to FAT Brands, the new location at 3122 Mahan Drive expands Fazoli\u2019s Florida presence alongside existing and planned state locations.&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        Where is the new Fazoli\u2019s Tallahassee double drive-thru located and what are its hours?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          The new Fazoli\u2019s Tallahassee restaurant is at 3122 Mahan Drive, Suite 1000. According to Fazoli\u2019s, it operates 10:30 a.m.\u201310 p.m. Sunday\u2013Thursday and 10:30 a.m.\u201311 p.m. Friday\u2013Saturday, offering dine-in and drive-thru service.&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        How does the new Tallahassee location support Fazoli\u2019s Florida expansion under FAT Brands (FATAQ)?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          The Tallahassee opening supports Fazoli\u2019s ongoing Florida growth strategy. According to FAT Brands, it follows a Plant City debut in 2022 and precedes a planned Kissimmee location, enhancing the brand\u2019s regional footprint and guest access.&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        How many restaurant brands and units does FAT Brands (FATAQ) operate worldwide?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          FAT Brands operates 18 restaurant brands and franchises or owns over 2,200 units worldwide. According to FAT Brands, its portfolio includes concepts like Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Johnny Rockets and Fazoli\u2019s across multiple service segments and geographies.&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        How large is the Fazoli\u2019s restaurant system owned by FAT Brands (FATAQ)?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          Fazoli\u2019s owns and operates approximately 200 restaurants across 26 U.S. states. According to Fazoli\u2019s, the brand focuses on handcrafted Italian dishes, unlimited breadsticks and convenient drive-thru service, positioning it as a family-friendly quick-service Italian concept.&#13;\n        <\/p>\n<p>    &#13;<br \/>\n  &#13;<\/p>\n<p>        What is unique about the new Fazoli\u2019s Tallahassee restaurant for FAT Brands (FATAQ)?<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n          The Tallahassee restaurant is Fazoli\u2019s first location featuring a double drive-thru. 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