Multi-Unit Eggs Up Grill Franchisee Doubles Down, Signs Deal for Six Restaurants in Charlotte, N.C.

August 23, 2024, SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Eggs Up Grill, a rapidly expanding breakfast, brunch and lunch concept, has signed a six-location development agreement with Conley McIntyre for the Charlotte, N.C. market, plus one additional restaurant in Travelers Rest. S.C., for a total of seven. The agreement is part of Eggs Up Grill’s rapid new restaurant growth as it is quickly becoming the largest franchised, full-service better breakfast concept in the U.S. marketplace. McIntyre also owns six Eggs Up Grill restaurants in South Carolina; his first location in the Charlotte metropolitan area will open later this year in Monroe County. He will own a total of 13 restaurants once development is complete.

“The greatest testament we can ask for is when existing franchisees continue to invest and believe in the power of the Eggs Up Grill brand,” said CEO Ricky Richardson. “Conley is an award-winning, influential, humble and loyal franchisee who embodies the spirit of our brand and culture and we are proud to have him leading our growth in Charlotte.”

McIntrye joined the Eggs Up Grill brand eight years ago when he combined forces with his mother, who owned a franchise in Greenville, S.C. After her retirement, he purchased the location and has continued to grow the brand throughout the Upstate of South Carolina. His restaurants are the fastest-growing in the Eggs Up Grill system; one of many reasons he says he chose to expand.

“This next phase of growth for me is really just the beginning of what I plan to accomplish with Eggs Up Grill, and I am honored to be on the ground floor of driving that momentum in the Carolinas,” said McIntyre. “To be honest, I just love going to work every day. I love the brand, the breakfast space, the hours and that our growth potential is limitless.”

McIntyre spends a lot of time in Charlotte, N.C. with his family as he is a diehard Carolina Panthers and Charlotte Hornets fan, which is one reason why the market was a perfect fit. He also says the level of support he receives from his franchisor made the decision very easy.

“Anything I ever need; they are right there. The franchisor support I receive from Ricky and the team is second to none.”

With locations across the Carolinas, Georgia, Florida, Virginia, Tennessee, Alabama, Texas and Mississippi, Eggs Up Grill offers a rewarding experience for guests and franchise partners alike. The Brand is known for its uniquely friendly service, great tasting products and compelling value. There are more than 100 Eggs Up Grills under development or committed to open over the next decade. Eggs Up Grill is quickly becoming the largest franchised, full-service better breakfast concept in the U.S. marketplace.

About Eggs Up Grill
Founded in Pawleys Island, S.C., Eggs Up Grill has been serving smiles for more than 25 years. The aromas of freshly brewed coffee, savory bacon and hand-cracked, farm-fresh eggs and juicy burgers on the griddle, and warm, attentive service make you feel right at home. We are “neighbors serving neighbors” daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a full menu of breakfast, brunch and lunch from open to close. Eggs Up Grill’s business model creates smiles for our Franchise Partners as well. Ranked as the No. 1 breakfast franchise by Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® three years in a row, Eggs Up Grill is experiencing record growth and is seeking both experienced and first-time franchise partners. The Brand has 81 locations in operation, with more than 100 under development or committed to open this decade. For more information, visit eggsupgrillfranchise.com.

SOURCE Eggs Up Grill