“We have room for at least 10 more” in the Dayton region, Kim said.
>> Giordano's sets opening date for its 1st Dayton-area deep-dish pizza restaurant
The fast-food chain’s franchise director said he is “talking with some prospective franchisees” who would scout out potential locations for new restaurants.
Tampa, Florida-based Checkers & Rally’s Restaurants Inc. operates 876 restaurants nationwide, about 250 of which are corporate-owned, and has opened on average 50 new restaurants each year for the last four years, Kim said.
>> Donut Palace puts unique twist on chocolate-glazed donuts — and customers approve
“We’re now looking for franchise-driven growth,” he said.
And Rally’s isn’t intimidated by competition, its franchise development director said.
>> Sub shop closes, but business is 'great' at local chain's 9 other stores, founder says
“We are proud of our identity, and we are proud of our niche in the market,” Kim said. “Our niche has been the value category. We compete with the Taco Bells and the White Castles.”
>> Payless ShoeSource to close all 2,300 stores
“We don’t do breakfast. We’re all about lunch, dinner and late-night. For $5, you will get more food from Rally’s than from anyone else.”
About the Author