Original Joe’s Restaurant and Bar (also called “OJ’s”) was started in 1997 in Calgary, and joined Franworks in 2002.

In 2010, OJ’s was named one of Canada's 100 Fastest-Growing Companies by Profit Magazine as they opened over 30+ locations.

State & Main Kitchen and Bar brand was developed and launched in 2012, expanding from Western Canada into Guelph, Ontario two years later.

Añejo Restaurant began on 4th Street, SW, in Calgary, and joined Franworks in 2019.

{{ Blanco Cantina became a part of Franworks in 2019 with the first restaurant opening on 17th Ave, SW, in Calgary.