Love & Honey Fried Chicken Targets Pennsylvania for Statewide Franchise Expansion Following South Philly Opening

Love & Honey Fried Chicken is embarking on a franchise expansion throughout Pennsylvania, following its recent establishment in South Philadelphia. The brand aims to build on its initial success by targeting additional markets including Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Love & Honey is particularly interested in partnering with seasoned operators who can share its vision of providing exceptional dining experiences characterized by quality food and community engagement.

In her statement, Co-Founder and CEO Laura Lyons emphasized the significance of Pennsylvania in the brand's narrative, indicating, "We believe there is significant opportunity to bring that same quality, warmth, and sense of community to more cities across the state.” Love & Honey's business model focuses on its chef-driven approach, featuring hand-dredged fried chicken and scratch-made sauces, which has resonated well with customers in its primary market of Philadelphia.

The brand defines its target franchise partners as experienced single- and multi-unit operators, aligning with its strategy of thoughtful and steady growth. President Geoff Goodman highlighted the importance of franchisees who grasp that successful expansion extends beyond mere restaurant openings: “It is about delivering consistently great food, creating an experience that makes people feel welcome, and becoming a meaningful part of the community.”