RISING STORIES

After decades of quietly building something extraordinary, Rise Up Restaurants has officially taken the stage. On September 25th, leaders from across the company gathered for a historic Pep Rally : a high-energy, culture-driven event that marked the first time our mission and vision were shared across both brands, all teams, and all leaders. For years, our identity has been lived out in action: the relentless drive of our Wingstop teams, the pride of our Pizza Patrón teams, a

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Last year, Rise Up Restaurants proudly secured the #61 spot in the Franchise Times  “Restaurant 200” ranking. This year, we’ve taken...

At Rise Up Restaurants, we believe success is built one moment, one meal, and one team member at a time. That’s why we’re honored to be...

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We’re fired up to announce the grand opening of our brand-new Pizza Patrón restaurant on North Lamar and Rundberg, right in the heart of Austin, Texas!

Wing Stop, the hot wings chain ubiquitous in Texas, will open a new location in Austin/Manor, according to recent public records. The...

Wing Stop is expanding its Texas presence with a new Round Rock location slated for a June 2024 opening, overseen by its largest franchisee, Charles Loflin. Loflin's ambitious drive to be the system's top performer, coupled with his strong team, underpins this latest expansion.

Pizza Patrón is bringing back the love — and the slices — with another round of its “Pizza with a Purpose” initiative in partnership with the Alamo Colleges Foundation. After a wildly successful first event that saw a 36% increase in transactions, Pizza Patrón is once again putting community first.

Pizza Patrón is stepping into a bold new chapter with the appointment of its first Chief Operations Officer, Guy Carney — former Director of Restaurant Openings at CAVA. Based at their San Antonio headquarters, Carney will help guide the company’s expansion strategy as it grows its presence across Texas and Arizona. With 82 locations already thriving, Pizza Patrón is gearing up to sign deals for 160 more in the next five years.

San Antonio’s Pizza Boss is turning 20 — and they’re throwing a celebration as bold as their Latin-inspired pies! On Saturday, October 28th, Pizza Patrón invites the entire community to the Fredericksburg Rd location for a family-friendly fiesta packed with flavor, fun, and local pride.

Get ready for a flavor explosion! Pizza Patrón and Tajín® have teamed up to deliver a bold, mouthwatering wing experience with their one-of-a-kind Tajín Wings — a fusion of chili, lime, and sea salt that’s been spicing things up since early 2023. Just in time for National Chicken Wing Day, San Antonio fans can celebrate with a special treat: a free mini Tajín Clásico Seasoning with every Tajín Wings order, while supplies last.

Pizza Patrón is serving up more than just delicious slices — it’s dishing out support for San Antonio’s college students. On Wednesday, May 17, all San Antonio locations of Pizza Patrón will donate 20% of their sales to the Alamo Colleges Foundation’s Student Impact Fund. This one-day event helps provide emergency financial aid so students can stay in school and complete their degrees.

SAN ANTONIO - Pizza Patron invites the community to celebrate their 20th anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 28. Join the party on Saturday at Pizza Patrón from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The celebration will kick off with unveiling the 20th-anniversary pizza box design winner and handing them the winning check. San Antonio guitarist, Chris Perez will also be at the event meeting guests and 210 lucky guests will be given the opportunity to interact and take photos with Perez. Pizza Patron

Corpus Christi is getting fired up — Pizza Patrón is officially opening its doors at 4918 Ayers Street with a flavor-packed grand opening celebration on April 29th! From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests can enjoy live entertainment, family fun, and exclusive new pies made with Grammy Award-winner Chris Perez’s award-winning Perez Pepper Sauce. These limited-edition pizzas are only available at the Corpus location and bring serious heat to the menu.

Corpus Christi, get ready for a fresh slice of something new! Pizza Patrón is officially opening its first location in the Coastal Bend at 4918 Ayers Street, serving up a flavorful mix of classic pies and Latin-inspired favorites. Known for its bold takes like the Choriqueso pizza—topped with chorizo, Chihuahua cheese, spicy crema, and Maíz crust—this San Antonio-based pizzeria is bringing serious flavor to the local food scene.

Wing Stop is set to expand its Texas presence with a new Leander location in 2023, driven by the ambition of its largest single franchisee, Charles Loflin. Loflin's unwavering commitment to excellence and his team's capabilities underpin his goal to be the best franchisee in the Wingstop system.

Get ready, downtown San Antonio — real fresh and real flavor have officially arrived! Pizza Patrón, known for its bold Latin-inspired pies and classic pizza favorites, has opened its first downtown location on San Pedro Avenue. To celebrate, the first 86 guests on opening day (March 6) will score a free 5-Meat Carnes personal pizza — a nod to the brand’s 1986 founding. Plus, enjoy free delivery for the first six weeks!

This World Pizza Makers Day, Pizza Patrón in Kyle is serving up more than just slices — they're serving gratitude. On Tuesday, October 25, 2022, the team is celebrating by giving back to the city’s first responders with free lunch deliveries to local fire and police stations. It’s their way of saying thank you to the everyday heroes who keep the community safe.

Pizza Patrón Helps Throw Pizza Parties for “Nurses Who Rock” Thanking Phoenix’s Frontline Healthcare Workers for their Heroic Efforts (Phoenix, AZ.), May 8, 2020 – Nurses around the Phoenix area are enjoying pizza parties from Pizza Patrón as part of the “Nurses Who Rock” initiative, in collaboration with Campesina Radio and Blue Cross Blue Shield. The first Pizza Patron pizza party recipient was nurse Jessica Portillos (pictured) to thank her for her dedicated service. More