November 06, 2026 // Franchising.com // FORT COLLINS, Colo. – Cheba Hut “Toasted” Subs is sparking up new locations in Oklahoma. The brand has signed an eight-unit area development agreement with Oklahoma-based franchise group WGT Concepts LLC, paving the way for additional locations throughout the Oklahoma City and Tulsa markets over the coming years.
The expansion is led by entrepreneurs Rose Taylor and Steven VanCauwenbergh, whose first Cheba Hut location in Oklahoma City quickly became one of the brand’s top-performing restaurants. Building on that momentum, the duo plans to grow the brand across the state with new shops in Edmond and Norman, opened August 31st and November 5th respectively, and plans to enter the Tulsa market beginning in 2027.
Taylor and VanCauwenbergh bring experience across hospitality, accounting, operations and multi-business ownership, overseeing companies in the restaurant, professional services and investment sectors. Through WGT Concepts, they’ve built their business approach around strong systems, leadership development and long-term scalability. Cheba Hut remains their primary restaurant franchise concept and a brand they intend to continue scaling throughout Oklahoma…