Joel Libava
Little Caesars, the world’s third-largest pizza chain, is celebrating its 65th Anniversary with a remarkable period of growth.
Specifically, the company has signed numerous new multi-unit development agreements, aiming to expand its presence across the United States.
Led by skilled restaurant operators, these agreements will result in over 23 new locations in areas that crave delicious and affordable menu items like those from Little Caesars.
Little Caesars 65th Anniversary: New Franchise Locations Announced
New restaurants are set to open in major cities including Dallas, Los Angeles, San Antonio, Charlotte, Albuquerque, Brooklyn, Baltimore, and Greenville.
Additionally, the chain recently celebrated several grand openings, including three new spots in New York City.
The information below is from a company Press Release:
“In recent years, we’ve taken steps to meet the demands and preferences of both franchisees and guests. Celebrating our 65th anniversary, we’re thrilled to witness our franchisees’ hard work paying off and are encouraged by the strides we’ve made this year. With numerous new deals and grand openings planned, we’re excited for the future of Little Caesars and look forward to offering guests more chances to enjoy their favorite menu items nationwide.”
– Patrick Cunningham, Vice President of U.S. Development at Little Caesars
The expansion in the Northeast is bolstered by commitments from restaurateurs Suhel Ahmed and Saurabh Desai, who plan to launch 10 new locations in New York City by 2026.
With over 40 years of combined experience in the restaurant industry, they have a knack for spotting opportunities.
Similarly, Kiren Patel and his team at Sagacity Ventures have acquired more than 30 Little Caesars outlets in the Northeast and aim to open additional locations in the Baltimore area. Their goal is to expand to 50 restaurants across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, and Maryland.
“Pizza is an American staple, and Little Caesars stands out for its freshness, value, and convenience,” said Kiren Patel. “We look forward to meeting guest demands by making these high-quality offerings available in new communities. Little Caesars’ efficient operations and innovative menu items make it an easy choice for franchisees.”
Little Caesars Moves Into Non-Traditional Locations
In 2024, Little Caesars accelerated its expansion into non-traditional venues to cater to the demand for flexible dining options.
In addition, the brand is bringing its famous Hot-N-Ready menu, including the new Crazy Puffs™, to high-traffic areas such as university towns, casinos, amusement parks, hospitals, zoos, and airports.
With that in mind, Little Caesars franchising is actively seeking qualified multi-unit franchise operators across the U.S., including in the Northeast, Pacific Northwest, New Orleans, and the Carolinas.
About Little Caesars®
Founded in 1959 by Mike and Marian Ilitch in Detroit, Michigan, Little Caesars started as a single, family-owned restaurant. Today, it is the third-largest pizza chain globally, with locations in all 50 U.S. states and 28 countries and territories.
Happy 65th Anniversary from The Franchise King!
About the Author
The Franchise King®, Joel Libava, is a leading franchise expert, author of "Become a Franchise Owner!" and "The Definitive Guide to Franchise Research." Featured in outlets like The New York Times, CNBC, and Franchise Direct, Joel’s no-nonsense approach as a trusted Franchise Ownership Advisor helps aspiring franchisees make smart, informed decisions in their journey to franchise ownership. He owns and operates this franchise blog.
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