News Summary
Eggs Up Grill has opened its 100th restaurant in Kingsport, Tennessee, owned by franchisee Ken Bates and his family. With plans for more locations in the Tri-Cities area, this milestone highlights the brand’s commitment to fresh breakfast options and local community involvement. The new restaurant features an updated design and will host grand opening festivities, including specials and a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Kingsport, Tennessee – Eggs Up Grill marked a significant milestone with the opening of its 100th restaurant in Kingsport on September 8. This expansion reflects the brand’s growth and commitment to providing fresh breakfast, brunch, and lunch options seven days a week.
The Kingsport location is owned by local franchisee Ken Bates and his son Ethan, representing their third Eggs Up Grill establishment. The Bates family also operates two other locations in the nearby Tri-Cities area of Tennessee and Virginia. With three additional Eggs Up Grill locations planned for the Tri-Cities region, the family’s expansion exemplifies their dedication to the community and the restaurant industry.
Eggs Up Grill, founded in 1997 in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, has significantly expanded since its inception. The company is headquartered in downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina, and aims to operate a total of 105 locations across 11 states by the end of 2025. An additional 25 restaurants are slated for opening in 2026, further showcasing the brand’s ambitious growth strategy.
Ken Bates, a Kingsport native with 36 years of experience in the restaurant business, is well-equipped to lead the new location. Before joining the Eggs Up Grill franchise, Bates owned multiple Little Caesars restaurants, allowing him to bring valuable industry expertise to this new venture. The Kingsport restaurant boasts a refreshed logo and incorporates a next-generation prototype design that enhances seating and improves the kitchen layout for a better dining experience.
To celebrate the milestone opening, Eggs Up Grill Kingsport will host a week of grand opening specials and giveaways starting September 29. Daily promotions will include $8 classics, free coffee, and $5 mimosas, providing an enticing incentive for customers to visit the new location. The grand opening festivities will culminate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Kingsport Chamber scheduled for October 2 at 10 a.m.
The growth of Eggs Up Grill has been particularly notable in the Upstate region of South Carolina, where there are currently 16 locations. These include counties such as Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, Pickens, Laurens, Oconee, and Greenwood. As the brand continues expanding, it reinforces its goal of becoming the go-to destination for breakfast and brunch enthusiasts across the southeastern United States.
In summary, the launch of the 100th Eggs Up Grill location in Kingsport represents not only a key milestone for the franchise but also underscores the ongoing growth and success of the brand. The Bates family’s involvement further highlights the company’s commitment to local ownership and community engagement. With several more locations planned, Eggs Up Grill is poised for continued expansion in the coming years.
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