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Shoney’s restaurants are changing with the times, updating and refreshing a beloved family brand with a great new menu and plenty of old favorites. We’ve got a new look and, in select locations, a full bar with wine, beer and cocktails. We’re growing fast and expanding across the US and internationally. If you’re interested in learning more about an exciting franchise opportunity packed with potential for your ongoing success, scroll down and contact us today!

An American Icon That’s Making an Impact

Shoney’s has made an impact on America for over 70 years – and now we’re better than ever!

“Shoney’s gave me the opportunity to work my way up and live the American dream. I have a passion and love for the Shoney’s brand and the direction it’s headed in because of the support that Shoney’s offers. Shoney’s has instilled in me the characteristics to be driven, determined, and to leave a legacy.”

Eric & Patrice Ashford, Franchisees since 2005

“I started out with one restaurant and very little experience in the industry. Help is always just a phone call away. I now own three Shoney’s that are all doing well, and I owe much of my success to the training and help that I received from Shoney’s. You don’t need to have years and years of restaurant experience to be successful with Shoney’s.”

Dan Holt, Franchisee since 2011

“Before I bought my own Shoney’s franchise in 1995, I had been working with Shoney’s since 1971, when I was 15 years old. It’s safe to say that I’m definitely a product of Shoney’s. Not only do I love Shoney’s and the restaurant business, but I love knowing that David (Davoudpour) shares my passion.”

Rory Smith, Franchisee since 1995

“Shoney’s has such brand recognition. It is a brand that spans over three generations. How many businesses can say that? We have been a part of so many families’ everyday lives that they truly have a special place in their heart for us. They have been coming to Shoney’s since they were children and were raised with us. They get so emotional when they enter our building that visitors often say, ‘Can you come open a Shoney’s in my town?’”

Kaye Couch, Franchisee since 2000

Shoney's News

Shoney’s Continues Its Tradition of Treating America’s Sweet Tooth to Its World Famous Can’t Miss Hot Fudge Cake and It’s FREE for All on 4th Dec 2025

December 4, 2025

Source: Shoney’s is giving away its famous Hot Fudge Cake for free — no purchase needed. National Free Hot Fudge Cake Day Happens This Thursday, December 4, 2025, at All Shoney’s Restaurants America (RestaurantNews.com) The THANKS continues, as Shoney’s will do its annual unthinkable again – a CEO-inspired, company-wide THANK YOU to patrons a week after Thanksgiving […]

Shoney’s Is Open on Thanksgiving Day and Pumpkin Pie Is Free!

November 24, 2025

Source: Shoney’s Is Open on Thanksgiving — and Pumpkin Pie Is Free America’s Dinner Table is Ready to Host Your Family with Its Spectacular All You Care to Eat, Freshly Prepared Thanksgiving Day Feast America (RestaurantNews.com) Shoney’s – a delicious and delectable home away from home go-to for decades – will be OPEN on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, […]

Shoney’s Set To Express Its Deepest Gratitude for Veterans and Troops on Veterans Day by Giving Them the Best Breakfast in Town, With Its Freshly Prepared Legendary Breakfast Bar, for Free

Source: Shoney’s Honors Veterans and Troops on Veterans Day with a Free Freshly Prepared Legendary Breakfast Bar. America (RestaurantNews.com) Shoney’s, a true pioneer and a decorated darling in the restaurant industry, will continue its commitment to America’s heroes past and present this Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2025. All veterans, including active-duty military, are cordially invited […]

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