Graze Craze®, the nation's largest charcuterie franchise, has announced a remarkable performance for the first half of 2026, reporting a 65% increase in same-store sales compared to the same period in 2025. The company closed the second quarter with its 20th consecutive quarter of positive growth, a milestone that underscores the brand's strong franchise system, increasing consumer demand, and commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Between January and June 2026, Graze Craze opened 23 new locations, including its first in Louisiana, while expanding its presence in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Canada. Today, the brand has more than 130 locations open and operating and expects to reach 150 locations by the end of the year. The company also maintains a strong development pipeline, with 42 locations in development across the U.S. and signed Master License Agreements to expand into Guyana and England, further accelerating its domestic and international growth.
“Our continued growth reflects a shift in how people think about catering, and we're having a lot of fun leading that change,” said Cory Hibbard, President of Graze Craze. “It's been exciting to watch people embrace charcuterie and see it become a staple from business meetings to birthday parties and everything in between.”
As consumer demand for elevated, convenient catering continues to grow, Graze Craze is expanding its menu with new offerings throughout the remainder of the year. Seasonal favorites like the Game Day Board and Holiday Board will return alongside the debut of Sandwich Trays made with Boar's Head® premium meats and cheeses, making it easier than ever to curate the perfect catering experience.
Graze Craze is a part of United Franchise Group™ (UFG), the global leader for entrepreneurs with four decades of franchising experience. In the first half of this year, United Franchise Group affiliated brands opened 105 new locations, signed 148 individual franchise agreements plus 7 development agreements for 19 additional locations, and granted 10 separate Master License agreements to Master Partners globally.
For more information about Graze Craze, its locations and offerings, visit www.GrazeCraze.com. To learn more about international franchise opportunities with Graze Craze, visit www.grazecrazefranchise.com.
