Franchising
Pollo Campero entering Tampa
February 23, 2021
Guatemala-born Pollo Campero is moving into Tampa as part of a 40-unit expansion into Florida over the next over years. With a growth goal of more than 250 stores across the country, the brand's popularity in Central America has fueled momentum for its transcontinental expansion. With 77 U.S. locations open and in development, Tampa is a natural next step for Pollo Campero given its local consumer base, real estate availability and business community, Sam Wong, director of Franchising, said in a company press release.
"Pollo Campero has become more than just a meal for customers around the world — it creates a sense of nostalgia," he said. "Many of our customers grew up with us and were introduced to our flavorful meals through family gatherings. Today, the broad appeal of the Pollo Campero brand is reaching households from coast to coast in the U.S.," he said. "Having maintained our legacy for 50 years, and upholding the same values today, is proof of the commitment we have to our customers and we are incredibly eager to share that with the Tampa community."
In 1971, Pollo Campero began as a small, family owned restaurant in Guatemala, and maintains U.S. headquarters in Dallas.
"The past few months are a testament to our menu, practiced business model and extensive franchise support that sets us apart from the rest," Wong said. "The challenges we have faced during the last six months have been challenging, but the pandemic has proven our ability to adapt and speaks to the appeal of both our business model and franchise opportunity. As we work to provide our employees, customers and community members with a safe and secure environment, we feel now is the time to bring Pollo Campero to Tampa."
Prospective franchise owners looking to become a part of the Pollo Campero growth in Tampa should possess financial, operational and development capabilities, as well as leadership skills and a passion and commitment to the Campero family. Ideal candidates have multi-unit operational restaurant experience, as well as the capital to invest in area development agreements for at least three to five Pollo Campero locations, according to the release.
