Carrols Restaurant Group

Carrols Restaurant Group is an American franchising company that operates fast food restaurant chains such as Burger King and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen. The company is headquartered in Syracuse, New York and is one of the largest restaurant companies in the United States.

History

Carrols Restaurant Group was founded in 1960 by Herbert Slotnick. The company initially operated as a Carrols fast food chain in the United States, but later expanded its operations to include other brands. In 1975, Carrols Restaurant Group became a franchisee of Burger King, and in 2012, it became the largest Burger King franchisee in the United States.

Operations

As of 2021, Carrols Restaurant Group operates over 1,000 restaurants in 23 states. The company's primary brands are Burger King and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen. Carrols Restaurant Group also operates a small number of Taco Cabana and Pollo Tropical restaurants.

Financials

Carrols Restaurant Group is a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange. The company's revenue primarily comes from its restaurant operations, but it also earns income from franchising fees and royalties.

See also

• List of food companies
• List of fast food restaurant chains