Franchising
Mutts Cantina opening Arizona locations
March 16, 2022
Mutts Canine Cantina, a pet 'eater'tainment brand, has finalized the lease for a franchise location in Gilbert, Arizona. Slated to open in early 2023, the concept of an off-leash dog park with an outdoor bar and grill will reside within Gilbert's SanTan Village, an open-air shopping center located 30 miles southeast of Phoenix, according to a company press release.
Ricardo Martinez of CF Group Investments and Ilse Calderon executed the lease early this year. The two Mexican franchisees currently boast a portfolio of multiple Little Ceasars and Dunkin' Donuts dispersed in various Mexican states and have already made their way to The Grand Canyon State. The first of six Mutts locations in the surrounding Phoenix area is slated to open in early 2023 with plans to expand MUTTS' pawprint to north and south Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix and Desert Ridge.
"As dog lovers, Ilse and I can speak for fellow Phoenicians when we say there is a strong need in the community for an innovative concept like Mutts Canine Cantina. I'm confident my background in hospitality will help create a space for like-minded residents to unwind with their beloved pets after a long day," Martinez said in the release. "I'm positive that MUTTS' arrival to the Phoenix area will revolutionize the way we interact with off-leash parks. There's nothing more rewarding than resting easy, sipping a Barkarita, and knowing your dog is enjoying itself in a safe and stimulating environment."
All Mutts locations feature a walk-up bar serving local craft brews and Barkaritas, burgers, chicken sandwiches, and PUPcicles catering to the four-legged customers. The inviting and relaxing atmosphere also includes HDTVs and Adirondack lounge chairs and multiple shaded seating areas within the off-leash dog parks.
The concept is built on a membership model. Customers may access the dog park by purchasing a daily, monthly or annual membership.
