Firkin Group of Pubs Franchise Moves Into Des Moines

The Firkin Group of Pubs, an authentic English pub chain, recently inked a Multi-unit franchise agreement bringing four pubs to Des Moines, IA. Midwest English Pubs, Inc is currently looking for their first location in Dallas and Warren counties. They expect to open their first pub in early in 2007.

Named the 2005 "Best Pub in Toronto" by Toronto Sun Readers, The Firkin Group of Pubs is one of the most popular neighborhood pub chains in Canada and recently captured the title of the largest and fastest growing pub chain in the United States. Serving spectacular food in a friendly, authentic pub atmosphere Firkin Pubs draw families, students and professionals alike.

"People all across the United States are falling in love with pubs again because of our expansion," says Larry Isaacs, Firkin Director of Marketing. "The Firkin Group of Pubs is putting the relaxed, comfortable British pub atmosphere on the map in Iowa."

Firkin has pubs in five states Michigan, New York, Illinois, Texas, Virginia, Florida and another 200 currently in development throughout North America.

About Firkin:
Stanley Adelson and Ian Fisher opened the first pub, Fox and Firkin, in Toronto in May 1987. It was the idea of a traditional English neighborhood pub - where people could enjoy good drink and food in good company - that quickly built a stable of regulars. Selections range from a variety of beverages and delicious meals including: traditional English pub fare like fish and chips, burgers, sandwiches, as well as a selection of entrée dishes such as New York strip steak, roasted chicken, fresh fish and salads and-of course-a wide assortment of draft beers on tap and in the bottle. There are currently 39 units open in North America and 150 pubs in development in the United States.