Jacksonville’s Favorite Diner Builds Momentum with Consistent Sales Growth and Multi-Unit Development

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Grumpy’s Restaurant, an award-winning full-service Americana diner known for its scratch-made menu and genuine hospitality, is reporting a strong start to 2026 with consistent first-quarter sales growth, continued franchise expansion, and increased brand momentum across Northeast Florida.

Driven by disciplined operations, a scratch kitchen model, and strong guest loyalty, the brand delivered steady year-over-year growth throughout Q1:

  • January: +7.62%
  • February: +8.62%
  • March: +3.44%

“We’re seeing strong, steady growth to start the year, which reflects the consistency of our operating systems and the loyalty of our guests,” said Daniel DeLeon, President & CEO of Grumpy’s Restaurant. “Our focus on high-quality, made-from-scratch food and genuine hospitality continues to resonate, and we’re excited to build on this momentum.”

The Q1 results build on a strong 2025 for the brand, during which Grumpy’s achieved:

  • Average Unit Volume (AUV): $3.17 million (up from $2.98 million in 2024)
  • System Sales Growth: +6.91%

As the brand continues to scale, Grumpy’s is expanding its footprint with a new location currently under development in Fleming Island by existing franchisees the Hoard family, who are continuing to grow their partnership as multi-unit operators. The new restaurant is anticipated to open in late Q2 2026 and will mark the sixth Grumpy’s location in the Jacksonville market. This continued reinvestment by existing franchise partners reflects the strength of the brand’s operating model and its long-term growth strategy focused on multi-unit development.

Grumpy’s also received strong community recognition, with its Neptune Beach location earning “Best Breakfast” and “Best Sweet Tea” in the 2025 Best of the Beaches Awards, presented by The Ponte Vedra Recorder and First Coast Register.

“This strong start to the year reinforces the momentum we’ve been building over the past several years,” continued DeLeon. “With strong unit-level performance, a growing development pipeline, and continued guest support, we are well-positioned for sustained growth.”

To learn more about Grumpy’s, visit www.GrumpysRestaurantCo.com.

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About Grumpy’s Restaurant

Founded on the belief that great food brings people together, Grumpy’s Restaurant delivers high-quality, made-from-scratch comfort food with warm, Southern hospitality, all at a working-class price. Designed for operational consistency and scalable growth, the brand currently operates five locations across Northeast Florida, with continued expansion underway.

Serving breakfast, lunch, and brunch daily, Grumpy’s features fresh-made classics, rotating chalkboard specials, homemade soups, signature coffee, fresh juices, and house-made desserts.

For more information about the Grumpy’s Restaurant franchise opportunity, visit:
www.GrumpysFranchise.com or www.GrumpysRestaurantCo.com

Disclaimer

The financial performance figures referenced above represent historical results of company-owned and/or franchised locations. These figures are not intended as a representation of or guarantee of future performance. A new franchisee’s results may differ significantly. Financial performance representations will be included in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document when available.

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