South of the Border: Top Mexican Franchise
Winner: Hot Head Burritos Finalists: Qdoba and Surcheros When Ray Wiley founded Hot Head Burritos in 2007, he brought with... Read More
Franchise Update Magazine – Issue I, 2026
"Trust your instincts sooner, and don't wait for permission to lead." Read More
Valentine’s Day 2026: Best Restaurant Deals and Specials
Hot Head Burritos is showing its rewards members some love this Valentine’s Day with a special promotion: two bowls and... Read More
Super Bowl 2026 deals wings, pizza and more for your big game party
Hot Head Burritos: Get 10% off all catering orders for Super Bowl Sunday. Read More
Why Simpler Restaurant Decisions Lead to Higher Profit
Running a restaurant today can feel overwhelming. Rising labor costs, food inflation, tech overload, and constant pressure to “do more”... Read More
Super Bowl Deals from Leading Restaurant Brands
Hot Head Burritos is bringing the heat to football’s biggest game with 10% off all catering orders. Whether you’re feeding... Read More
The Discipline of Running a Business Between Code and Customers
Peter Wiley grew up working in the restaurant industry, waiting tables at 12 years old in Skyline Chilis his family... Read More
14 Mexican chain restaurants that are taking over the US
Hot Head Burritos focuses on one thing above all: Providing its customers with great-tasting food. This has led the Ohio-based... Read More
Hot Head Burritos marks 2025 with record growth
Hot Head Burritos enters 2026 with sustained momentum following a year of steady expansion, product breakthroughs and digital investments designed... Read More
Building My Hot Head Burritos Franchise: A Veteran’s Story
I didn’t originally understand the connection between military service and franchising — at first, it seemed like two completely different... Read More
315 Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 315 Blending Technology and Flavor: The Rise of Hot Head Burritos
What happens when a Midwest burrito chain masterfully blends marketing technology with a menu of 16 diverse sauces? The answer... Read More
Industry News for November 15, 2025
Hot Head Burritos Expands Catering + Delivery Capabilities with DoorDash & Fooda With first party delivery and catering emerging as... Read More
The Art and Science Behind Site Selection
Site selection for restaurant franchises has come a long way from counting cars and going with their gut. Now, while... Read More
Top 400 2025 – #397
With burritos wrapped in bright red foil, Hot Head first appeared in Kettering, Ohio, in 2007 and began franchising two... Read More
Jeff’s Bagel Run, HugerRush talk tech, strategy on Restaurant Operator Podcast
The episode also features an interview with Harris, who will moderate a separate panel, "Tech-Driven Franchise Growth: Leveraging Innovation for... Read More
Catering Programs Are Giving Hot Head Burritos a Sales Boost
America’s love affair with lunchtime burritos is no secret. Walk past any random cubicle at noon and chances are good... Read More
QSR’s 16 Best Franchise Deals for 2025
In an era of economic headwinds and shifting consumer demands, this year’s Best Franchise Deals spotlights brands that combine resilience,... Read More
Hot Head Burritos location officially opens on Elida Road in Lima
LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) - Hot Head Burritos, a Dayton-based chain, is expanding its reach across Northwest Ohio. Founded in 2007,... Read More
The 50 QSR Contenders for 2025
From legacy chains to rising upstarts, here’s a look at 50 brands ready to break through in the coming years.... Read More
Restaurant Franchise News from Keke’s Breakfast Cafe, Biscuit Belly, Eggs Up Grill, and More!
This new store continues a series of openings for Hot Head Burritos as the brand spreads into high-traffic, strategic markets... Read More
Lexington’s newest Kroger Marketplace set to open next month
An online proposed site map show a Jimmy Johns, Little Caesars, Tire Discounters, Shell, standalone Starbucks, Hot Heads Burritos and... Read More
Hot Head Burritos Celebrated Its Auburn Debut on July 8
Auburn, IN (RestaurantNews.com) Hot Head Burritos strengthened its presence in the Hoosier State with the grand opening of its newest... Read More
Former 3 Rivers Distillery to become The Compound culinary hub in Fort Wayne
Hot Head Burritos opened last week at 521 7th St. in Auburn, marking the chain’s ninth Indiana location. Franchisee James... Read More
Hot Head Burritos opens in Auburn
AUBURN — Hot Head Burritos opened its newest location Tuesday at 521 W. 7th St. in Auburn. According to its... Read More
Hot Head Burritos Names Champion as Agency of Record for Franchise Development and Public Relations
Dayton, OH (RestaurantNews.com) Hot Head Burritos, the popular fast-casual concept known for its fresh, bold flavors and customizable burritos, bowls... Read More
The Burrito Balancing the Scoville Scale
Given the name, it’s no surprise that fast casual Hot Head Burritos strives to score high on the Scoville scale.... Read More
Three generations of success: How this family’s Hot Head Burritos franchise is thriving
In this week’s installment of Franchisee Spotlight, we spoke with Ed Newsome, who owns seven Subway, Hot Head Burritos, and... Read More
Hot Head Burritos Drives Momentum with Unit Growth, New Deals, and Menu Innovation
With the first half of the year in the books, Hot Head Burritos is maintaining rapid growth, backed by new... Read More
Father, Son, Franchisees: Building a Business and Bonds Across Generations
Franchising has always been about more than profit. For me, it’s about people — and more specifically, my family. My... Read More
Hot Head Burritos Expands in Indiana with New Bluffton Restaurant– Source: Franchising.com
Conveniently located just up the road from the downtown area, the restaurant is owned by Bill Stose, who opened his... Read More
Qu Named Only “Excellent” POS in DoorDash’s New Preferred Integrations Program
Restaurants using Qu's direct DSP integrations have already seen the difference. One national fast-casual brand, Hot Head Burritos, increased its... Read More
New Restaurant Menu Offerings from Sunny Street Café, Rodizio Grill, Pizza Inn, and More!
This seasonal favorite brings the aloha spirit with grilled chicken, juicy pineapple and the brand’s signature Sweet Habanero sauce, a... Read More
Hot Head Burritos Brings a Taste of Paradise With Hawaiian-Inspired Summer Items
Dayton, OH (RestaurantNews.com) Hot Head Burritos is celebrating summer with an island-inspired feature – the Hawaiian Burrito and Bowl. This... Read More
New Jersey’s newest burrito chain challenges Bubbakoo’s and Chipotle’s grip on the Garden State
Hot Head Burritos will officially enter the New Jersey market with five new locations planned across Middlesex, Somerset, and Hudson... Read More
Fresh Flavors Alert: New Releases from Chick-fil-A, Bojangles, and More
‘Cinco de Montho’ is up at Hot Head Burritos this month with a branded game that they created in partnership... Read More
Michael Rigdon & Tim Kolenda – Hot Head Burritos
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Cinco De Mayo Month at Hot Head Burritos
The team with Hot Head Burritos discusses their continued Cinco De Mayo Celebration with scratch-off tickets! Featuring a possible trip... Read More
Hot Head Burritos and Flarie Team Up to Launch New Branded Game for ‘Cinco de Montho’
Dayton, OH (RestaurantNews.com) Hot Head Burritos is celebrating ‘Cinco de Montho’ with a fresh twist – a branded game created... Read More
Hot Head Burritos Announces New Jersey Expansion
Hot Head Burritos (Website) is preparing to enter the New Jersey market with plans to open five locations across the... Read More
39 Cinco de Mayo food and drink deals for a freebie fiesta
Hot Head Burritos rewards members can earn 5x rewards points on Cinco de Mayo when they check in or order... Read More
Burrito chain to open first NJ restaurants in Somerset, Middlesex counties
A fast-casual burrito chain known for customizable burritos and 16 sauces is planning to open its first New Jersey restaurants... Read More
Hot Head Burritos blazes into New Jersey with a flavorful expansion
RSRN Hospitality has teamed up with Hot Head Burritos and, like the boldness of their sauce, plans to open five... Read More
Cinco de Mayo 2025: Best Restaurant Deals and Discounts
To celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Hot Head Burritos is rewarding loyalty members with five times the points when they check... Read More
Hot Head Burritos Signs 5-Unit Deal in New Jersey
In a move that continues its nationwide growth, Hot Head Burritos has inked a deal with RSRN Hospitality to open... Read More
29 Best Food Deals This Week, from Taco Bell to KFC
Hot Head Burritos is running a Scratch Off Ticket promotion between April 28 — June 1. During this time, customers... Read More
Dayton fast-casual Mexican chain Hot Head Burritos reports strong Q1 2025, meeting expansion goals
The first quarter of 2025 saw more than just the usual heat coming from this Dayton-born burrito chain. Hot Head... Read More
Real Estate, Real Impact: Why Women Should Lead in Restaurant Development
When people think about restaurant success, they often focus on food quality, service or marketing. But there’s another factor that... Read More
Hot Head Burritos Enters 2025 with Growth Momentum
Hot Head Burritos entered 2025 with strong momentum, advancing its growth strategy through new restaurant openings, nationwide industry recognition and... Read More
Franchising with a Female Perspective: Why More Women Should Own Restaurants
The foodservice industry is a powerhouse of opportunities. While men continue to dominate ownership and leadership roles in the restaurant... Read More
9 National Burrito Day Deals and Freebies
Holy guacamole! National Burrito Day is Thursday, April 3! No matter how you roll — chicken, steak, shrimp or beans... Read More
Empowering Women in Franchising: Leadership, Resilience, and Innovation with Kelly Gray of Hot Head Burritos
In this episode of Fast Casual, host Miranda Copjec speaks with Kelly Gray, VP and Co-Owner of Hot Head Burritos,... Read More
Cookin’ Fort Wayne fundraiser to offer bites of local favorites, raise money for Ronald McDonald House
Celebrate National Burrito Day on Thursday. Hot Head Burritos, which has a location at 3120 St. Joe Center Road, is... Read More
First-Party Delivery and Kiosks Are Expected To Grow in 2025
The unified restaurant platform Qu has been publishing a State of Digital Report for six years now, based on the... Read More
St. Patrick’s Day Deals Houston 2025 – 60 Verified Food and Drink Specials
Brave the heat this St. Patrick’s Day! Hot Head Burritos introduces the Spicy Irishman, a fiery burrito loaded with ghost... Read More
Women in the Lead 2025: Spotlighting 21 fast casual leaders
At Hot Head Burritos, we have always embraced a diverse workforce and franchisee community — a commitment that will never... Read More
Hot Head Burritos Levels Up Steak with New Flavor
Hot Head Burritos is taking its signature Steak Power Bowl to the next level with a bold new marinade crafted... Read More
Super Bowl 2025: Fast-Food Restaurant Specials and Discounts
Hot Head Burritos is turning up the heat for Super Bowl LIX watch parties. Through Feb. 9, guests get up... Read More
Restaurant Franchise News from Hot Head Burritos, East Coast Wings + Grill, Ruby Slipper, and More!
Midwest’s favorite burrito brand celebrates catering success, franchise expansion and crave-worthy new menu options Read More
Hot Head Burritos Plans Six New Locations in 2025
Hot Head Burritos, a fast-casual concept known for customizable burritos, bowls and tacos, plans to add six locations in the... Read More
Sharp Real Estate Strategy Is Steering Growth at Hot Head Burritos
Kelly Gray knows the risks and rewards of site selection. “It’s really paying attention to all the little details of... Read More
Hot Head Burritos Sizzles in 2024, Looks Ahead to Continued Success
Dayton, OH (RestaurantNews.com) Hot Head Burritos, the fast-casual concept known for its fresh, bold flavors and customizable burritos, bowls and... Read More
Hot Head Burritos Eyes More Growth in 2025
Hot Head Burritos, the fast-casual concept known for its fresh, bold flavors and customizable burritos, bowls and tacos, is building... Read More
14 Mexican Chain Restaurants That Are Taking Over The US
While Mexican food has been found across the United States for generations, it's fair to say that it's never been... Read More