New York Butcher Shoppe, the neighborhood butcher and specialty market known for its Certified Angus Beef® steaks, fine wines, and chef-crafted meals, is accelerating its growth in Georgia with a new three-store development agreement in the Atlanta market and an additional franchise location set to begin construction in Smyrna.

The expansion includes a three-store development agreement with David Martin to bring New York Butcher Shoppe to the high-growth communities of Johns Creek, Cumming, and Buford, Georgia. The company also announced that a new location in Smyrna, Georgia, owned and operated by franchisees Robert and Kelly Smith, will begin construction shortly.

The latest growth builds on New York Butcher Shoppe's existing presence in Metro Atlanta, where the brand currently operates three locations in Sandy Springs, East Cobb, and Milton, including one corporate-owned store and two franchise locations.

"Atlanta continues to be one of the most attractive franchise markets in the country," said Jim Tindal, CEO of New York Butcher Shoppe. "We already have a strong foundation in the region, and we're excited to continue growing with franchise partners who understand their communities and share our commitment to quality, service, and hospitality."

Georgia's strong economic fundamentals continue to make it an attractive environment for franchise growth. The International Franchise Association's 2026 Franchising Economic Outlook ranked Georgia as the third best state for franchise growth in the United States, citing factors such as population growth, business-friendly policies, and ongoing economic development.

"We're seeing tremendous interest from entrepreneurs throughout Georgia who are looking for brands with strong customer loyalty and proven operating models," said Joseph Giordano, VP of Corporate & Franchise Development at New York Butcher Shoppe. "David brings a great vision for growing the brand in North Atlanta, while Robert and Kelly will introduce the New York Butcher Shoppe experience to another thriving community in Smyrna. These are the types of franchise partners who help build long-term success."

Founded on the idea of being a one-stop shop for dinner, New York Butcher Shoppe offers premium hand-cut meats, chef-prepared entrées, specialty grocery items, wines, and personalized service designed to make great meals easier.