QDOBA Mexican Eats has announced a significant franchise agreement to develop 50 new restaurants across several southwestern states. Barry Dubin of B Wild Investments, LLC will lead the expansion in Alaska, Utah, Nevada, Colorado, and New Mexico. Initial locations are planned for Salt Lake City, St. George, Albuquerque, Las Vegas, and areas around Colorado Springs.
Dubin's firm has also signed an agreement to acquire one of QDOBA's largest franchisees with the deal expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025. Dubin is known for his success in scaling consumer brands and co-founded KBP Brands, which operates over 1,000 restaurant units.
"This agreement marks a proud milestone for me and for QDOBA," said Barry Dubin. "I believe deeply in the brand's strength... We have significant trust and confidence in QDOBA's leadership team."
John Cywinski, CEO of QDOBA, expressed enthusiasm about working with Dubin: "Barry is an exceptional leader... I'm absolutely thrilled he is joining the QDOBA brand."
QDOBA continues its growth trajectory with nearly 20 new franchisees signed recently in markets like Pittsburgh and Dallas-Fort Worth/Waco. Jeremy Vitaro, Chief Development Officer at QDOBA, noted that the company aims to double its footprint by 2032.
The company now has more than 600 future restaurants planned and is targeting expansion in Florida, Texas, California, Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, and Tennessee. It currently operates in 45 states with plans for both traditional and non-traditional locations such as airports and universities.
For more information on franchising opportunities with QDOBA Mexican Eats visit their website at www.qdobafranchise.com.
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