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Charlotte, N.C. (March 4, 2025) – Foundry Commercial is pleased to announce its engagement as tenant representative to assist Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ with the selection and lease negotiations for multiple new restaurant locations slated for opening in 2025. Foundry Commercial has facilitated lease agreements for three Crave locations, set to open throughout 2025 in San Antonio, TX; Louisville, KY; and Texarkana, Texas. Additionally, Foundry will identify prime sites across multiple states for further expansion later in the year.
“Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ has built a winning franchise model that appeals to families, food lovers, and investors,” said Rhett Batanides, Vice President of Retail Brokerage at Foundry Commercial. “Co-founders Samantha and Sal Rincione bring deep franchise experience and a flexible ‘plug-and-play’ system, setting Crave up for major growth. As a fellow Veteran, I also appreciate working with Sal—we once defended freedom, and now we help others achieve their American Dream.”
Originally launched as a brick-and-mortar concept, Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ quickly gained traction and expanded into its food truck model as well as its express model into big box retailers. With a menu featuring 100% all-beef hot dogs, delectable BBQ dishes, and their famed self-pour beer wall, Crave offers something for everyone. Many locations also include axe-throwing lanes and other games, making Crave a destination for parties, date nights, company events, and family outings.
“When we launched Crave, our vision was to create a welcoming, family-friendly space where guests could enjoy great food and a unique experience,” said Sal Rincione. “It’s been incredibly rewarding to see the enthusiasm from our customers and franchisees alike, and we’re excited to partner with Foundry Commercial to bring Crave to even more communities across the U.S.”
A veteran-owned franchise, Crave is proud to have over 80% of its franchisees comprised of veterans or active-duty service members. The brand has earned industry recognition by FastCasual.com, ranking among the Top 100 Movers & Shakers for the past five consecutive years, while cofounder and CEO, Samantha Rincione, was named a Top 25 executive.
Crave’s ideal restaurant locations range from 2,400 to 3,500 square feet. Those interested in leasing opportunities are encouraged to contact Rhett Batanides at rhett.batanides@foundrycommercial.com. For more information about Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ, visit iwantcrave.com.