DALLAS (Jan. 14, 2026) – Original ChopShop, the feel good fast-casual concept known for its large, diverse menu of customizable bowls, salads, sandwiches and more, closed out 2025 with a year defined by strong performance, industry recognition and steady demand that positions the brand for continued development in 2026.

For year-end 2025, the Company had:

          – Record annual brand sales with 11 of 22 comp Shops achieving best EVER! annual sales volumes.

          – A ninth consecutive year of positive EBITDA.

          – Positive SSS of +4.6% for full year 2025 with SSS being positive for 19 of the last 21 accounting periods.

          – Positive traffic of +5.4% for full year 2025 with traffic being positive for 17 consecutive accounting periods.

          – 55% digital transactions, with almost half originating directly from the Company’s website and app.

          – Hourly team member turnover of 99%, with tenure of core hourly team members at two years and nine months.

          – GM tenure of 4.5 years, with 81% of GMs being internal promotes.

          – Average Google Star ratings of 4.6 for the brand.

The brand’s momentum was further validated through industry recognition. In 2025, Original ChopShop was recognized at No. 13 in Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers & Shakers” list and was also a recipient of Fast Casual’s “Top 30 Movers & Shakers” in Catering. The brand was also ranked on Nation’s Restaurant News’ 2025 “100 Under 100: Emerging Restaurant Chains” list.

“2025 was another successful year for Original ChopShop,” said CEO Jason Morgan. “The recognition we received, along with our sales performance and our guest and team engagement, reinforces that our focus on feel good food for every lifestyle, genuine hospitality and a disciplined digital strategy is resonating in the communities we serve. We’re proud of the progress and excited about what’s ahead.”

Building on its existing traction, the concept continued its growth in 2025 by opening two new Shops. The year included a February opening in College Station, Texas, followed by a Midtown Phoenix opening in November. Original ChopShop plans to open four additional Shops in 2026, beginning with Fort Worth Medical District in March, followed by Memorial City in Houston and Peoria, Arizona, in July and Richardson, Texas, in September.

“With a proven operating model and teams who care deeply about what they do, we’re heading into 2026 focused on disciplined growth and strengthening our presence in existing,” said Morgan. “As we continue to grow, our commitment stays the same –– serving affordable, feel good food made with high-quality ingredients and creating experiences that inspire guests to just feel good.”

To learn more about the feel good brand and explore its extensive menu offerings, visit OriginalChopShop.com. Download the Original ChopShop app and join the Chops Loyalty rewards program for exclusive food and beverage offers.

About Original ChopShop

Founded in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona in 2013, Original ChopShop currently has 27 locations in Phoenix, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, College Station, Tucson and Atlanta. Original ChopShop provides a warm, welcoming place where guests “Fuel Their Well-Being” with flavorful food that’s “Chopped-in-Shop” daily with real, quality ingredients. The team at Original ChopShop is proud to offer customizable food for “Every/Body,” providing a variety of dietary-friendly items for adults and children, including food free of gluten, dairy, lactose and soy, along with vegetarian and vegan options. For more information, visit originalchopshop.com or follow the brand on Facebook, Instagram, X and TikTok and #JustFeelGood.