Checkers and Rally’s Open New Location in Clarksville, Tennessee

Innovative Double Drive-Thru Burger Brand Continues Tennessee Expansion

April 01, 2026 // FranchisePR.com // CLARKSVILLE, Tenn.– Checkers and Rally’s, the iconic double drive-thru burger and fries brand known for its legendary taste, undeniable value, and game-changing innovation, continues its strategic Tennessee expansion with the opening of a new restaurant at 2719 Ft Campbell Blvd., in Clarksville. Opening on April 7, the location marks the brand’s 24th restaurant in the state and will be spearheaded by Ishwar Patel. This marks Patel’s first location with Checkers & Rally’s, further strengthening the brand’s footprint in the market.

Patel brings an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong focus on operations as he enters the Checkers & Rally’s system. As the owner and operator of the Clarksville restaurant, he will oversee day-to-day operations, build and lead a local team, and ensure guests receive a consistent and efficient dining experience. Patel looks forward to establishing the restaurant as a dependable destination for Clarksville residents while laying the groundwork for future growth.

“Checkers & Rally’s has built a strong reputation for delivering bold flavors and an efficient drive-thru model that resonates with today’s guests,” said Patel. “I’m proud to partner with a brand that prioritizes operational excellence and value while continuing to grow in dynamic markets like Clarksville.”

Checkers & Rally’s designs its restaurants to meet the needs of today’s on-the-go consumer. The brand’s signature double drive-thru layout streamlined kitchen configuration, and patio-focused footprint drive speed, efficiency, and strong unit-level performance. The company leverages technology and AI-driven tools to enhance the guest experience, optimize menu offerings, and support franchisees with a model built for operational simplicity and scalability. This approach continues to position Checkers & Rally’s as a compelling franchise opportunity with significant room for growth.

“We are pleased to welcome Patel and his team to Clarksville and are confident in their ability to successfully lead this new restaurant while building strong relationships within the community,” said Robert Bhagwandat, Senior Director of Franchise Development at Checkers Drive-In Restaurants. “Checkers & Rally’s continues to attract entrepreneurs who share our commitment to delivering bold flavors, exceptional value, and a strong guest experience. We look forward to supporting Patel as he introduces the brand to Clarksville and expands our presence in Tennessee.”

About Checkers & Rally’s
Based in Tampa, Fla., Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc., an iconic and innovative drive-thru restaurant chain known for its bold, craveable food, famous fries, exceptional value, and people-first attitude, operates and franchises both Checkers® and Rally’s® restaurants. With over 700 restaurants and room to grow, Checkers & Rally’s is a proven brand with flexible building formats that is aggressively expanding across the country. Checkers & Rally’s is dedicated to being a place where franchisees and employees who work hard can create opportunities for themselves, their families, and their communities. In recent years, the brand has earned several of the industry’s most prestigious awards, including Franchise Times Top 500, Entrepreneur Top 500, Franchise Business Review’s Top Franchises, Franchise Rock Star, and “Most Profitable Franchises” in 2024. The brand also earned recognition for its best-in-class training and education programs, winning four prestigious Brand Hall Group awards in 2024, and was named one of QSR’s Best Brands to Work For in 2025.

To learn more about Checkers & Rally’s franchise opportunities, visit checkersfranchising.com. For more information about Checkers & Rally’s, visit checkers.com.

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