Nathan’s Famous, Inc. has announced that it has acquired the trademarks and intellectual property relating to the restaurant chain Arthur Treacher’s.

Discover B2B Marketing That Performs

Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.

Find out more


Under the terms of the deal, which took effect from 28 February, NF Treachers, a subsidiary of Nathan’s Famous, acquired the worldwide rights to all trademarks and other intellectual property relating to the Arthur Treacher’s brand, from PAT Franchise Systems, a wholly owned subsidiary of TruFoods Systems.


At the same time, NF Treachers Corp. has granted a licence back to PAT Franchise Systems which will allow it to act as the franchisor of the traditional Arthur Treacher’s quick service restaurants within a limited geographic region.

Just Food Excellence Awards - The Benefits of Entering

Gain the recognition you deserve! The Just Food Excellence Awards celebrate innovation, leadership, and impact. By entering, you showcase your achievements, elevate your industry profile, and position yourself among top leaders driving food industry advancements. Don’t miss your chance to stand out—submit your entry today!

Nominate Now