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Little Caesars celebrates 65th anniversary with aggressive expansion

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September 10, 2024

Little Caesars is marking its 65th anniversary with a flurry of growth. The company has announced numerous new multi-unit development agreements that will bring more than 23 new restaurants to markets across the United States, according to a press release.

Spearheaded by talented restaurant operators, these new locations will be opening in cities like Dallas, Los Angeles, San Antonio, Charlotte, Albuquerque, Brooklyn, Baltimore and Greenville. Additionally, Little Caesars has recently opened three restaurants in New York City.

"We're thrilled to see our franchisees' hard work come to fruition," Patrick Cunningham, VP of U.S. Development at Little Caesars, said in the press release. "With several new deals and grand openings on the way, we're excited about the future of Little Caesars."

The Northeast is a particular focus for Little Caesars' expansion. Restaurateurs Suhel Ahmed and Saurabh Desai plan to open 10 new locations throughout New York City by 2026. Kiren Patel, owner of Sagacity Ventures, has committed to opening additional locations in the Baltimore market, with a goal of reaching 50 Little Caesars restaurants across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York and Maryland.

"Pizza is a staple in America, and the quality that Little Caesars delivers is unmatched," Patel said in the press release. "We're looking forward to meeting our guests' demands by making these high-quality offerings accessible in new communities."

Little Caesars is also expanding its presence in non-traditional locations, such as university campuses, casinos, amusement parks, hospitals, zoos and airports. With its famous Hot-N-Ready menu items, including the recently launched Crazy Puffs, the brand is well-positioned to meet the needs of travelers, students and fans in these high-traffic areas.