Franchising

Freddy's makes Jersey debut

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August 16, 2021

Wichita-based Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers opened last month in New Jersey for the first time with a location in Linden, marking the chain's entrance into its 34th state, according to a company press release.

"I passionately believe there's no better place to be than here," said Linden Mayor Derek Armstead on July 29 at the restaurant's ribbon-cutting ceremony. "We welcome Freddy's to our community and look forward to indulging in all of their good eats."

Ethan Coleman owns the restaurant as part of a 2020 franchise deal, which will bring dozens of Freddy's restaurants in markets across Northern New Jersey over the next several years.

"I learned about Freddy's through a news article years ago and always wanted to try it but there were no nearby locations," he said in a company press release. "While traveling to Florida, I finally had the opportunity to visit a restaurant and was blown away by the quality of food and warm hospitality that Freddy's is known for. Fast forward to today, I'm incredibly excited to be introducing such an amazing brand to New Jersey and can't wait for the community to experience The Freddy's Way for themselves.

"The City of Linden has been extremely welcoming, and I believe this is the perfect location for the state's first Freddy's. I look forward to building upon the brand's continued success and to serving the people of Linden and surrounding communities for years to come."

Co-founded in 2002 by Scott Redler and Bill, Randy and Freddy Simon, Freddy's has over 400 locations.