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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Bojangles signs 20-unit New York franchise deal
This story was originally published on Restaurant Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Restaurant Dive newsletter. Dive Brief: Bojangles is coming back to New York City after a nearly four-decade absence, thanks to a 20-unit franchising agreement the chicken chain signed with Habib Hashimi, according to a Wednesday press release. The first unit under the agreement is in construction in East Flatbush, a neighborhood in Brooklyn, and is expected to open during the winter. The remaining units will be built over the next 10 years. The New York deal will help the Southern brand establish a major foothold in the Northeast just as its competitor Zaxby's looks to expand into Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Dive Insight: Bojangles, like other chicken chains, has grown steadily in recent years, with its unit count rising from 773 at the start of 2022 to 825 at the end of 2024, per its franchise disclosure document. The New York City market will provide high foot traffic and dense urban neighborhoods, which the chain said is ideal for introducing the brand's Southern flavors to an entirely new audience. Hashimi brings significant experience operating QSRs in New York and Connecticut, according to the press release. Bojangles also signed a 35-unit deal to open locations in New Jersey with an unspecified franchisee, according to the press release, which gives it a development target of about 55 units in the Northeast. The brand has relatively strong unit economics, according to its FDD, with average gross sales of about $2.4 million at its full-sized franchised locations, which comprise a majority of its store base. The increase in demand for chicken overall has helped propel growth across concepts spanning a wide range of culinary traditions. Korean chain Bonchon is looking to more than triple its U.S. unit count. Filipino chicken brand Jollibee has also announced ambitious franchising plans. The growth of Dave's Hot Chicken — a California brand with a menu anchored around a Nashville specialty — attracted a major investment from Roark Capital earlier this year. Raising Cane's and Wingstop saw their sales surpass KFC in the U.S. last year. Bojangles has carved out a menu niche for itself with a Southern menu and a focus on breakfast. The chain's FDD shows its full-size company-owned restaurants, a useful proxy for its franchise units, see about 36% of their sales in the breakfast daypart. According to the FDD, the chain targets locations 'with direct access to a major 'going-to-work' traffic artery, in order to benefit from Bojangles' significant breakfast business.' Recommended Reading Bojangles to install EV charging stations Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
11-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Zaxby's continues western expansion with new location opening this week
The opening of Zaxby's first-ever Arizona location is set for this week as the chain expands its new western footprint. It is part of Zaxby's plan to open dozens of locations across the nation this year, and it's the second recent Zaxby's opening in the Western United States, following the chain's first Las Vegas location that started serving in April. The location is set to open in the Phoenix area on Wednesday, Aug. 13. At a later Aug. 19 celebration, the store is promising free menu items for six months to the first 100 guests, Zaxby's said in a news release. Known for its chicken tenders and signature sauce, Zaxby's has a heavy presence across the Southeast in states like Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee and Mississippi, among others. But the chain has eyes on expansion, aiming to open its 1,000th new location in 2025, including its first restaurants in Nevada and Arizona. Read more: Fried chicken chain Zaxby's is finally opening its first AZ location. Here's when Other openings in 2025 The Phoenix-area opening is the latest addition to the list of new Zaxby's locations in 2025. States with a new Zaxby's location opened this year include Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Indiana, Nevada, North Carolina, Kansas, Virginia and Mississippi. Zaxby's: Fast food chain plans to open more than 50 new locations in 2025: Here's where Where is Zaxby's opening in Arizona? Opening on Aug. 13, the new location will be at 37756 N. Gantzel Road in San Tan Valley, a suburb of Phoenix. The new location spans 3,000 square feet and has 56 seats for dine-in guests, in addition to a dual drive-thru and curbside pickup door for faster service, the company said. Sharlene Smith, Chief Operating Officer at Zaxby's, thanked the owners of the latest location in the press release. "Thanks to the dedication of our franchise partners, Brian and Jessica Nelson, we're accelerating our growth out West and continuing to introduce the Zaxby's famous Fingerz and signature sauces to new fans across the country,' Smith said. On Aug. 19, nearly a week after the restaurant's opening, Smith will attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the location. Saleen Martin is a reporter on USA TODAY's NOW team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia – the 757. Email her at sdmartin@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Zaxby's continues western expansion with its first Arizona location
Malaysian Reserve
07-08-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Zaxbys Heats Up the West with First-Ever Location in Phoenix, Arizona
Famous Chicken Fingerz™ and Signature Zax Sauce® available in the desert starting August 13 ATLANTA, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Saucy chicken chain Zaxbys® is excited to continue to expand its footprint out West with the opening of its first-ever Phoenix, Arizona location. Located at 37756 N Gantzel Rd., the new Zaxbys is owned and operated by Brian and Jessica Nelson of BOCKBOCK, LLC. It will be open for dine-in and drive-thru service starting on August 13, 2025. In celebration of opening, on August 19 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. local time, there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony featuring opening remarks from Zaxbys Chief Operating Officer, Sharlene Smith, as well as franchisee owner and operator, Brian Nelson. The first 100 guests to visit the new Phoenix Zaxbys location will receive free Zaxbys for 6 months including fan-favorite items like 5 Chicken Fingerz™, the Big Zax Snak® Meal, Zaxbys Signature Sandwich, or Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaded Fries.* Additionally, guests are invited to enjoy Zaxbys fan-favorite menu items, a special 360° photo booth experience and selfie photo opps with Zaxbys props, a live DJ and spin the Zaxbys prize wheel for the chance to win prizes. 'Following the tremendous success of our Las Vegas opening, we're proud to announce Zaxbys newest location in Phoenix, Arizona,' said Sharlene Smith, Chief Operating Officer at Zaxbys. 'Thanks to the dedication of our franchise partners, Brian and Jessica Nelson, we're accelerating our growth out West and continuing to introduce the Zaxbys famous Fingerz and signature sauces to new fans across the country.' On the heels of a successful Zaxbys Las Vegas opening this past Spring, the brand is excited to bring its fan-favorite crispy Chicken Fingerz™, twelve signature sauces and full line-up of mouthwatering menu items to an entirely new Western market in Phoenix with an already vibrant and evolving food scene. Arizona marks the second new state entry for Zaxbys in 2025 as the brand continues to build awareness amongst new consumers and attract more franchisee partners. Zaxbys is on track to eclipse its 1,000th new store opening in 2025. Spanning 3,000 square feet, the new Zaxbys is equipped with 56 seats for dine-in guests, as well as a dual drive-thru and curbside pickup door for expedited service. The new location's Modern Farmhouse design features prominent branding with Zaxbys signature colors, logo, and sauce medallions, as well as a cohesive brand story showcased through vibrant elements and sauce-inspired art. Customers may also order ahead online via through the Zaxbys app, and GrubHub for curbside pickup. The app is available for download on Google Play and the App Store. Ordering for delivery is also available directly through the app, as well as through DoorDash, GrubHub, UberEats, and EZCater. Zaxbys serves fresh, prepared-at-order Chicken Fingerz™ and wings tossed in a variety of bold signature sauces, as well as wildly popular Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaded Fries, fan-favorite Fried Pickles and its iconic lineup of Zalads including Asian Zensation, Blue Zalad, The Cobb and The House. In the heat of the long summer nights out West, Zaxbys is cooling down the desert with its fan-favorite Handcrafted Milkshakes available in Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry, and Birthday Cake, each topped with real whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry. 'We are thrilled to introduce Zaxbys to Arizona!' said Brian Nelson, Owner and Operator. 'While we may represent a trusted national brand with craveable, high-quality chicken and sauces, we are truly just regular people, determined to bring smiles to our guest's faces and help create meaningful lasting memories with our food and hospitality at the center.' The Nelsons are working to open additional Zaxbys locations in Phoenix in the coming years. To help build this first location, they contracted local Contractor Marsh Development, Inc. The new restaurant is expected to provide up to 70 new employment opportunities. Interested applicants may visit workstream to apply for all available positions. * Free Zaxbys for 6 months will be given to guest in the form of rotating weekly comp card offers. **8/19/25 only at the Phoenix, Arizona grand opening event. Available to first 100 guests 16+ who purchase a Zaxby's meal in-store during the grand opening event. Limit 1 per household. No cash value. Not for resale and will not be replaced if lost or stolen. Zaxby's reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate this offer at any time. Void where prohibited. About Zaxbys Founded in 1990, Zaxbys® is committed to serving delicious Chicken FingerzTM, Zalads®, wings, and signature sauces with Southern hospitality and a modern twist. Zaxbys has over 980 locations in 19 states and is headquartered in Atlanta, Ga. For more information, visit or Media Contact:pr@
Miami Herald
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Zaxbys newest menu item is a first for the chicken chain. When can you get it?
Zaxbys, known for its 12 signature sauces, is now adding a dry rub to its repertoire. The new lemon pepper lineup, available as of Monday, July 7, is a first for the chicken chain and features a blend of lemon, cracked black pepper and 'a rich buttery finish,' the restaurant said in a news release. Zaxbys teamed up with Georgia native and rapper Quavo, formerly of the Migos, to launch the beloved flavor that has become synonymous with Atlanta. Lemon pepper fans can choose from four new meal options: Wings & Things: Five lemon pepper traditional or boneless wings, three chicken fingers, Zax sauce, fries, Texas toast, ranch sauce and a Fingerz Plate: Four lemon pepper chicken fingers, fries, coleslaw, Texas toast, ranch sauce and a Wings Meal: Five traditional lemon pepper wings, fries, Texas toast, ranch sauce and a small Pepper Sandwich Meal: A lemon pepper-seasoned chicken filet on a toasted bun served with fries and a drink. 'This launch celebrates more than just our first-ever dry rub – it's a tribute to Zaxbys Atlanta roots and the viral phenomenon of Lemon Pepper Steppers, that's all about owning your own sauce,' Patrick Schwing, chief marketing and strategy officer for Zaxbys, said in the release. It's the latest menu shakeup at Zaxbys, which operates more than 980 restaurants in the U.S. In May, it announced the permanent return of its fan-favorite milkshakes after a seven-year break, McClatchy News reported. The frozen treats were tested exclusively in Macon and surrounding cities before the nationwide rollout. Zaxbys' lemon pepper offerings will be available for a limited time at participating restaurants nationwide, though the restaurant didn't say for how long. Find your nearest Zaxbys here.
USA Today
18-06-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Zaxbys plans to open more than 50 new locations in 2025: Here's where
Zaxbys plans to open more than 50 new locations in 2025: Here's where Show Caption Hide Caption Healthier fast food restaurant choices you can make Make healthier choices at these popular fast food restaurants. Self Improved, USA TODAY Zaxbys is planning on opening more than 50 new locations in 2025, putting them on track to surpass 1,000 restaurants. Founded in 1990, the Atlanta-based company currently operates over 950 locations in 17 states, according to its website. The fast food chicken chain specializes in serving "delicious Chicken Fingerz, Zalads, wings, and signature sauces with Southern hospitality and a modern twist," the company's website reads. Zaxbys' primary market is the Southeast, as the company has a heavy presence in states like Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee and Mississippi, among others. The company said in a June 12 email to USA TODAY that it is beginning to expand out west, with recent openings in Nevada and Arizona. Here's what we know about where Zaxbys has already opened new restaurants in 2025 and where they plan to open stores later in the year. Where have new Zaxbys locations already opened in 2025? The company said in a June 12 email to USA TODAY that it has opened 16 new locations so far in 2025, including its most recent "new state entry" in Nevada earlier this summer. Zaxbys has already opened one new location in Las Vegas, with a second one slated to open in July. "In addition to these new market ventures, Zaxbys has continued to expand in previously established Southeast markets in 2025 with new locations through Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Indiana, Tennessee and more," the company told USA TODAY via email. According to the company's website, the 16 locations the company has opened so far in 2025 include: Cochran, Georgia: Opened June 2 Opened June 2 Spartanburg, South Carolina: Opened May 26 Opened May 26 Richmond Hill, Georgia: Opened May 12 Opened May 12 Bristol, Tennessee: Opened May 12 Opened May 12 Vincennes, Indiana: Opened April 21 Opened April 21 Las Vegas, Nevada: Opened April 14 Opened April 14 Charlotte, North Carolina: Opened April 7 Opened April 7 Chapel Hill, North Carolina: Opened April 2 Opened April 2 Locust, North Carolina: Opened March 17 Opened March 17 Leavenworth, Kansas: Opened March 3 Opened March 3 Spartanburg, South Carolina: Opened Feb. 24 Opened Feb. 24 Valdosta, Georgia: Opened Feb. 24 Opened Feb. 24 Spartanburg, South Carolina: Opened Feb. 3 Opened Feb. 3 Rocky Mount, Virginia: Opened Jan. 27 Opened Jan. 27 Brookhaven, Georgia: Opened Jan. 20 Opened Jan. 20 Natchez, Mississippi: Opened Jan. 6 Additionally, Zaxbys has announced two new locations since USA TODAY previously spoke with the company on June 12. The company opened a location in Columbus, Indiana, on June 16 and is planning on opening a restaurant in Eustis, Florida, on June 23. Where will new Zaxbys restaurants be opening? The company told USA TODAY it will open its first-ever location in Phoenix, Arizona, in July. "Following this second new state entry of the year, Zaxbys also has plans to expand its Southern roots to additional new markets in 2025 including Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, Illinois, Ohio, New Jersey and more, in addition to opening new stores in currently established Southeastern markets," the company said in the email. Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@
