“Shoney’s gave me the opportunity to work my way up and live the American dream. I have a passion and love for the Shoney’s brand and the direction it’s headed in because of the support that Shoney’s offers. Shoney’s has instilled in me the characteristics to be driven, determined, and to leave a legacy.”

Eric & Patrice Ashford, Franchisees since 2005

“I started out with one restaurant and very little experience in the industry. Help is always just a phone call away. I now own three Shoney’s that are all doing well, and I owe much of my success to the training and help that I received from Shoney’s. You don’t need to have years and years of restaurant experience to be successful with Shoney’s.”

Dan Holt, Franchisee since 2011

“Before I bought my own Shoney’s franchise in 1995, I had been working with Shoney’s since 1971, when I was 15 years old. It’s safe to say that I’m definitely a product of Shoney’s. Not only do I love Shoney’s and the restaurant business, but I love knowing that David (Davoudpour) shares my passion.”

Rory Smith, Franchisee since 1995

“Shoney’s has such brand recognition. It is a brand that spans over three generations. How many businesses can say that? We have been a part of so many families’ everyday lives that they truly have a special place in their heart for us. They have been coming to Shoney’s since they were children and were raised with us. They get so emotional when they enter our building that visitors often say, ‘Can you come open a Shoney’s in my town?’”

Kaye Couch, Franchisee since 2000