TGI Fridays™ Signs Landmark Development Agreement with Devolli Group, Accelerating Global Growth with First-Ever Expansion into the Balkans

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    "excerpt": "Plans include 10 restaurants across Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia, establishing a strategic gateway for growth across Southeast Europe and reinforcing TGI Fridays' global expansion under its 1-2-3 Strategic Vision. DALLAS , Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TGI Fridays™, the iconic global restaurant and bar brand, today announced the signing of a landmark development agreement with Devolli Group, one of the Balkans' leading diversified business groups, marking the brand's first-ever expansion into Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia. The agreement represents a significant milestone in TGI Fridays' international growth strategy and reinforces the brand's global momentum as it continues to scale through its franchise-first development model. As part of the partnership, Devolli Group will develop 10 TGI Fridays™ restaurants across the three markets and has secured exclusive rights to sub-franchise the brand throughout the territory, creating a platform for long-term expansion across Southeast Europe. The partnership lays the foundation for long-term growth across the Balkans, bringing TGI Fridays'™ bar-forward atmosphere, bold and craveable menu, and high-energy dining experience to guests across Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia. This development agreement is the latest milestone in TGI Fridays'™ ambitious 1-2-3 Strategic Vision to operate more than 1,000 restaurants...",
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