Franchising

Dickey's signs 48-unit deal

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August 30, 2021

Dallas-based Dickey's Barbecue Pit has signed an agreement to open 48 units over the next five years with Chaac Foods LLC, an Irving, Texas-based brand that owns 160 Pizza Hut and Bojangles restaurants in 10 states.

"We look forward to entering the barbecue category by joining forces with the world's fastest growing barbecue franchise," Luis Ibarguengoytia, Chaac president, said in a company press release. "We were drawn to Dickey's Barbecue Pit because of the flexibility offered with various operational formats, including traditional stand-alone stores, virtual locations and food trucks. We plan on opening several variations of Dickey's, particularly in the higher rent districts. The flexibility makes this deal an attractive opportunity when seeking to develop multiple locations during a dynamic time in the restaurant industry."

Roland Dickey Jr., CEO of Dickey's Capital Group, said he was looking forward to the partnership.

"The immediate goal is to expand in the Northeast and introduce more fans to Dickey's Legit. Texas. Barbecue," he said in the release. "Luis is an incredibly talented and experienced restaurant operator, so we're proud to welcome him into the Dickey's Franchise family as he introduces our slow-smoked meats and savory sides to barbecue lovers nationwide."

Dickey's has nearly 600 units.