The Cheesecake Factory Plans 26 New Restaurants in '26

Tally includes a half-dozen representatives of the chain's flagship brand.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Cheesecake Factory Inc. plans to open up to six of its flagship brand restaurants, along with about 20 others representing its other three units, the company disclosed in reporting its financial results for the fourth quarter/year ended Dec. 30.

Why it matters

The Cheesecake Factory's expansion plans demonstrate the company's resilience and ability to grow despite a challenging operating environment across the restaurant industry. The new openings will allow the brand to reach more customers and solidify its presence in existing and new markets.

The details

The company plans to open six to seven North Italia restaurants, six to seven Flower Child locations, and as many as eight Fox Restaurant Concepts sites in addition to the half-dozen new Cheesecake Factory locations. The company did not disclose the specific locations of any of the planned openings.

  • The financial results are for the fourth quarter/year ended Dec. 30.
  • The company plans to open the new restaurants in 2026.

The players

The Cheesecake Factory Inc.

A restaurant company based in Calabasas, California that operates the Cheesecake Factory, North Italia, Flower Child, and Fox Restaurant Concepts brands.

David Overton

The chairman and CEO of The Cheesecake Factory Inc.

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What they’re saying

“We delivered solid fourth quarter and full-year results in 2025, generating record annual revenue supported by 25 new restaurant openings for the year.”

— David Overton, Chairman and CEO (vmsd.com)

The takeaway

The Cheesecake Factory's expansion plans demonstrate the company's ability to grow and adapt in a challenging industry environment, with a focus on its flagship brand as well as its other successful concepts like North Italia and Flower Child.