Move over, Burger King , Chik-Fil-A and Wendy’s ; another popular chicken restaurant chain is moving into the Mid-Atlantic.
Zaxby’s has said it is preparing to open its first-ever stores in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Here are the details of Zaxby’s plan, and when you can expect to the new restaurants to open.
Zaxby’s coming to Philadelphia, South Jersey
Zaxby’s says it plans to open a combined 16 new locations in Philadelphia and South Jersey.
Six of those locations will be in Philadelphia , while the remaining ten will be scattered throughout South Jersey .
When is Zaxby’s coming to New Jersey?
Zaxby’s did not identify the exact locations of these news restaurants, as site selection and lease details are still being worked out, but the first four stores should open in 2025.
What is Zaxby’s?
Zaxby’s is a fast-casual restaurant chain known for its chicken-focused menu, offering items like chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches and salads.
Zach McLeroy and Tony Townley created Zaxby’s in 1990 in Statesboro, Georgia, and since then, has expanded across the South.