Local entrepreneur Jason Heckendorf expands his growing daytime café footprint with a second location, following the success of Germantown’s top-performing Eggs Up Grill

OLIVE BRANCH, Miss. (Dec. 9, 2025) – Eggs Up Grill, a neighborhood favorite daytime cafe and the fastest-growing “better breakfast” restaurant franchise in the country, is now open in Olive Branch, Mississippi. The new restaurant, located at 5142 Goodman Road, Suite 101, is owned and operated by local entrepreneur Jason Heckendorf. Heckendorf also owns the Germantown, Tennessee, location, which stands out as the top-performing Eggs Up Grill nationwide.

Heckendorf first opened his Germantown restaurant in June 2023 and quickly earned a devoted following for its fresh, made-to-order meals and welcoming atmosphere. With the addition of the Olive Branch location, he plans to bring the same spirit of hospitality to families, schools, churches and local organizations throughout North Mississippi.

“We want this to be a place where people feel genuinely cared for, whether they are stopping in for breakfast with family, meeting a group from church or catching up with friends,” said Heckendorf. “My faith guides the way I lead and serve, so at the heart of it all, we want to create an uplifting environment where great food and great community come together.”

Heckendorf operates the restaurant in partnership with Ken Bates, a 36-year restaurant veteran and multi-unit Eggs Up Grill franchisee who recently opened the brand’s milestone 100th location, as well as partner Lamar McCubbin.

“Jason is an outstanding franchise partner whose heart for people and commitment to hospitality truly reflect what Eggs Up Grill represents,” said Ricky Richardson, CEO of Eggs Up Grill. “His Germantown restaurant has set an impressive standard. We have every confidence that Olive Branch will thrive under his leadership.”

Before joining Eggs Up Grill, Heckendorf spent several years managing jewelry stores before choosing a path that allowed him to make a meaningful local impact, including building a business grounded in the values of his faith. A resident of East Memphis, he says the most rewarding part of his work is seeing the growth of his team members and the community they serve.

The new Olive Branch restaurant features Eggs Up Grill’s signature neighborhood atmosphere, seating for up to 100 guests and a full menu of classic favorites including omelets, pancakes and breakfast sandwiches, along with burgers, melts and salads for lunch. Catering services are available for local schools, businesses and community gatherings. This is a key area of focus as the Olive Branch team looks to foster community relations throughout DeSoto County.

A grand opening celebration that will include special promotions, giveaways and a ribbon-cutting ceremony is planned for early 2026. Full details will be announced soon.

Eggs Up Grill is open daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. To learn more about Eggs Up Grill Olive Branch, visit locations.eggsupgrill.com/ms/olive-branch/e401/ or follow @eggsupgrillolivebranch on social media.

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About Eggs Up Grill

Founded in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, Eggs Up Grill has been serving smiles for over 25 years. From the first sip of freshly brewed coffee to the last bite of a hearty breakfast or lunch, our welcoming atmosphere and attentive service make every visit feel like coming home. As “neighbors serving neighbors,” we proudly serve breakfast, brunch, and lunch daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering a full menu throughout our hours of operation.

Eggs Up Grill’s business model is designed to create smiles not just for guests but for our Franchise Partners as well. Ranked the No. 1 breakfast franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise500® for four consecutive years, Eggs Up Grill is experiencing record growth and actively seeking both seasoned and first-time franchise partners. With more than 100 locations currently in operation and more than 85 under development or committed to open, the brand is poised for continued success.

Media Contact:

Loren Thum, Thunderly

(817) 913-0194 | lthum@thunderlymarketing.com

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