Fazoli’s, America’s only elevated QSR Italian chain, announced today the signing of a multi-unit deal with new franchisees, Impact Hospitality Group. In addition to acquiring two existing locations in Columbia, South Carolina, the group also has plans to develop five additional restaurants in and around the Columbia area over the next few years, with the first location slated to open in 2019.

“As we look back on the success Fazoli’s has achieved in 2018, and ahead to the many exciting initiatives and campaigns we have in place for 2019, we are thrilled to be welcoming an esteemed group of franchisees like Impact Hospitality Group to help us make those plans a reality,” said Carl Howard, President and Chief Executive Officer of Fazoli’s. “Being able to attract this level of talent to the brand continues to speak volumes to the momentum and trajectory of the company. We look forward to the heights this group is capable of taking the Fazoli’s brand in the coming years.”