Cousins Maine Lobster Debuts Kalamazoo Truck

Michigan Franchisee Group Rolls Out Fourth Truck and Continues Michigan Expansion

KALAMAZOO, Mich., June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cousins Maine Lobster (CML), the industry-leading fast-casual lobster roll brand, is expanding its Michigan footprint with the launch of a new food truck in Kalamazoo. This marks the fourth CML food truck and the third market for seasoned operators Hussein (Hank) Kdouh, Muhammed (Moe) Zahr, and Rabih Zahr, bringing the irresistible flavors of Maine lobster directly to Southwest Michigan. With a growing demand for high-quality seafood across the state, the new truck will offer local seafood lovers the opportunity to enjoy CML's world-famous Maine lobster rolls, mouthwatering lobster tacos, savory lobster grilled cheese, and delicious limited edition pink lemonade whoopie pie.

"After a strong debut in West Michigan with our new Grand Rapids truck, we can't wait to bring Cousins Maine Lobster to the Kalamazoo community," said Hank. "It's been an honor to build CML's presence throughout Michigan and bring a taste of Maine to the Midwest. We look forward to opening our second West Michigan truck so more people in the region can enjoy our premium lobster offering this summer and beyond."

The Michigan franchisees are long-time childhood friends and now business partners who saw the opportunity to bring high-quality seafood to their home state of Michigan. After falling in love with the brand, they launched their first truck in Detroit in the summer of 2022. Then, three months later, they launched their second truck due to the high demand in the market. Most recently, the group expanded its third truck to Grand Rapids in April. Their growth is fueled by exceptional customer service, strong fan following, and smart expansion strategies to fuel their growth across the region.

"Hank, Moe, and Rabih are outstanding franchisees who have shown exceptional leadership and dedication since joining Cousins Maine Lobster three years ago," said Lindsay Herberger, Director of Franchise Development at Cousins Maine Lobster. "We're confident their newest truck in Kalamazoo will have the same energy and success they've seen in Detroit, and we look forward to supporting their continued growth to bring the authentic taste of Maine lobster to more communities."

Cousins Maine Lobster is set to make its official debut on Saturday, June 28, with a grand opening event at St. Julian Winery & Distillery, 716 S Kalamazoo St, Paw Paw, MI, 49079. The event will run from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., inviting guests to join them as they celebrate the arrival in the market with an official ribbon cutting and launch party. On Sunday, June 29, the truck will continue its debut weekend at Brewery Outré, 567 E Ranson St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007.

For more information on our Kalamazoo food truck calendar of events, check out our Facebook page: Cousins Maine Lobster Kalamazoo.

Cousins Maine Lobster is seeking operators who are passionate about delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service. With a proven business model that offers flexibility, operators can launch food trucks in as little as three to six months. Low overhead and labor costs allow operators an efficient and cost-effective entry into each market. The brand is currently targeting markets with strong demand for high-quality, fast-casual seafood, including San Diego, California; Reno, Nevada; and areas across the Midwest, including St. Louis, Missouri; Des Moines, Iowa; Fort Wayne, Indiana; and Nebraska.

About Cousins Maine Lobster

Cousins Maine Lobster is a premier seafood franchise bringing authentic Maine lobster to communities nationwide through its fleet of food trucks and brick-and-mortar restaurants. Founded in 2012 by cousins Jim Tselikis and Sabin Lomac, the brand started as a passion project and quickly gained national recognition after securing an investment from Barbara Corcoran on Shark Tank. Since then, Cousins Maine Lobster has become a leading seafood franchise, delivering high-quality, wild-caught Maine lobster with a commitment to consistency, hospitality, and an unforgettable guest experience. Whether serving seafood lovers from its iconic food trucks or expanding into new markets with restaurant locations, Cousins Maine Lobster continues to set the standard for premium lobster offerings.

To learn more about franchise opportunities with Cousins Maine Lobster, visit https://www.cousinsmainelobster.com/franchise. To find a location near you, visit www.cousinsmainelobster.com.

DISCLAIMER: This news is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy a franchise. Any actual offer or solicitation can only be made through a Franchise Disclosure Document. If you reside in California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, or Wisconsin, we may not be able to offer you a franchise until it has been registered in your state.

SOURCE Cousins Maine Lobster