Case Study: Restaurant Franchise Tenant Representation

Front entrance of a restaurant with outdoor patio

Tenant Representation: Restaurant Franchise

Key Information

Client: Kazi’s Spot
Location: Bethlehem, PA

Overview

A restaurant owner and entrepreneur was exploring expansion opportunities in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley markets. NAI Summit was selected as the real estate brokerage partner by the regional franchise operator of Manhattan Bagel, Kazi’s Spot, and other local restaurant concepts to support the strategic expansion of its portfolio.

The client’s goal was to balance quick expansion for their in-demand fast-casual restaurants with long-term stability.

The client had clearly defined requirements for restaurant size, customer demographics, and trade area. They relied on NAI Summit to identify qualified locations, provide market data and strategic insights, and streamline the site selection process so ownership could remain focused on operating and growing the business.

Results

Working closely with the Jenn Kennedy Team, the client received almost daily communications as they actively pursued new availabilities on- and off-market.

The brokers analyzed demographics, market conditions, and restaurant activity in the region to provide ownership with the insights needed to make informed investment decisions.

The latest franchise location opened its doors in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Together they have launched 2 franchise locations in the greater Lehigh Valley market, 1 location in the Philadelphia market, with others in negotiation.