Legendary Restaurant Brands, the parent company of Bennigan’s, Bennigan’s On The Fly and Steak and Ale, is announcing three exciting franchise opportunities tailor-made for today’s aspiring or accomplished restaurant owners and investors. Designed to empower entrepreneurs by offering proven and compelling franchise models, Legendary Restaurant Brands equips operators to control their destinies while leveraging strong demand, built-in loyalty and comprehensive franchise support.
Bennigan’s, the brand renowned for its chef-driven American cuisine coupled with Irish hospitality, offers a vibrant and high-energy dining experience with robust franchise opportunities. Known for signature menu items like the World Famous Monte Cristo, it taps into the emotional connection many guests have with its nostalgic, full-service restaurant experience. The brand is well-positioned to capitalize on global demand and its long-standing customer loyalty, providing franchisees with a proven and time-tested opportunity in the casual dining space.
Bennigan’s On The Fly gives guests a more flexible, hybrid franchise concept designed for smaller, high-traffic locations. Offering Bennigan’s signature favorites in a compact footprint, this model is ideal for non-traditional venues, including host kitchens, retail spaces and licensed locations. The twist on the brand’s name denotes a perfect fit for airports. With an emphasis on quality, convenience and meeting modern consumer needs, Bennigan’s On The Fly is a great option for entrepreneurs looking to try something a little less traditional with their investment while still tapping into the strong brand recognition and reputation of Bennigan’s.
Steak and Ale, the iconic steakhouse with the world-famous salad bar, has made a dramatic comeback offering premium quality steaks in a family-friendly atmosphere. Positioned as a leader in the affordable steakhouse market, this “new-stalgic” brand offers a unique opportunity for franchisees to tap into the growing demand for value-driven dining. With limited competition in its category, Steak and Ale is recognized as one of the best comeback stories of 2024, making it an appealing choice for those interested in the steakhouse segment.
“With a renewed focus on improving the business climate and easing regulations, these franchise formats — full-service, hybrid, and casual steakhouse — ensure adaptability,” said Paul Mangiamele, founder and CEO of Legendary Restaurant Brands. “By offering proven business models, we’re empowering franchisees to realize their personal vision of the American Dream. Whether it’s Bennigan’s, Bennigan’s On The Fly, or Steak and Ale, we’re ready to help more entrepreneurs create long term success while delivering on the strong value proposition that attracts today’s motivated business owners.”
Legendary Restaurant Brands is building remarkable momentum with several exciting developments: a multi-store Steak and Ale project in the Florida Panhandle, a 30-location Bennigan’s expansion in partnership with Franklin Junction, and a new Bennigan’s in Little Rock, Arkansas with franchise partner Roy Arnold. And this is just the beginning! For more information about Legendary Restaurant Brands, visit LegendaryRestaurantBrands.com.
Legendary Restaurant Brands owns the iconic Bennigan’s and Steak and Ale brands – the pioneers of casual dining. Bennigan’s is a high-energy neighborhood full-service restaurant redefining and leading casual dining again. With chef-driven food, innovative drinks, and warm, friendly Irish hospitality, this Legendary brand delivers memorable and experiential dining experiences to every guest. It offers its franchise partners a business model capable of compelling returns on investment. The polished, fast-casual brand Bennigan’s On The Fly was designed for non-traditional venues, including hotels, or as a delivery-only virtual model operated from an existing commercial kitchen. Steak and Ale is truly the ‘American Original’ that has made its triumphant return and is already generating keen global interest. This new generation of Steak and Ale has been redefined as a 21st-century polished-casual concept that now sets the standard for affordable, high perceived value, family-friendly steakhouses.
To join the Legendary franchise family, visit LegendaryRestaurantBrands.com or call 800.804.5049.
