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Carl’s Jr., Panera Bread, Steak ‘n Shake, Subway and Wendy’s are now among the iconic brands served by McLane

TEMPLE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 21, 2025-- McLane Company Inc., one of the nation’s largest distributors in the restaurant and retail industries, announced today the addition of five new restaurant brands to its growing national portfolio: Carl’s Jr., Panera Bread, Steak ‘n Shake, Subway and Wendy’s.

“These new relationships with some of the most beloved brands in America reflect the trust leading restaurant chains place in McLane,” said Susan Adzick, president of McLane Restaurant. “Whether it’s helping a national chain improve service consistency across regions or unlocking growth for a regional brand, we act as a true strategic partner for our customers.”

This customer expansion highlights McLane’s momentum in the restaurant and distribution sector and its ability to support leading brands with an established, reliable and flexible distribution network. Leveraging a nationwide footprint, industry-leading infrastructure and one of the largest private fleets in the U.S., McLane delivers unmatched cold chain integrity and multi-temperature logistics that ensure product quality and safety from warehouse to table. McLane’s deep experience supporting top restaurant brands includes navigating the complexities of LTO rollouts and maintaining rigorous food safety standards—empowering partners to grow confidently and consistently across diverse U.S. markets.

Across these five brands, McLane is supporting more than 4,200 restaurant locations across 33 states through 15 distribution centers, including:

• Carl’s Jr.: 900+ stores in the Southwest, West Coast and Pacific Northwest
• Panera Bread: 380+ stores in the Northeast and Midwest
• Steak ‘n Shake: 100+ stores in the Southeast and Gulf Coast
• Subway: 2,400+ stores in the Southeast and Gulf Coast
• Wendy’s: 500+ stores in the Southeast and Gulf Coast

From national rollouts to regional execution, McLane’s restaurant division offers end-to-end distribution, logistics and support services designed to simplify operations, increase consistency and enable rapid growth. The company’s strategic partnerships and flexible models allow customers to scale service in line with evolving business needs.

To learn more about McLane and its industry-leading foodservice distribution for QSR, fast casual, casual and fine dining restaurant chains, visit mclaneco.com/restaurant.

About McLane

Founded in 1894, McLane Company Inc. is one of the largest distributors in America, serving convenience stores, mass merchants, and chain restaurants. As an industry-leading partner to the biggest retail and restaurant businesses, McLane buys, sells, delivers, and serves the world’s most beloved brands. With headquarters in Temple, Texas, McLane has more than 80 distribution centers across the country, employs more than 25,000 teammates, and delivers to nearly every zip code in the US. McLane is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc.

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McLane Company, Inc.
Alicia Downard
Director, Communications and Public Relations
alicia.downard@mclaneco.com

Source: McLane Company Inc.