Wahlburgers, the casual dining burger chain owned by chef Paul Wahlberg and his brothers, actors Donnie and Mark Wahlberg, is taking its menu to some unexpected places this year: namely the parking lots of Home Depot stores.
The brand said it has already opened three Wahlburgers trailers outside select Home Depot locations in Rockledge, Stuart, and Vero Beach, Florida. These units serve popular menu items like the “Our Burger,” Smashburger, BBQ Road Burger, Crispy Chicken Ranch and breakfast offerings, plus house-made milkshakes, giving shoppers an easy place to grab a bite during errands.
This move represents an unusual crossover between quick casual dining and retail, aiming to meet customers “wherever they are,” according to CEO Randy Sharpe.
A Broader 2026 Expansion Strategy
The Home Depot partnership is just the beginning of Wahlburgers’ plans for 2026. The chain said additional Home Depot trailer locations are in the pipeline, alongside a new restaurant opening at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport in Florida. Expansion will also include new outlets adjacent to Bass Pro Shops in Irvine, California and Sayreville, New Jersey this year…