Food Chain - Issue 205 - April 2025 | Page 113

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Shack

Late night done right’: the slogan of innovative late-night restaurant concept, Fat Shack, but it’ s much more than just a motto – it’ s a promise. You might recognize the name from Season Ten of ABC’ s Shark Tank, but since then, Fat Shack has boomed and now boasts 30 locations across 13 states. The concept was founded by college graduate, Tom Armenti, in 2010, with co-owner, Kevin Gabauer, joining the business in 2013. Emerging from a humble bagel shop, the business personifies the‘ grind mindset,’ and Tom and Kevin’ s immense work ethic has transformed the concept into a fastfood empire centered around passion, hard work and entrepreneurial spirit. Fat Shack’ s business model operates around franchising and uplifting others in the industry to reach their full potential as owner-operators.

Today, Fat Shack continues upon its growth trajectory as it prepares to open its 30th location. With 2025 marking its 15th year in business, Food Chain sat down with Tom and Kevin to learn more about Fat Shack’ s success story and what the future holds for its next chapter.
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